SI8286ED-ISR

Isolators - Gate Drivers Overview

The SI8286ED-ISR is a galvanically isolated gate driver from Skyworks Solutions, designed for SiC and IGBT applications. It features capacitive coupling technology with a 5000Vrms isolation rating and operates as a single-channel device in a 16-SOIC package. The driver supports an output supply voltage range of 16V to 30V and delivers peak currents of 4A. It exhibits standard rise and fall times of 5.5ns and 8.5ns respectively, ensuring fast switching performance.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Feature Summary

• Capacitive coupling technology provides high reliability compared to optical isolators
• Galvanic isolation rated at 5000Vrms for robust noise immunity
• Optimized for driving Silicon Carbide (SiC) and IGBT power switches

Isolators - Gate Drivers Applications

• Silicon Carbide (SiC) power switch gate driving
• Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) control
• Industrial motor drive inverters
• High-frequency power conversion systems

Isolators - Gate Drivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ISR' to confirm tape-and-reel packaging availability against the tube-packaged 'IS' variant. Confirm that the 16-SOIC footprint matches the target PCB design. Ensure the 16V–30V VDD requirement aligns with the system's isolated power supply capabilities before finalizing procurement orders.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Selection Notes

Select this component when a single-channel driver with 5000Vrms isolation is required for wide-bandgap semiconductors. The 4A peak current capability suits moderate-power SiC and IGBT modules. Consider the 5.5ns/8.5ns transition speeds for applications demanding low switching losses. Verify compatibility with the 16-SOIC surface-mount package constraints.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Part Context

This part belongs to the Si828x ISOdriver family, which utilizes Skyworks' proprietary capacitive isolation technology. It serves as a modern replacement for traditional optocouplers in industrial and automotive power electronics, offering improved longevity and lower power consumption while maintaining high-speed signal transmission across the isolation barrier.

Isolators - Gate Drivers Replacement Considerations

The SI8286ED-IS is the same functional device but packaged in tubes instead of tape-and-reel. Cross-reference with other Si828x series variants if channel count or current ratings differ from project requirements.