SI8286EC-ISR

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The SI8286EC-ISR is an automotive-grade, current-output isolated gate driver designed for Silicon Carbide (SiC) and IGBT applications. It features a wide-body SOIC-16 package with integrated isolation. Key electrical parameters include a peak output current of 4 A, propagation delay of 50 ns, rise time of 5.5 ns, and fall time of 8.5 ns. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2.8 V to 5.5 V on the logic side and supports up to 30 V output. It is qualified under AEC-Q100 standards and functions between -40°C and +125°C.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Provides galvanic isolation for high-speed switching of SiC and IGBT power devices.
• Delivers robust 4 A peak current drive capability for efficient gate control.
• Ensures signal integrity with low propagation delay and fast transition times.
• Complies with AEC-Q100 automotive qualification requirements for reliability.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Automotive inverter systems
• Motor drive circuits
• High-voltage DC-DC converters

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'EC' against official Skyworks documentation to confirm automotive grade status and temperature range compliance. Ensure the 'ISR' suffix matches the required tape-and-reel packaging configuration for automated assembly processes. Cross-reference the wide-body SOIC-16 footprint dimensions with PCB layout guidelines to prevent soldering defects during manufacturing.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing circuits requiring high-speed isolation for wide-bandgap semiconductors. The 4 A output current is suitable for driving medium-power SiC MOSFETs or IGBTs. Consider the wide-body package for enhanced creepage distance if operating at higher isolation voltages. Verify that the system's thermal management can handle the specified power dissipation limits under continuous operation conditions.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This part belongs to the Si828x ISOdriver family from Skyworks Solutions. The series focuses on replacing traditional optocouplers with digital isolation technology. It offers improved performance metrics including lower power consumption and higher common-mode transient immunity compared to legacy solutions.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

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