Skyworks Solutions Inc. SI8220DB-D-ISR
- Part No.:
- SI8220DB-D-ISR
- Manufacturer:
- Skyworks Solutions Inc.
- Category:
- Isolators - Gate Drivers
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
SI8220DB-D-ISR.pdf
- Description:
- DGTL ISO 2.5KV 1CH GT DVR 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
SI8220DB-D-ISR from Skyworks Solutions is a 2.5 A peak output isolated gate driver with opto-emulator input, 5.0 kVRMS reinforced isolation (UL1577), 60 ns max propagation delay, and –40 to +125 °C operation. It replaces HCPL-3120/HCPL-0302 in IGBT/MOSFET gate drive circuits for industrial inverters and UPS systems.
For engineers reviewing the SI8220DB-D-ISR datasheet, SI8220DB-D-ISR pinout, SI8220DB-D-ISR application, or SI8220DB-D-ISR equivalent, key selection criteria include its 5.0 kVRMS isolation rating, SOIC-16 wide-body package, UVLO hysteresis of 1000 mV (12.5 V threshold), 30 kV/µs CMTI, and compatibility with 6.5–24 V gate supply rails.
Technical Context
The SI8220DB-D-ISR implements RF-based on/off keying across a silicon isolation barrier-replacing LED/photodiode coupling-to deliver stable timing independent of input current. Its input emulates an LED but requires only 5–20 mA forward current, with VF = 1.7–2.5 V at IF = 5 mA.
Internally, it integrates under-voltage lockout with 12.5 V turn-on threshold (VDDUV+ = 12.4–14.8 V) and 1000 mV hysteresis, plus output drivers capable of sourcing 1.5 A and sinking 2.5 A into capacitive loads up to 200 pF. Propagation delays are tPLH ≤ 60 ns and tPHL ≤ 40 ns.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Isolation Rating | 5.0 kVRMS (1 min, UL1577); production tested to 6.0 kVRMS - enables reinforced insulation per IEC 60950-1/61010-1 in high-voltage industrial systems. |
| Peak Output Current | 2.5 A sink / 1.5 A source - drives high-gate-charge IGBTs and SiC MOSFETs without external buffers in motor control inverters. |
| Propagation Delay | tPLH ≤ 60 ns, tPHL ≤ 40 ns (CL = 200 pF) - supports >1 MHz switching frequencies with tight timing control in SMPS and UPS. |
| Common-Mode Transient Immunity | ≥30 kV/µs - maintains signal integrity during fast dV/dt events in bridge-leg configurations with high-side switching. |
| Supply Voltage Range | VDD = 6.5–24 V - compatible with standard 12 V and 15 V gate driver rails; supports wide-input industrial power supplies. |
| Operating Temperature | –40 to +125 °C - qualified per AEC-Q100 Grade 1, suitable for under-hood automotive and harsh industrial environments. |
| Input Forward Voltage | VF = 1.7–2.5 V at IF = 5 mA - matches legacy optocoupler biasing while reducing drive power by >50% vs. HCPL-3120. |
Pinout & Package
SI8220DB-D-ISR uses a RoHS-compliant SOIC-16 wide-body package (8.5 mm minimum creepage/clearance) with reinforced insulation for 600 VRMS working voltage. Pin 1 is ANODE; Pin 2 is CATHODE; Pins 3–4 and 13–16 are NC; Pin 5 is VO; Pin 6 is VSS; Pin 7 is VDD; Pin 8 is NC.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (ANODE) | Input anode terminal | Accepts 5–20 mA forward current; connects to MCU/FPGA I/O or open-drain driver via series resistor. |
| 2 (CATHODE) | Input cathode terminal | Reference for input LED emulator; must be tied to system ground or low-side return path. |
| 5 (VO) | Output driver terminal | High-current gate drive output; sources up to 1.5 A, sinks up to 2.5 A into MOSFET/IGBT gates. |
| 6 (VSS) | Output-side ground reference | Return path for VO; may be biased above or below system ground, enabling high-side floating drive. |
| 7 (VDD) | Output-side supply rail | Provides power to output stage; accepts 6.5–24 V; requires local 0.1 µF + 10 µF decoupling. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| RF-based isolation architecture | Eliminates LED aging and temperature drift-enables <1% unit-to-unit propagation delay variation over life and temperature. |
