HCPL-3140#060 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HCPL-3140#060 is a single-channel optical isolation gate driver manufactured by Broadcom Limited, designed for high-voltage switching applications requiring galvanic isolation. This component provides 3750Vrms isolation with 600mA peak output current capability in an 8-DIP through-hole package. The part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives for ongoing system support and new designs.

Substiute Parts

HCPL-3140#060

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 755HCPL-3140#060 Datasheet

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HCPL-3140-060E

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 910HCPL-3140-060E Datasheet

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PS9531-AX

Renesas Electronics CorporationIn Stock: 2025PS9531-AX Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the HCPL-3140#060 are classified based on electrical and mechanical compatibility within the optical isolation gate driver category. Substitution eligibility is determined by the following criteria:

Primary Compatibility Parameters:

• Package type: 8-DIP through-hole form factor
• Isolation voltage: minimum 3750Vrms
• Number of channels: 1 channel
• Output current capability: minimum 400mA continuous per output
• Common mode transient immunity: minimum 25kV/µs
• Operating temperature range: minimum -40°C to 100°C coverage

Identified Substitute Categories:

1. Direct Functional Equivalent (HCPL-3140-060E): Identical electrical specifications with packaging variation (tube vs. bulk). Same manufacturer, same base product number, active product status.

2. Enhanced Performance Substitute (PS9531-AX): Exceeds minimum compatibility parameters with higher isolation voltage (5000Vrms), superior common mode transient immunity (50kV/µs), faster propagation delay (175ns), and higher output current capability (2.5A peak). Maintains 8-DIP package and through-hole mounting.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

HCPL-3140-060E (Direct Replacement): Use this part for applications requiring exact electrical and thermal performance matching. This is the active production equivalent of the discontinued HCPL-3140#060, manufactured by the same supplier with identical specifications. ROHS3 compliance provides regulatory advantage over the original part. Packaging format (tube) differs from the original but maintains identical electrical performance and pinout.

PS9531-AX (Enhanced Performance Alternative): Use this part for applications where higher performance margins are acceptable or beneficial. The PS9531-AX provides superior isolation voltage (5000Vrms vs. 3750Vrms), faster signal propagation (175ns vs. 700ns), higher output current capability (2.5A vs. 600mA), and extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C vs. -40°C to 100°C). Both substitute parts maintain 8-DIP through-hole package compatibility and ROHS3 compliance. The PS9531-AX is manufactured by Renesas Electronics and carries REACH Affected status, requiring supply chain verification for regulated applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can HCPL-3140-060E be used as a direct drop-in replacement for HCPL-3140#060?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical specifications, pinout, and 8-DIP package dimensions. The primary difference is packaging format (tube vs. bulk) and product status (active vs. discontinued). HCPL-3140-060E is the recommended replacement for new procurement.

Q: What are the key differences between HCPL-3140-060E and PS9531-AX?

A: HCPL-3140-060E maintains exact electrical parity with the original part. PS9531-AX offers enhanced performance: 5000Vrms isolation (vs. 3750Vrms), 50kV/µs common mode transient immunity (vs. 25kV/µs), 175ns propagation delay (vs. 700ns), and 2.5A peak output current (vs. 600mA). Both maintain 8-DIP through-hole compatibility.

Q: Are there any package or pinout differences between these substitutes?

A: No. All three parts use identical 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm) through-hole packages with matching pinouts, enabling direct PCB compatibility without layout modifications.

Q: Which substitute should be selected for new designs?

A: HCPL-3140-060E is appropriate for designs requiring exact performance matching to the original specification. PS9531-AX is suitable for applications where enhanced performance characteristics provide system benefits. Both are active products with ROHS3 compliance.

Q: What compliance differences exist between the substitutes?

A: HCPL-3140#060 is RoHS non-compliant. Both HCPL-3140-060E and PS9531-AX are ROHS3 compliant. PS9531-AX carries REACH Affected status, requiring supply chain documentation for regulated markets. Both parts hold CSA and UL-equivalent certifications.