Transient Immunity 25 kV/µs
Wide temperature range
–40 to 125 °C at 150 Mbps
RoHS-compliant packages
SOIC-8 narrow body
Isolated ADC, DAC
Motor control
Power inverters
Communications systems
RMS
isolation
w
e
VDE certification conformity
IEC 60747-5-2
(VDE0884 Part 2)
r N
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si
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Ordering Information:
See page 25.
Description
Silicon Lab's family of ultra-low-power digital isolators are CMOS devices
offering substantial data rate, propagation delay, power, size, reliability,
and external BOM advantages when compared to legacy isolation
technologies. The operating parameters of these products remain stable
across wide temperature rang es through out their service life. For ease of
design, only VDD bypass capacitors are required.
Data rates up to 150 Mbps are supported, and all devices achieve worstcase propagation delays of less than 10 ns. All products are safety
certified by UL, CSA, and VDE and support withstand voltages of up to
2.5 kVrms. These devices are available in an 8-pin narrow-body SOIC
package.
*Note: The maximum ambient temperatur e is dependent upon data frequency, output loading, the number of operating
channels, and supply voltage.
Table 2. Absolute Maximum Ratings
ParameterSymbolMinTypMaxUnit
Storage Temperature
Operating TemperatureT
Supply Voltage (Revision C)
Supply Voltage (Revision D)
Input VoltageV
Output VoltageV
Output Current Drive ChannelI
Lead Solder Temperature (10 s)——260°C
Maximum Isolation Voltage (1 s)——3600V
Notes:
1. Permanent device damage may occur if the absolute maximum ratings are exceeded. Functional operation should be
restricted to conditions as specified in the operational sections of this data sheet.
2. VDE certifies storage temperature from –40 to 150 °C.
3. See "5. Ordering Guide" on page 25 for more information.
2
3
3
V
A
DD1
DD2
150 Mbps, 15 pF, 5 V–4025125°C
2.70—5.5V
2.70—5.5V
1
V
V
T
DD1
DD1
STG
A
, V
, V
I
O
O
DD2
DD2
–65—150°C
–40—125°C
–0.5—5.75V
–0.5—6.0V
s
n
g
–0.5—VDD + 0.5V
si
–0.5—VDD + 0.5V
——10mA
e
D
w
e
RMS
Not Recommended
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Table 3. Electrical Characteristics
(V
= 5 V ±10%, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
High Level Input Volt ageV
Low Level Input VoltageV
High Level Output VoltageV
Low Level Output VoltageV
Input Leakage CurrentI
Output Impedance
Si8410Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
V
DD1
V
DD2
1 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs= 500 kHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Notes:
1. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of
the value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET . When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
2. t
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
3. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
= 5 V ±10%, TA=–40 to 125ºC)
DD2
IH
IL
OH
OL
1
L
Z
O
DC Supply Current (All inputs 0 V or at Supply)
loh = –4 mAV
lol = 4 mA—0.20.4V
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
2.0——V
——0.8V
DD1,VDD2
–0.44.8—V
——±10µA
—85—
—
—
—
—
0.8
0.8
1.8
0.8
1.2
1.2
2.7
1.2
s
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
—
—
—
—
n
g
1.0
1.3
3.0
1.4
1.5
2.0
4.5
2.1
si
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
D
—
e
—
—
—
1.3
1.3
2.3
2.3
2.0
2.0
3.5
3.5
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e
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—
—
—
—
1.3
0.9
2.0
1.6
2.0
1.4
3.0
2.4
Not Recommended
o
f
—
—
1.9
1.9
2.9
2.9
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
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Table 3. Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
(V
= 5 V ±10%, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
10 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 5 MHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
100 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 50 MHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8410Ax, Si8420Ax, Si8421Ax
Maximum Data Rate0—1.0Mbps
Minimum Pulse Width——250ns
Propagation Delayt
Pulse Width Distortion
|t
PLH - tPHL
Propagation Delay Skew
Channel-Channel Skewt
Notes:
1. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of
2. t
3. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
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the value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET . When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