| Programmable UVLO threshold | 12.5 V turn-on with 1000 mV hysteresis-prevents erratic gate switching during brown-out conditions in 24 V industrial rails. |
| High CMTI performance | ≥30 kV/µs common-mode rejection-ensures reliable operation in half-bridge topologies with >500 V/ns dV/dt. |
| Opto-replacement compatibility | Pin-compatible drop-in replacement for HCPL-3120 and HCPL-0302-no PCB redesign required for legacy upgrades. |
| Wide-body SOIC-16 packaging | 8.0 mm nominal creepage (VDE-certified)-meets reinforced insulation requirements for 600 VRMS working voltage in medical and industrial safety standards. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Drives | Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving high-voltage IGBT half-bridges in servo amplifiers and variable-frequency drives operating at 400–690 VAC bus voltages. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Isolated gate driver providing level-shifted, noise-immune turn-on/turn-off signals to upper and lower switch legs. Use Value: 30 kV/µs CMTI and 5.0 kVRMS isolation prevent shoot-through failures during fast bus transients; 60 ns max tPLH enables precise PWM dead-time control. |
Use Scenario: Controlling bidirectional DC-AC and AC-DC conversion stages in online double-conversion UPS systems with 48–200 VDC battery banks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Functional replacement for optocouplers in inverter and rectifier gate drive circuits requiring reinforced isolation and fast response. Use Value: 2.5 A sink capability directly drives high-Ciss Si MOSFETs; UVLO hysteresis prevents false triggering during battery voltage sag. |
| Switch-Mode Power Supplies | Inverters for Renewable Energy |
Use Scenario: Gate driving of synchronous rectifiers and primary-side MOSFETs in high-efficiency LLC resonant converters delivering 1–3 kW at >100 kHz. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed isolated driver enabling zero-voltage switching (ZVS) with sub-100 ns timing precision. Use Value: Input-independent propagation delay ensures consistent timing across load and temperature; 20 ns tF supports >1 MHz operation. |
Use Scenario: Controlling string-level DC-AC conversion in solar microinverters and battery energy storage system (BESS) inverters operating at 600–1000 VDC input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reinforced-isolation gate driver for high-side and low-side switches in transformerless H-bridge topologies. Use Value: 5.0 kVRMS rating meets IEC 62109-1 requirements for PV inverters; AEC-Q100 qualification supports extended field lifetime. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar isolated gate driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si8230AD-D-IS | Same SOIC-16 package, 2.5 A output, but 3.75 kVRMS isolation and 8 V UVLO threshold. | Suitable for lower-isolation systems (e.g., 300 VRMS working voltage) where 5.0 kVRMS is not mandated. | Select when regulatory compliance requires only 3.75 kVRMS and cost optimization is prioritized over maximum isolation margin. |
| HCPL-3120 | Optocoupler-based; 2.5 A output but 0.4–1.0 mA IF sensitivity, 500 ns typical propagation delay, no integrated UVLO. | Legacy designs with existing opto-bias networks; lacks CMTI >15 kV/µs and thermal stability of silicon isolation. | Choose only for backward compatibility in non-safety-critical, low-frequency (<50 kHz) applications where upgrade path is constrained. |
Compared with Si8230AD-D-IS, SI8220DB-D-ISR provides higher isolation margin (5.0 vs. 3.75 kVRMS) and tighter UVLO hysteresis control (1000 mV vs. 600 mV), making it preferable for medical-grade and grid-tied inverters. Versus HCPL-3120, it delivers 8× faster propagation, eliminates LED aging, and adds robust UVLO-justifying redesign where reliability and efficiency are critical.
