H
HCMOS Compatible, High CMR,
10 MBd Optocouplers
Technical Data
HCPL-261A
HCPL-263A
HCPL-261N
HCPL-263N
HCPL-061A
HCPL-063A
HCPL-061N
HCPL-063N
Features
• HCMOS/LSTTL/TTL
Performance Compatible
• 1000 V/
µ
s Minimum
Common Mode Rejection
(CMR) at V
CM
= 50 V (HCPL-
261A Family) and 15 kV/
µ
s
Minimum CMR at V
CM
=
1000 V (HCPL-261N Family)
• High Speed: 10 MBd Typical
• AC and DC Performance
Specified over Industrial
Temperature Range -40
°
C to
+85
°
C
• Available in 8 Pin DIP,
SOIC-8 Packages
• Safety Approval
UL Recognized per UL1577
2500 V rms for 1 minute and
5000 V rms for 1 minute
(Option 020)
CSA Approved
VDE 0884 Approved with
V
IORM
= 630 V
peak
for
HCPL-261A/261N
Option 060
• Computer-Peripheral
Interface
• Digital Isolation for A/D,
D/A Conversion
• Switching Power Supplies
• Instrumentation
Input/Output Isolation
• Ground Loop Elimination
• Pulse Transformer
Replacement
Description
The HCPL-261A family of optically
coupled gates shown on this data
sheet provide all the benefits of the
industry standard 6N137 family
with the added benefit of HCMOS
compatible input current. This
allows direct interface to all
common circuit topologies without
additional LED buffer or drive
components. The AlGaAs LED
used allows lower drive currents
and reduces degradation by using
the latest LED technology. On the
single channel parts, an enable
output allows the detector to be
strobed. The output of the detector
IC is an open collector schottky-
clamped transistor. The internal
shield provides a minimum
common mode transient immunity
of 1000 V/µs for the HCPL-261A
family and 15000 V/µs for the
HCPL-261N family.
Functional Diagram
HCPL-261A/261N
HCPL-061A/061N
NC
ANODE
CATHODE
NC
1
2
3
4
SHIELD
8
7
6
5
V
CC
V
E
V
O
GND
ANODE
1
CATHODE
1
CATHODE
2
ANODE
2
1
2
3
4
SHIELD
HCPL-263A/263N
HCPL-063A/063N
8
7
6
5
V
CC
V
O1
V
O2
GND
Applications
• Low Input Current (3.0 mA)
HCMOS Compatible Version
of 6N137 Optocoupler
• Isolated Line Receiver
• Simplex/Multiplex Data
Transmission
LED
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
TRUTH TABLE
(POSITIVE LOGIC)
ENABLE
H
H
L
L
NC
NC
OUTPUT
L
H
H
H
L
H
TRUTH TABLE
(POSITIVE LOGIC)
LED
ON
OFF
OUTPUT
L
H
The connection of a 0.1
µF
bypass capacitor between pins 5 and 8 is required.
CAUTION: It is advised that normal static precautions be taken in handling and assembly of this component to
prevent damage and/or degradation which may be induced by ESD.
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Minimum CMR
dV/dt
(V/
µ
s)
NA
5,000
10,000
1,000
3,500
1,000
1,000
[2]
1,000
V
CM
(V)
NA
50
1,000
50
300
50
1,000
50
Input
On-
Current
(mA)
5
8-Pin DIP (300 Mil)
Output
Enable
YES
NO
YES
NO
YES
NO
YES
YES
HCPL-2602
[1]
HCPL-2612
[1]
HCPL-261A
HCPL-263A
HCPL-261N
HCPL-263N
HCPL-2611
[1]
HCPL-4661
[1]
HCPL-2601
[1]
HCPL-2631
[1]
Single
Channel
Package
6N137
[1]
HCPL-2630
[1]
Dual
Channel
Package
Small-Outline SO-8
Single
Channel
Package
HCPL-0600
[1]
HCPL-0630
[1]
HCPL-0601
[1]
HCPL-0631
[1]
HCPL-0611
[1]
HCPL-0661
[1]
Dual
Channel
Package
Widebody
(400 Mil)
Single
Channel
Package
HCNW137
[1]
HCNW2601
[1]
HCNW2611
[1]
Hermetic
Single and
Dual Channel
Packages
3
YES
NO
YES
NO
HCPL-061A
HCPL-063A
HCPL-061N
HCPL-063N
HCPL-193X
[1]
HCPL-56XX
[1]
HCPL-66XX
[1]
12.5
[3]
Notes:
1. Technical data are on separate HP publications.
2. 15 kV/µs with V
CM
= 1 kV can be achieved using HP application circuit.