= 5 V ±10%, TA=–40 to 125ºC)
DD2
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
1.3
1.2
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.2
1.4
4.6
s
2.0
1.8
3.0
3.2
3.3
3.3
2.1
5.8
mA
mA
mA
mA
n
Timing Characteristics
—
—
si
—
—
e
g
2.2
9.2
5.8
5.8
3.3
11.5
7.3
7.3
mA
mA
D
w
, t
PHL
PLH
PWDSee Figure 1——25ns
2
Not Recommended
t
PSK(P-P)
PSK
See Figure 1——35ns
e
——40ns
r N
——35ns
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Typical
Input
t
PLH
t
PHL
Typical
Output
t
r
t
f
90%
10%
90%
10%
1.4 V
1.4 V
Table 3. Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
(V
= 5 V ±10%, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
Si8410Bx, Si8420Bx, Si8421Bx
Maximum Data Rate0—150Mbps
Minimum Pulse Width——6.0ns
Propagation Delayt
Pulse Width Distortion
|t
PLH - tPHL
Propagation Delay Skew
Channel-Channel Skewt
All Models
Output Rise Timet
Output Fall Timet
Common Mode Transient
Immunity
Start-up Time
Notes:
1. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of
2. t
3. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
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3
the value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET . When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
= 5 V ±10%, TA=–40 to 125ºC)
DD2
, t
PHL
PLH
PWDSee Figure 1—1.52.5ns
2
t
PSK(P-P)
PSK
r
f
CMTIV
t
SU
See Figure 13.06.09.5ns
—2.03.0ns
—0.51.8ns
CL= 15 pF—3.85.0ns
CL= 15 pF—2.83.7ns
I=VDD
or 0 V—25—kV/µs
—1540µs
s
n
g
si
e
D
w
e
r N
Not Recommended
o
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Figure 1. Propagation Delay Timing
Rev. 1.57
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Table 4. Electrical Characteristics
(V
= 3.3 V ±10%, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
High Level Input Voltage
Low Level Input Voltage
High Level Output Voltage
Low Level Output Voltage
Input Leakage Current
Output Impedance
Si8410Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
V
DD1
V
DD2
1 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 500 kHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Notes:
1. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of the
value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET. When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
2. t
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
3. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
= 3.3 V ±10%, TA= –40 to 125 °C)
DD2
V
IH
V
IL
V
OH
V
OL
I
1
DC Supply Current (All inputs 0 V or at supply)
L
Z
O
loh = –4 mAV
lol = 4 mA—0.20.4V
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
D
2.0——V
——0.8V
DD1,VDD2
e
–0.43.1—V
——±10µA
—85—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
si
—
—
—
—
n
g
0.8
0.8
1.8
0.8
1.0
1.3
3.0
1.4
1.3
1.3
2.3
2.3
s
1.2
1.2
2.7
1.2
1.5
2.0
4.5
2.1
2.0
2.0
3.5
3.5
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e
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Not Recommended
—
—
—
—
1.3
0.9
2.0
1.6
2.0
1.4
3.0
2.4
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f
—
—
1.9
1.9
2.9
2.9
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
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Table 4. Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
(V
= 3.3 V ±10%, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
10 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 5 MHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
100 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 50 MHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8410Ax, Si8420Ax, Si8421Ax
Maximum Data Rate
Minimum Pulse Width
Propagation Delay
Pulse Width Distortion
|t
– t
PLH
Propagation Delay Skew
Channel-Channel Skew
Notes:
1. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of the
2. t
3. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
|
PHL
value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET. When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
= 3.3 V ±10%, TA= –40 to 125 °C)
DD2
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
1.3
1.2
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.2
1.3
3.3
s
2.0
1.8
3.0
3.2
3.3
3.3
2.0
4.9
n
Timing Characteristics
—
—
si
—
—
e
g
2.0
6.5
4.4
4.4
3.0
8.1
5.5
5.5
D
0—1.0Mbps
w
, t
t
PHL
PLH
PWDSee Figure 1——25ns
2
Not Recommended
t
PSK(P-P)
r N
t
PSK
See Figure 1——35ns
e
——250ns
——40ns
——35ns
o
f
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
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Table 4. Electrical Characteristics (Continued)
(V
= 3.3 V ±10%, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
