SI8285DC-ISR

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The SI8285DC-ISR is a galvanically isolated gate driver from Skyworks Solutions, designed for SiC and IGBT applications. It features a 16-SOIC package with reel packaging. The device operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +125°C and has a maximum propagation delay of 50 ns. It utilizes CMOS logic and offers an inverting configuration. The component is classified as a current-isolated gate driver.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Provides galvanic isolation for driving Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) switches.
• Integrates high-speed digital isolation technology to replace traditional optocouplers.
• Features an inverting logic configuration compatible with standard CMOS interfaces.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Silicon Carbide (SiC) power switch gate driving
• Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) gate driving
• Industrial motor drive inverters

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ISR' corresponds to the Reel packaging format when sourcing. Confirm that the manufacturer designation matches Skyworks Solutions Inc. to ensure authenticity. Check for moisture sensitivity handling requirements during storage and assembly processes. Ensure the component meets the required operating temperature range specifications for the target application environment.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this part for applications requiring robust isolation between control circuitry and high-power switching stages. Consider the 50 ns propagation delay and inverting output characteristics for timing-sensitive designs. Evaluate the 16-SOIC footprint against available PCB space constraints. Verify compatibility with the intended SiC or IGBT gate voltage requirements before integration into the power stage.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This component belongs to the Si8285 series of isolated gate drivers. It is part of Skyworks' ISOdriver product line, which focuses on replacing optocouplers with digital isolation solutions. The series includes various packages and configurations tailored for industrial and automotive power electronics applications.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not provided in the source data. Consult official Skyworks documentation for cross-reference information regarding equivalent devices within the same isolation driver family.