3. Enable is available for single channel products only, except for HCPL-193X devices.
Ordering Information
Specify Part Number followed by Option Number (if desired).
Example:
HCPL-261A#XXX
020 = 5000 V rms/1 minute UL Rating Option*
060 = VDE 0884 V
IORM
= 630 Vpeak Option**
300 = Gull Wing Surface Mount Option***
500 = Tape and Reel Packaging Option
Option data sheets available. Contact your Hewlett-Packard sales representative or authorized distributor for
information.
*For HCPL-261A/261N/263A/263N (8-pin DIP products) only.
**For HCPL-261A/261N only. Combination of Option 020 and Option 060 is not available.
***Gull wing surface mount option applies to through hole parts only.
HCPL-263A/263N
HCPL-063A/063N
I
CC
8
I
O1
7
V
CC
V
O1
Schematic
HCPL-261A/261N
HCPL-061A/061N
I
F
2+
I
O
6
I
CC
8
V
CC
V
O
1
+
V
F1
–
2
I
F1
SHIELD
V
F
–
3
SHIELD
I
E
5
7
V
E
USE OF A 0.1 µF BYPASS CAPACITOR CONNECTED
BETWEEN PINS 5 AND 8 IS RECOMMENDED (SEE NOTE 16).
GND
3
–
V
F2
+
4
I
F2
I
O2
6
V
O2
SHIELD
5
GND
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OPTOCOUPLERS
Selection Guide
HCPL-261A/261N/263A/263N Outline Drawing
Pin Location (for reference only)
9.40 (0.370)
9.90 (0.390)
8
TYPE NUMBER
HP
XXXXZ
YYWW
PIN ONE
1
2
3
4
1.78 (0.070) MAX.
1.19 (0.047) MAX.
7
6
5
OPTION CODE*
DATE CODE
6.10 (0.240)
6.60 (0.260)
7.36 (0.290)
7.88 (0.310)
0.20 (0.008)
0.33 (0.013)
5° TYP.
DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS AND (INCHES).
4.70 (0.185) MAX.
* MARKING CODE LETTER FOR OPTION NUMBERS.
"L" = OPTION 020
"V" = OPTION 060
OPTION NUMBERS 300 AND 500 NOT MARKED.
0.51 (0.020) MIN.
2.92 (0.115) MIN.
0.76 (0.030)
1.40 (0.056)
0.65 (0.025) MAX.
2.28 (0.090)
2.80 (0.110)
Figure 1. 8-Pin Dual In-Line Package Device Outline Drawing.
PIN LOCATION (FOR REFERENCE ONLY)
9.65 ± 0.25
(0.380 ± 0.010)
8
7
6
5
1.02 (0.040)
1.19 (0.047)
4.83 TYP.
(0.190)
6.350 ± 0.25
(0.250 ± 0.010)
9.65 ± 0.25
(0.380 ± 0.010)
1
2
3
4
1.19 (0.05)
1.78 (0.07)
1.780
(0.070)
MAX.
9.65 ± 0.25
(0.380 ± 0.010)
7.62 ± 0.25
(0.300 ± 0.010)
0.38 (0.015)
0.64 (0.025)
1.19
(0.047)
MAX.
4.19 MAX.
(0.165)
0.20 (0.008)
0.33 (0.013)
1.080 ± 0.320
(0.043 ± 0.013)
2.540
(0.100)
BSC
0.635 ± 0.130
(0.025 ± 0.005)
0.635 ± 0.25
(0.025 ± 0.010)
12° NOM.
DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS (INCHES).
TOLERANCES (UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED): xx.xx = 0.01
xx.xxx = 0.005
LEAD COPLANARITY
MAXIMUM: 0.102 (0.004)
Figure 2. Gull Wing Surface Mount Option #300.