Si8410Bx, Si8420Bx, Si8421Bx
Maximum Data Rate
Minimum Pulse Width
Propagation Delay
Pulse Width Distortion
|t
– t
PLH
Propagation Delay Skew
Channel-Channel Skew
All Models
Output Rise Time
Output Fall Time
Common Mode Transient
Immunity
Start-up Time
Notes:
1. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of the
2. t
3. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
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PHL
3
value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET. When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
= 3.3 V ±10%, TA= –40 to 125 °C)
DD2
, t
t
PHL
PLH
PWDSee Figure 1—1.52.5ns
2
t
PSK(P-P)
t
PSK
t
r
t
f
CMTIV
t
SU
0—150Mbps
——6.0ns
See Figure 13.06.09.5ns
—2.03.0ns
—0.51.8ns
CL= 15 pF—4.36.1ns
CL= 15 pF—3.04.3ns
I=VDD
or 0 V—25—kV/µs
—1540µs
s
n
g
si
e
D
w
e
r N
Not Recommended
o
f
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o
f
1
Z
IH
IL
OH
OL
L
O
loh = –4 mAV
lol = 4 mA—0.20.4V
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 0 DC
All inputs 1 DC
All inputs 1 DC
1 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 500 kHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Ax, Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Notes:
1. Specifications in this table are also valid at VDD1 = 2.6 V and VDD2 = 2.6 V when the operating temperature range is
constrained to T
2. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of the
value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET. When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
3. t
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
4. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
= 2.70 V, TA= –40 to 125 °C)
DD2
2
DC Supply Current (All inputs 0 V or at supply)
Not Recommended
= 0 to 85 °C.
A
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
mA
Rev. 1.511
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Table 5. Electrical Characteristics1 (Continued)
(V
= 2.70 V, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
10 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 5 MHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
100 Mbps Supply Current (All inputs = 50 MHz square wave, CI = 15 pF on all outputs)
Si8410Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8420Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8421Bx
V
DD1
V
DD2
Si8410Ax, Si8420Ax, Si8421Ax
Maximum Data Rate0—1.0Mbps
Minimum Pulse Width——250ns
Propagation Delayt
Pulse Width Distortion
|t
PLH - tPHL
Propagation Delay Skew
Channel-Channel Skewt
Notes:
1. Specifications in this table are also valid at VDD1 = 2.6 V and VDD2 = 2.6 V when the operating temperature range is
2. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of the
3. t
4. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
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constrained to T
value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET. When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
= 2.70 V, TA= –40 to 125 °C)
DD2
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
1.3
1.2
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.2
1.3
2.7
s
2.0
1.8
3.0
3.2
3.3
3.3
2.0
4.0
mA
mA
mA
mA
n
—
—
g
2.0
5.2
3.0
6.5
mA
si
Timing Characteristics
D
—
e
—
3.7
3.7
4.6
4.6
mA
w
, t
PHL
PLH
PWDSee Figure 1——25ns
3
Not Recommended
= 0 to 85 °C.
A
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
t
PSK(P-P)
o
PSK
f
r N
e
See Figure 1——35ns
——40ns
——35ns
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Table 5. Electrical Characteristics1 (Continued)
(V
= 2.70 V, V
DD1
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
Si8410Bx, Si8420Bx, Si8421Bx
Maximum Data Rate0—150Mbps
Minimum Pulse Width——6.0ns
Propagation Delayt
Pulse Width Distortion
|t
PLH - tPHL
Propagation Delay Skew
Channel-Channel Skewt
All Models
Output Rise Time
Output Fall Time
Common Mode Transient
Immunity
Start-up Time
Notes:
1. Specifications in this table are also valid at VDD1 = 2.6 V and VDD2 = 2.6 V when the operating temperature range is
2. The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination of the
3. t
4. Start-up time is the time period from the application of power to valid data at the output.
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constrained to T
value of the on-chip series termination resistor and channel resistance of the output driver FET. When driving loads
where transmission line effects will be a factor, output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces.
PSK(P-P)
the same supply voltages, load, and ambient temperature.
