SI8286CC-ASR

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The SI8286CC-ASR is an automotive-grade, current-isolated gate driver designed for Silicon Carbide (SiC) and IGBT applications. It features a wide-body SOIC-16 package with AEC-Q100 qualification. Key electrical parameters include a maximum propagation delay of 50 ns, rise time of 15 ns, and fall time of 20 ns. The device supports a supply voltage range of 2.8 V to 5.5 V on the logic side and delivers up to 4 A output current with a peak voltage of 30 V. Operating temperature spans from -40°C to +125°C, with power dissipation rated at 900 mW.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Capacitive coupling technology provides galvanic isolation for high dv/dt immunity
• Automotive qualification ensures reliability in harsh environments
• Wide-body packaging facilitates thermal management and PCB layout

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Silicon Carbide (SiC) power module driving
• Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) switching control
• Automotive traction inverters and onboard chargers

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix ASR corresponds to the reel packaging configuration as indicated by distributor listings. Confirm AEC-Q100 certification status directly with Skyworks Solutions documentation. Ensure compatibility with wide-body SOIC-16 footprint requirements during schematic capture. Validate input signal levels against the specified 2.8 V to 5.5 V operating range.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when high common-mode transient immunity is required for SiC or IGBT switches. The capacitive isolation architecture offers superior performance compared to magnetic alternatives in high-frequency applications. Consider the wide-body package for improved thermal dissipation in dense power electronics designs. Verify that the 4 A peak drive current meets the gate charge requirements of the target power devices.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

Part of the Si8286 family, which includes variants like SI8286CC-ISR and SI8286CC-AS. The SI8286 series utilizes Skyworks' ISOdriver technology for robust isolation. This specific model targets automotive markets requiring certified isolated drivers for next-generation electric vehicle powertrains.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

SI8286CC-AS and SI8286CC-ISR are pin-compatible members of the same family. Check datasheet specifications for differences in rise/fall times and packaging options before substitution.