SI8261AAD-C-IS

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The SI8261AAD-C-IS is a single-channel isolated gate driver from Skyworks Solutions Inc., designed as an opto-driver replacement. It features a 5 kVrms isolation rating and utilizes capacitive coupling technology for signal transmission. The device provides a peak output current of 600 mA, suitable for driving MOSFETs and IGBTs. It operates within a supply voltage range of 3 V to 30 V and supports a non-inverting configuration. The component is housed in a 6-pin SDIP package and is qualified under the AEC-Q100 standard for automotive applications.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Provides high-voltage isolation via capacitive coupling technology
• Functions as a direct replacement for traditional optical drivers
• Includes integrated bootstrap diode functionality
• Supports wide operating supply voltage ranges

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Industrial motor control systems
• Automotive power electronics
• Inverter and converter circuits
• High-frequency switching power supplies

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'AAD' against official Skyworks documentation to confirm the exact isolation rating and package variant. Ensure that the AEC-Q100 qualification status aligns with your project's reliability requirements. Cross-reference the pinout diagram with your PCB layout to prevent interface mismatches during integration.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when a robust alternative to optocouplers is required for galvanic isolation. Consider its 600 mA drive capability for medium-power switching loads. Evaluate the thermal performance within the SDIP package relative to your enclosure constraints. Confirm compatibility with the target logic input levels before finalizing the design.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This part belongs to the Si826x family of ISOdriver gate drivers. The series is characterized by silicon-based isolation technology, offering superior speed and reliability compared to legacy optical solutions. The family includes variants with different drive strengths and isolation voltages to suit diverse industrial and automotive needs.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

• SI8261AAC-C-IS
• SI8261ABC-C-IS

Isolators - Gate Drivers FAQ

What is the isolation voltage rating for the SI8261AAD-C-IS?

The device offers a 5 kVrms isolation rating between the input and output channels.

Does the SI8261AAD-C-IS support inverting or non-inverting operation?

The SI8261AAD-C-IS specifically supports a non-inverting configuration.