= 2.70 V, TA= –40 to 125 °C)
DD2
, t
PHL
PLH
PWDSee Figure 1—1.52.5ns
3
4
t
PSK(P-P)
PSK
t
r
t
f
CMTIV
t
SU
See Figure 13.06.09.5ns
—2.03.0ns
—0.51.8ns
CL= 15 pF—4.86.5ns
CL= 15 pF—3.24.6ns
I=VDD
or 0 V—25—k V/µs
—1540µs
g
s
n
si
= 0 to 85 °C.
A
e
D
is the magnitude of the difference in propagation delay times measured between different units operating at
w
e
Table 6. Regulatory Information*
o
f
r N
basic insulation working voltage.
RMS
basic insulation working voltage.
RMS
rated devices which are production tested to 3.0 kV
RMS
Rev. 1.513
RMS
for 1 sec.
CSA
The Si84xx is certified under CSA Component Acceptance Notice 5A. For more details, see File 232873.
61010-1: Up to 300 V
60950-1: Up to 130 V
VDE
The Si84xx is certified according to IEC 60747-5-2. For more details, see File 5006301-4880-0001.
60747-5-2: Up to 560 V
UL
The Si84xx is certified under UL1577 component recognition program. For more details, see File E257455.
Rated up to 2500 V
*Note: Regulatory Certific ations apply to 2.5 kV
For more information, see "5. Ordering Guide" on page 25.
Not Recommended
reinforced insulation working voltage; up to 600 V
RMS
reinforced insulation working voltage; up to 600 V
RMS
for basic insulation working voltage.
peak
isolation voltage for basic insulati on.
RMS
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Table 7. Insulation and Safety-Related Specifications
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionValueUnit
Nominal Air Gap (Clearance)
Nominal External Tracking (Creepage)
Minimum Internal Gap (Internal Clearance)0.008mm
1
1
L(IO1)4.9mm
L(IO2)4.01mm
Tracking Resistance
(Proof Tracking Index)
Erosion Depth
Resistance (Input-Output)
Capacitance (Input-Output)
Input Capacitance
Notes:
1. The values in this table correspond to the nominal creepage and clearance values as detailed in "6. Package Outline:
8-Pin Narrow Body SOIC" on page 26. VDE certifies the clearance and creepage limits as 4.7 mm minimum for the NB
SOIC-8 package. UL does not impose a clearance and creepage minimum for component level certifications. CSA
certifies the clearance and creepage limits as 3.9 mm minimum for the NB SOIC-8 package.
2. To determine resistance and capacitance, the Si84xx is converted into a 2-terminal device. Pins 1–4 are shorted
together to form the first terminal and pins 5–8 are shorted together to form the second terminal. The parameters are
then measured between these two terminals.
3. Measured from input pin to ground.
3
2
2
PTIIEC60112600V
ED0.040mm
R
IO
C
IO
C
I
f=1MHz1.0pF
12
10
4.0pF
s
n
g
si
e
Table 8. IEC 60664-1 (VDE 0844 Part 2) Ratings
D
ParameterTest ConditionSpecification
Basic Isolation GroupMaterial GroupI
Rated Mains Voltages <
e
Rated Mains Voltages <
Installation Classification
Rated Mains Voltages <
Rated Mains Voltages <
r N
w
150 V
300 V
400 V
600 V
RMS
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ParameterSymbolTest ConditionCharacteristicUnit
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Maximum Working Insulation Voltage
Input to Output Test Voltage
Transient Overvoltage
Pollution Degree (DIN VDE 0110, Table 1)
Insulation Resistance at T
*Note: Maintenance of the safety data is ensured by protective circuits. The Si84xx provides a climate classification of
40/125/21.
Table 10. IEC Safety Limiting Values
ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
Case TemperatureT
Safety input, output, or supply currentI
Device Power Dissipation
Notes:
1. Maximum value allowed in the event of a failure; also see the thermal derating curve in Figure 2.
2. The Si841x/2x is tested with VDD1 = VDD2 = 5.5 V , TJ = 150 °C, CL = 15 pF, input a 150 Mbps 50% duty cycle square
The operation of an Si84xx channel is analogous to that of an opto coupler, except an RF carrier is modulated
instead of light. This simple architecture provides a robust isolated data path and requires no special
considerations or initialization at start-up. A simplified block diagram for a single Si84xx channel is shown in
Figure 3.
