HCPL-3020-560 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HCPL-3020-560 is a 400mA gate driver optical coupler manufactured by Broadcom Limited, providing 3750Vrms isolation for single-channel applications. This component is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, making substitute part identification essential for ongoing production and maintenance requirements. The HCPL-3020-560E serves as the direct equivalent, offering identical electrical and mechanical specifications with active product status and improved compliance posture.

Substiute Parts

HCPL-3020-560

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 1016HCPL-3020-560 Datasheet

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HCPL-3020-560E

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 33358HCPL-3020-560E Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the HCPL-3020-560 is determined by strict equivalence across all electrical isolation parameters, output drive characteristics, and mechanical packaging specifications. The substitute part must maintain:

• Identical isolation voltage rating (3750Vrms)
• Matching channel configuration (1 channel)
• Equivalent propagation delay and timing characteristics (700ns maximum)
• Identical output current specifications (200mA high/low, 400mA peak)
• Compatible package form factor (8-SMD, Gull Wing)
• Matching operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 100°C)
• Equivalent forward voltage and DC forward current specifications

The HCPL-3020-560E meets all these criteria as a direct manufacturer equivalent from Broadcom Limited, differing only in product status and compliance certification level.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The HCPL-3020-560E is the direct substitute for the discontinued HCPL-3020-560. Both components share identical electrical specifications, isolation ratings, output drive capabilities, and mechanical packaging. The primary distinction is product lifecycle status: the HCPL-3020-560E maintains active manufacturing status with current inventory availability.

For new designs or production continuation, the HCPL-3020-560E is the appropriate selection. The substitute offers ROHS3 compliance, addressing regulatory requirements that the original part does not meet. Both components carry equivalent approval certifications (CSA, IEC/EN/DIN, UR) and maintain the same moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1 - Unlimited).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the HCPL-3020-560E be used as a direct replacement for the HCPL-3020-560?

A: Yes. The HCPL-3020-560E is electrically and mechanically identical to the HCPL-3020-560. All isolation voltage, output current, timing, and package specifications are equivalent. The substitute is pin-compatible and requires no circuit modifications.

Q: What is the primary reason to switch from HCPL-3020-560 to HCPL-3020-560E?

A: The HCPL-3020-560 is discontinued at DiGi Electronics. The HCPL-3020-560E maintains active product status with established supply chains. Additionally, the HCPL-3020-560E achieves ROHS3 compliance, whereas the original part is RoHS non-compliant.

Q: Are there any differences in isolation voltage or output drive capability?

A: No. Both parts provide 3750Vrms isolation, 400mA peak output current, and 200mA high/low output current specifications. Propagation delay, rise/fall time, and common mode transient immunity are identical.

Q: Is the 8-SMD Gull Wing package identical between both parts?

A: Yes. Both components use the same 8-SMD Gull Wing surface mount package with identical pin configuration and mechanical dimensions.

Q: What is the inventory status of each part?

A: The HCPL-3020-560 has 907 pieces in stock (discontinued status). The HCPL-3020-560E has 33,343 pieces in stock with active product status, ensuring long-term availability.