HCPL-T250#560

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The HCPL-T250#560 is a logic output optocoupler designed for driving IGBTs and MOSFETs. It features a single channel with an open collector output type. The device operates within a temperature range of -20°C to +85°C. Key electrical parameters include a maximum forward current (If) of 16 mA, a forward voltage (Vf) of 1.8 V, and a reverse voltage (Vr) of 5 V. The power dissipation is rated at 250 mW. It provides an insulation voltage of 3750 Vrms and is housed in an SMD/SMT DIP-8 gull wing package.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Integrated power output stage for direct gate drive applications
• High isolation voltage capability for safety-critical circuits
• Optimized for low-noise performance in switching environments

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• IGBT gate drive circuits
• MOSFET gate drive circuits
• AC motor drive systems
• Brushless DC motor drives
• Switching power supplies

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix '560' against official Broadcom documentation to confirm reel packaging specifications. Ensure compatibility with the required DIP-8 gull wing footprint. Cross-reference the manufacturer number HCPL-T250#560 with the datasheet to validate the 1.5A IGBT gate drive rating. Confirm RoHS compliance status as indicated in the product attributes before finalizing procurement orders.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when a dedicated gate driver interface is required for high-power switches like IGBTs. The integrated output stage simplifies design by eliminating external discrete components. Consider the 3750 Vrms isolation rating for applications requiring robust galvanic separation between control and power stages. Verify that the 16 mA forward current requirement aligns with the available drive signal from the microcontroller or logic source.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This part belongs to the HCPL-T250 family of logic output optocouplers manufactured by Broadcom Limited. The series is engineered specifically for industrial power conversion applications. The T250 variant distinguishes itself through its ability to handle higher peak currents suitable for modern power semiconductor devices. It represents a solution for reliable signal transmission across isolated boundaries in noisy electrical environments.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

HCPL-T250-500E is a documented substitute within the same family offering similar functional characteristics.