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A channel consists of an RF Transmitter and RF Receiver separated by a semiconductor-based isolation barrier.
Referring to the Transmitter, input A modulates the carrier provided by an RF oscillator using on/off keying. The
Receiver contains a demodulator that decodes the input state according to its RF energy content and applies the
result to output B via the output driver. This RF on/off keying scheme is superior to pulse code schemes as it
provides best-in-class noise immunity, low power consumption, and better immunity to magnetic fields. See
Figure 4 for more details.
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2.2. Eye Diagram
Figure 5 illustrates an eye-diagram taken on an Si8410. For the data source, the test used an Anritsu (MP1763C)
Pulse Pattern Generator set to 1000 ns/div. The output of the generator's clock and data from an Si8410 were
captured on an oscilloscope. The results illustrate that data integrity was maintained even at the high data rate of
150 Mbps. The results also show that 2 ns pulse width distortion and 250 ps peak jitter were exhibited.
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2.3. Device Operation
Device behavior during start-up, normal operation, and shutdown is shown in Table 12.
Table 12. Si84xx Logic Operation Table
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VI Input
Notes:
1,4
VDDI State
HPP H
LP P L
5
X
5
X
1. VDDI and VDDO are the input and output power supplies. V
2. Powered (P) state is defined as 2.70 V < VDD < 5.5 V.
3. Unpowered (UP) state is defined as VDD = 0 V.
4. X = not applicable; H = Logic High; L = Logic Low.
5. Note that an I/O can power the die for a given side through an internal diode if its source has adequate current.
1,2,3
VDDO State
UPPL
PUPUndetermined
1,2,3
VO Output
1,4
Normal operation.
Upon transition of VDDI from unpowered to powered, V
than 1 µs.
Upon transition of VDDO from unpowered to powered, V
1µs.
and VO are the respective input and output terminals.
I
returns to the same state as VI in less
O
returns to the same state as VI within
O
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VDD1VDD2
GND1GND2
50 – 300 50 – 300
Input/OutputInput/Output
C2C3
1
F1 F
R1 (50 – 100 )
V Source 1
A1
B1
50 – 300
50 – 300
Ax
Bx
C1
R2 (50 – 100 )
V Source 2
C4
0.1
F0.1 F
2.4. Layout Recommendations
To ensure safety in the end user application, high voltage circuits (i.e., circuits with >30 VAC) must be physically
separated from the safety extra-low voltage circuits (SELV is a circuit with <30 V
(creepage/clearance). If a c omponent, such as a digital isolator, straddles this isolation barrier, it must meet those
creepage/clearance requirements and also provide a sufficiently large high-voltage breakdown protection rating
(commonly referred to as working voltage protection). Table 6 on page 13 and Table 7 on page 14 detail the
working voltage and creepage/clearance capabilities of the Si84xx. These tables also detail the component
standards (UL1577, IEC60747, CSA 5A), which are readily accepted by certification bodies to provide proof for
end-system specifications requirements. Refer to the end-system specification (61010-1, 60950-1, etc.)
requirements before starting any design that uses a digital isolator.
The following sections detail the recommended bypass and decoupling components necessary to ensure robust
overall performance and reliability for systems using the Si84xx digital isolators.
2.4.1. Supply Bypass
Digital integrated circuit components typically require 0.1 µF (100 nF) bypass capacitors when used in electrically
quiet environments. However, digital isolators are commonly used in hazardous environments with excessively
noisy power supplies. To counteract these harsh conditions, it is recommended that an additional 1 µF bypass
capacitor be added between VDD and GND on both sides of the package. The capacitors should be placed as
close as possible to the package to minimize stray inductance. If the system is excessively noisy, it is
recommended that the designer add 50 to 100 resistors in series with the VDD supply voltage source and 50 to
300 resistors in series with the digital inputs/outputs (see Figure 6). For more details, see "3. Errata and Design
Migration Guidelines" on page 23.
