SI8285CC-IS

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The SI8285CC-IS is a galvanically isolated gate driver from Skyworks Solutions, designed for SiC and IGBT applications. It features a single inverting channel with CMOS logic interface. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2.5 V to 5.5 V on the input side and supports output voltages up to 30 V. Key electrical parameters include a maximum propagation delay of 50 ns, rise time of 5.5 ns, and fall time of 8.5 ns. It delivers a peak output current of 4 A with an operating supply current of 5.2 mA. The component is housed in a 16-SOIC package, rated for temperatures between -40°C and +125°C, and holds AEC-Q100 qualification.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Capacitive coupling technology provides high common-mode transient immunity.
• Integrated Miller clamp functionality prevents false turn-on events.
• Split output configuration allows independent control of turn-on and turn-off paths.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Gate driving for Silicon Carbide (SiC) power devices
• Gate driving for Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs)
• Automotive power electronics systems requiring AEC-Q100 compliance

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against the manufacturer's official datasheet to confirm pinout compatibility and functional variations. Ensure the ordering part number matches the required isolation voltage rating and package type. Cross-reference the revision history for any updates to electrical characteristics or mechanical dimensions before finalizing procurement specifications.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when high-speed switching with minimal skew is required for wide-bandgap semiconductors. The integrated Miller clamp reduces external component count and improves reliability in noisy environments. Consider the split-output design if asymmetric drive strength is needed for optimizing switching losses in SiC or IGBT modules.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This part belongs to the Si8285 series of isolated gate drivers. It shares core architectural features with other variants in the family but differs in specific packaging, thermal ratings, and auxiliary functions like Miller clamping. It is distinct from the SI8281 and SI8283 series which may include integrated DC/DC converters or different channel counts.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Verify compatibility with direct replacements by comparing pin assignments, isolation ratings, and electrical performance limits against the original SI8285CC-IS specifications.