Availability
SI8220DB-D-ISR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, uninterruptible power supplies, and renewable energy inverters requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and certified reinforced isolation.
Supply support for SI8220DB-D-ISR includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Skyworks Solutions is a global semiconductor company specializing in analog and mixed-signal connectivity solutions, with leadership in RF, timing, and isolation technologies.
The Si8220 family was designed as a functional optocoupler upgrade for high-reliability gate drive applications-delivering superior timing accuracy, CMTI, and lifetime stability in industrial, automotive, and energy infrastructure systems.
FAQ
What is the isolation voltage rating of the SI8220DB-D-ISR?
The SI8220DB-D-ISR is rated for 5.0 kVRMS isolation per UL1577 (1 minute), with production testing at 6.0 kVRMS. It achieves reinforced insulation per IEC 60950-1 and IEC 61010-1 up to 600 VRMS working voltage, validated for SOIC-16 wide-body package creepage and clearance.
Does the SI8220DB-D-ISR require external components for basic operation?
Yes-the SI8220DB-D-ISR requires local decoupling: a 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor and a 10 µF bulk capacitor between VDD and VSS. An input series resistor (R1) is also needed to limit ANODE–CATHODE current to 5–20 mA; value depends on driving source voltage and logic levels.
Can the SI8220DB-D-ISR replace HCPL-3120 without PCB changes?
Yes-SI8220DB-D-ISR is a pin-compatible, drop-in replacement for HCPL-3120 in SOIC-16 footprint. It matches the same pinout (ANODE/CATHODE/VO/VDD/VSS), operates from the same 12–15 V supply, and emulates LED input behavior-requiring only minor R1 adjustment to limit IF ≤20 mA.
What is the under-voltage lockout behavior of the SI8220DB-D-ISR?
The SI8220DB-D-ISR features fixed 12.5 V UVLO with hysteresis: VO remains low until VDD rises above 12.4–14.8 V (VDDUV+), then stays active until VDD falls below 11.6–13.8 V (VDDUV−). This 1000 mV hysteresis prevents oscillation during rail instability in industrial power systems.
Is the SI8220DB-D-ISR qualified for automotive applications?
Yes-the SI8220DB-D-ISR is AEC-Q100 qualified (Grade 1, –40 to +125 °C), supporting under-hood and powertrain applications. Its 5.0 kVRMS isolation, 30 kV/µs CMTI, and robust UVLO make it suitable for EV traction inverters and onboard chargers requiring reinforced insulation.
SI8220DB-D-ISR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Skyworks Solutions Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Technology:
- Capacitive Coupling
- Number of Channels:
- 1
- Voltage - Isolation:
- 2500Vrms
- Common Mode Transient Immunity (Min):
- 30kV/µs (Typ)
- Propagation Delay tpLH / tpHL (Max):
- 60ns, 40ns
- Pulse Width Distortion (Max):
- -
- Rise / Fall Time (Typ):
- 20ns, 20ns (Max)
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 1.5A, 2.5A
- Current - Peak Output:
- 2.5A
- Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Typ):
- 2.5V (Max)
- Current - DC Forward (If) (Max):
- 30 mA
- Voltage - Output Supply:
- 14.8V ~ 24V
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
- Approval Agency:
- CQC, CSA, UR, VDE
SI8220DB-D-ISR FAQ
1.How can I place an order for SI8220DB-D-ISR through Aetrix?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that SI8220DB-D-ISR is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All SI8220DB-D-ISR products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that SI8220DB-D-ISR meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of SI8220DB-D-ISR?
All SI8220DB-D-ISR units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with SI8220DB-D-ISR, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The SI8220DB-D-ISR part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for SI8220DB-D-ISR:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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