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HCPL-061A/061N/063A/063N Outline Drawing
8
7
6
XXX
YWW
5
5.842 ± 0.203
(0.236 ± 0.008)
3.937 ± 0.127
(0.155 ± 0.005)
TYPE NUMBER (LAST 3 DIGITS)
2
3
4
1.270 BSG
(0.050)
5.080 ± 0.005
(0.200 ± 0.005)
7°
45° X 0.432
(0.017)
DATE CODE
0.381 ± 0.076
(0.016 ± 0.003)
PIN 1
ONE
3.175 ± 0.127
(0.125 ± 0.005)
1.524
(0.060)
0.152 ± 0.051
(0.006 ± 0.002)
0.228 ± 0.025
(0.009 ± 0.001)
DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS AND (INCHES).
LEAD COPLANARITY = 0.10 mm (0.004 INCHES).
0.305
MIN.
(0.012)
Figure 3. 8-Pin Small Outline Package Device Drawing.
Solder Reflow Temperature Profile (HCPL-06XX and Gull Wing Surface Mount
Option 300 Parts)
260
240
220
200
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0
∆T
= 145°C, 1°C/SEC
∆T
= 115°C, 0.3°C/SEC
TEMPERATURE – °C
∆T
= 100°C, 1.5°C/SEC
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
TIME – MINUTES
Note: Use of Nonchlorine Activated Fluxes is Recommended.
Regulatory Information
The HCPL-261A and HCPL-261N
families have been approved by
the following organizations:
UL
Recognized under UL 1577,
Component Recognition
Program, File E55361.
CSA
Approved under CSA Component
Acceptance Notice #5, File CA
88324.
VDE
Approved according to VDE
0884/06.92. (HCPL-261A/261N
Option 060 only)
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OPTOCOUPLERS
Insulation and Safety Related Specifications
8-Pin DIP
(300 Mil) SO-8
Symbol
Value
Value Units
L(101)
7.1
4.9
mm
Parameter
Minimum External Air
Gap (External
Clearance)
Minimum External
Tracking (External
Creepage)
Minimum Internal Plastic
Gap (Internal Clearance)
L(102)
7.4
4.8
mm
0.08
0.08
mm
Tracking Resistance
(Comparative Tracking
Index)
Isolation Group
CTI
200
200
Volts
Conditions
Measured from input terminals to
output terminals, shortest distance
through air.
Measured from input terminals to
output terminals, shortest distance
path along body.
Through insulation distance, conductor
to conductor, usually the direct
distance between the photoemitter and
photodetector inside the optocoupler
cavity.
DIN IEC 112/ VDE 0303 Part 1
IIIa
IIIa
Material Group (DIN VDE 0110, 1/89,
Table 1)
Option 300 – surface mount classification is Class A in accordance with CECC 00802.
VDE 0884 Insulation Related Characteristics
(HCPL-261A/261N Option 060 ONLY)
Description
Installation classification per DIN VDE 0110/1.89, Table 1
for rated mains voltage
≤
300 V rms
for rated mains voltage
≤
450 V rms
Climatic Classification
Pollution Degree (DIN VDE 0110/1.89)
Maximum Working Insulation Voltage
Input to Output Test Voltage, Method b*
V
IORM
x 1.875 = V
PR
, 100% Production Test with t
m
= 1 sec,
Partial Discharge < 5 pC
Input to Output Test Voltage, Method a*
V
IORM
x 1.5 = V
PR
, Type and sample test, t
m
= 60 sec,
Partial Discharge < 5 pC
Highest Allowable Overvoltage*
(Transient Overvoltage, t
ini
= 10 sec)
Safety Limiting Values
(Maximum values allowed in the event of a failure,
also see Figure 18, Thermal Derating curve.)
Case Temperature
Input Current
Output Power
Insulation Resistance at T
S
, V
IO
= 500 V
Symbol
Characteristic
I-IV
I-III
55/85/21
2
630
1181
Units
V
IORM
V
PR
V
peak
V
peak
V
PR
945
V
peak
V
IOTM
6000
V
peak
T
S
I
S,INPUT
P
S,OUTPUT
R
S
175
230
600
≥
10
9
°C
mA
mW
Ω
*Refer to the front of the optocoupler section of the current catalog, under Product Safety Regulations section (VDE 0884), for a
detailed description.
Note: Isolation characteristics are guaranteed only within the safety maximum ratings which must be ensured by protective circuits in
application.
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