All components upstream or downstream of the isolator should be properly decoupled as well. If these components
are not properly decoupled, their supply noise can couple to the isolator inputs and outputs, potentially causing
damage if spikes exceed the maximum ratings of the isolator (6 V). In this case, the 50 to 300 resistors protect
the isolator's inputs/outputs (note that permanent device damage may occur if the absolute maximum ratings are
exceeded). Functional operation should be restricted to the conditions specified in Table 1, “Recommended
Operating Conditions,” on page 4.
2.4.2. Pin Connections
No connect pins are not internally connected. They can be left floating, tied to
2.4.3. Output Pin Termination
The nominal output impedance of an isolator driver channel is approximately 85 , ±40%, which is a combination
of the value of the on-chip series termination resistor and cha nnel resist ance of the output driver FET. When driving
loads where transmission line effects will be a factor , output pins should be appropriately terminated with controlled
impedance PCB traces. The series termination resistor values should be scaled appropriately while keeping in
mind the recommendations described in “2.4.1. Supply Bypass” above.
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The typical performance characteristics depicted in th e follo wing diagra ms ar e for info rma tion p urpose s only. Refer
to Tables 3, 4, and 5 for actual specification limits.
The following errata apply to Revision C devices only. See "5. Ordering Guide" on page 25 for more details. No
errata exist for Revision D devices.
3.1. Power Supply Bypass Capacitors (Revision C and Revision D)
When using the Si84xx isolators with power supplies > 4.5 V , sufficient VDD bypass capacitors must be present on
both the VDD1 and VDD2 pins to ensure the VDD rise time is less than 0.5 V/µs (which is > 9 µs for a >
supply). Although rise time is power supply dependent, >
(VDD1, VDD2) of the isolator device.
3.1.1. Resolution
For recommendations on resolving this issue, see "2.4.1. Supply Bypass" on pa ge 20. Additionally, refer to "5.
Ordering Guide" on page 25 for current ordering information.
3.2. Latch Up Immunity (Revision C Only)
Si84xx latch up immunity generally exceeds ± 200 mA per pin. Exceptions: Certain pins provide < 100 mA of latchup immunity. To increase latch-up immunity on these pins, 100 of equivalent resistance must be included in
series with all of the pins listed in Table 13. The 100 equivalent resistance can be comprised of the source
driver's output resistance and a series termination resistor. The Si8410 is not affected by the latch up immunity
issue described above.
3.2.1. Resolution
This issue has been corrected with Revision D of the device. Refer to “5. Ordering Guide” for current ordering
information.
1 µF capacitors are required on both power supply pins
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Table 13. Affected Ordering Part Numbers (Revision C Only)
A122Digital I/OSide 1 digital input or output.
A2NA3Digital I/OSide 1 digital input or output.
B167Digital I/OSide 2 digital input or output.
B2NA6Digital I/OSide 2 digital input or output.
V
DD2
GND2/NC*5,75GroundSide 2 ground.
*Note: No Connect. These pins are not internally connected. They can be left floating, tied to VDD or tied to GND.
88SupplySide 2 power supply.
SOIC-8 Pin#
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5. Ordering Guide
These devices are not recommended for new designs. Please see the Si861x datasheet for replacement options.
Figure 14 illustrates the package details for the Si841x. Table 15 lists the values for the dimensions shown in the
illustration.
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Table 15. Package Diagram Dimensions
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7. Land Pattern: 8-Pin Narrow Body SOIC
Figure 15 illustrates the recommended land pattern details for the Si841x in an 8-pin narrow-body SOIC. Table 16
lists the values for the dimensions shown in the illustration.
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Components for the Si84xx Digital Isolator Family,”
on page 20.
Updated "3.1. Power Supply Bypass Capacitors
(Revision C and Revision D)" on page 23.
Revision 1.4 to Revision 1.5
Updated "5. Ordering Guide" on page 25 to include
new title note and “ Alternative Part Number (APN)”
column.
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Updated Tables 3, 4, and 5.
Updated notes in tables to reflect output impedance of
85 .
Updated rise and fall time specifications.
Updated CMTI value.
Revision 1.1 to Revision 1.2
Updated document throughout to include MSL
improvements to MSL2A.
Updated "5. Ordering Guide" on page 25.
Updated Note 1 in ordering guide table to reflect
improvement and compliance to MSL2A moisture
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