HCPL-3180-060 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HCPL-3180-060 is a 2.5A gate driver optical coupler manufactured by Broadcom Limited, providing 3750Vrms isolation for single-channel applications. This component is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of functionally equivalent alternatives. The part operates across -40°C to 100°C and is housed in an 8-DIP package suitable for through-hole mounting in power electronics and motor control applications.

Substiute Parts

HCPL-3180-060

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 1123HCPL-3180-060 Datasheet

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HCPL-3180-060E

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 898HCPL-3180-060E Datasheet

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FOD3120

onsemiIn Stock: 17311FOD3120 Datasheet

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FOD3120V

onsemiIn Stock: 2175FOD3120V Datasheet

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FOD3180

onsemiIn Stock: 103016FOD3180 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the HCPL-3180-060 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Direct Compatibility Requirements:

• Single-channel optical coupling technology
• 8-DIP through-hole package (0.300", 7.62mm)
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to 100°C
• Output supply voltage: 10V ~ 20V (minimum requirement)
• Peak output current: 2.5A or greater
• Propagation delay: 200ns or less (tpLH / tpHL)

Acceptable Parameter Variations:

• Isolation voltage: 3750Vrms or higher
• Common mode transient immunity: 10kV/µs or higher
• Pulse width distortion: 65ns or less

Substitutes are grouped into two categories: direct replacements maintaining identical electrical specifications, and enhanced alternatives offering superior isolation and transient immunity characteristics.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute: HCPL-3180-060E

The HCPL-3180-060E is the direct functional equivalent, manufactured by Broadcom Limited with identical electrical specifications. This part maintains 3750Vrms isolation, 200ns propagation delay, and 2.5A peak output current. The HCPL-3180-060E is currently active in production and ROHS3 compliant, addressing the discontinuation of the original part while preserving all electrical performance characteristics. Packaging and pinout are identical, enabling direct board-level substitution without design modification.

Secondary Substitutes: FOD3180, FOD3120, FOD3120V

The onsemi FOD3180 provides equivalent electrical performance to the HCPL-3180-060 with enhanced isolation voltage (5000Vrms) and improved common mode transient immunity (15kV/µs). Propagation delay, pulse width distortion, and peak output current remain identical. This part is suitable for applications requiring higher isolation margins.

The FOD3120 and FOD3120V offer enhanced specifications including 5000Vrms isolation, 35kV/µs common mode transient immunity, and 3A peak output current. These parts introduce longer propagation delays (400ns) and higher pulse width distortion (100ns), requiring circuit timing verification. Output supply voltage range extends to 15V ~ 30V. These substitutes are appropriate for applications with relaxed timing requirements and demanding isolation specifications.

All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and currently active in production, ensuring long-term availability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can HCPL-3180-060E be used as a direct replacement for HCPL-3180-060?

A: Yes. The HCPL-3180-060E is electrically and mechanically identical to the HCPL-3180-060, with identical pinout, package dimensions, and electrical specifications. No circuit modifications are required.

Q: What are the key differences between FOD3180 and HCPL-3180-060?

A: The FOD3180 maintains identical propagation delay (200ns) and pulse width distortion (65ns) but provides higher isolation voltage (5000Vrms versus 3750Vrms) and improved common mode transient immunity (15kV/µs versus 10kV/µs). Peak output current and output supply voltage range remain equivalent.

Q: Can FOD3120 or FOD3120V replace HCPL-3180-060 in timing-critical applications?

A: FOD3120 and FOD3120V have propagation delays of 400ns, double that of the HCPL-3180-060 (200ns). Circuit timing analysis is required to determine compatibility. These parts are suitable only for applications where the additional propagation delay does not violate system timing constraints.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in the same 8-DIP package?

A: Yes. All substitute parts listed are housed in 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm) through-hole packages with identical pinout and board-level footprint compatibility.

Q: What is the compliance status of substitute parts?

A: HCPL-3180-060E, FOD3180, FOD3120, and FOD3120V are all ROHS3 compliant. The original HCPL-3180-060 is RoHS non-compliant. All parts are REACH unaffected and classified as EAR99.

Q: Which substitute offers the best isolation performance?

A: FOD3120 and FOD3120V provide the highest isolation voltage (5000Vrms) and common mode transient immunity (35kV/µs), suitable for applications requiring maximum isolation margins and high-speed transient rejection.