SI8286CD-ASR

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The SI8286CD-ASR is a single-channel automotive-grade isolated gate driver designed for Silicon Carbide (SiC) and IGBT applications. It features capacitive coupling technology with 5000Vrms isolation voltage and 125kV/µs common-mode transient immunity. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2.8V to 5.5V, delivering a peak output current of 4A. Key electrical parameters include a maximum propagation delay of 50ns, rise time of 5.5ns, and fall time of 8.5ns. It is housed in a 16-SOIC package and certified to AEC-Q100 standards.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Capacitive coupling architecture provides galvanic isolation without magnetic core saturation risks.
• Automotive qualification ensures reliability under harsh thermal and electrical conditions.
• High-speed switching characteristics support efficient operation of wide-bandgap semiconductors.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Gate driving for SiC MOSFETs in high-frequency power converters
• Isolated control stages for IGBT modules in industrial inverters
• On-board chargers and DC-DC converters in electric vehicles

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ASR' corresponds to the Tape & Reel packaging configuration rather than tube packaging when sourcing. Confirm that the component meets the required AEC-Q100 grade specifications for your target automotive application. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest datasheet to ensure compatibility with your system's isolation voltage requirements and signal integrity needs.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this model for applications requiring robust isolation against high dv/dt noise environments typical of SiC devices. The 125kV/µs CMTI rating makes it suitable for noisy industrial or automotive power electronics. Ensure the PCB layout supports the 16-SOIC footprint and maintains adequate creepage distances to utilize the full 5000Vrms isolation capability effectively.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This component belongs to the Skyworks Si8286 series, which specializes in isolated gate drivers for next-generation power switches. The series differentiates itself through capacitive coupling technology, offering superior performance over traditional transformer-based isolators in terms of size and bandwidth stability across temperature variations.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same family include SI8286CD-IS and SI8286CD-ISR, which share identical electrical specifications but differ in packaging formats such as tubes versus reels. Verify pinout compatibility and isolation ratings before swapping packages.