HCPL-817-060E Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HCPL-817-060E is a 5000Vrms optoisolator with transistor output in 4-DIP packaging, manufactured by Broadcom Limited. This component is active and widely used in industrial isolation applications requiring high voltage galvanic separation. Substitute parts are necessary when the primary part is unavailable, when inventory constraints exist, or when design flexibility permits selection from qualified alternatives meeting equivalent electrical and mechanical specifications.

Substiute Parts

HCPL-817-060E

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 20176HCPL-817-060E Datasheet

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HCPL-817-000E

Broadcom LimitedIn Stock: 3325HCPL-817-000E Datasheet

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ISP817A

Isocom Components 2004 LTDIn Stock: 12821ISP817A Datasheet

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ISP817BX

Isocom Components 2004 LTDIn Stock: 870ISP817BX Datasheet

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ISP817CX

Isocom Components 2004 LTDIn Stock: 2718ISP817CX Datasheet

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TCET1103

Vishay Semiconductor Opto DivisionIn Stock: 1583TCET1103 Datasheet

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TCET1106

Vishay Semiconductor Opto DivisionIn Stock: 5695TCET1106 Datasheet

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TCET1107

Vishay Semiconductor Opto DivisionIn Stock: 3151TCET1107 Datasheet

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TCET1108

Vishay Semiconductor Opto DivisionIn Stock: 45237TCET1108 Datasheet

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TCET1109

Vishay Semiconductor Opto DivisionIn Stock: 35384TCET1109 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the HCPL-817-060E is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Isolation voltage rating of 5000Vrms or higher
• Single channel transistor output configuration
• 4-DIP through-hole package (0.300", 7.62mm)
• Current transfer ratio range compatibility
• Maximum output voltage of 70V or higher
• Maximum output current of 50mA or higher
• Operating temperature range encompassing -30°C to 100°C
• DC input type
• RoHS3 compliance

Substitute Categories:

Category 1: Parametric Equivalents (Identical Specifications) Parts with matching electrical characteristics and identical packaging. These provide direct replacement capability without circuit modification.

Category 2: Manufacturer Recommended Alternatives (Enhanced Specifications) Parts from alternative manufacturers with equal or superior isolation voltage, compatible current transfer ratios, and enhanced output voltage ratings. These offer design flexibility with improved performance margins.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Replacement (No Circuit Modification Required): HCPL-817-000E is a parametric equivalent from Broadcom Limited with identical electrical specifications and packaging. Both parts maintain active product status and ROHS3 compliance.

Alternative Manufacturer Selection: Vishay Semiconductor Opto Division TCET series (TCET1103, TCET1106, TCET1107, TCET1108, TCET1109) and Isocom Components ISP817 series (ISP817A, ISP817BX, ISP817CX) are qualified alternatives. All substitute parts maintain 4-DIP through-hole packaging, RoHS3 compliance, and active product status. Vishay parts extend the operating temperature range to -40°C, providing enhanced low-temperature performance. Isocom parts offer increased isolation voltage (5300Vrms) and higher maximum output voltage (80V), delivering additional design margin.

Current Transfer Ratio Matching: Selection should account for CTR specifications. The HCPL-817-060E operates at 50% to 600% CTR @ 5mA. TCET1109 and ISP817CX provide matching upper CTR limits (600% and 600% respectively). TCET1103 and TCET1107 provide lower CTR ranges suitable for applications requiring reduced gain. ISP817A provides intermediate CTR characteristics (80% to 160%).

Inventory and Availability: TCET1108 (45,200 pcs) and TCET1109 (35,300 pcs) offer highest stock levels among Vishay alternatives. ISP817A (12,790 pcs) and ISP817CX (2,685 pcs) provide Isocom availability. HCPL-817-000E (3,279 pcs) maintains Broadcom supply.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TCET1107 replace HCPL-817-060E in all applications? A: TCET1107 meets the core substitution criteria: 5000Vrms isolation, 4-DIP package, 70V maximum output, 50mA output current, and -40°C to 100°C operating range. However, TCET1107 has a lower CTR range (80% to 160% @ 5mA) compared to HCPL-817-060E (50% to 600% @ 5mA). Applications requiring higher current transfer ratios should select TCET1108, TCET1109, or ISP817CX instead.

Q: What is the difference between ISP817A, ISP817BX, and ISP817CX? A: All three Isocom parts share identical isolation voltage (5300Vrms), output voltage (80V), and package specifications. They differ in current transfer ratio: ISP817A operates at 80% to 160%, ISP817BX at 130% to 260%, and ISP817CX at 300% to 600%. Selection depends on the required CTR range for the application circuit.

Q: Are Vishay TCET parts pin-compatible with HCPL-817-060E? A: Yes. All TCET series parts (TCET1103, TCET1106, TCET1107, TCET1108, TCET1109) use identical 4-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm) through-hole packaging with matching pinout. Direct socket substitution is possible without PCB modification.

Q: Does the extended temperature range of Vishay parts affect substitution? A: Vishay TCET series extends the lower operating limit to -40°C compared to HCPL-817-060E at -30°C. This provides enhanced performance in cold environments but does not restrict substitution in applications operating within the original -30°C to 100°C range.

Q: Which substitute offers the best performance margin? A: ISP817CX provides the highest performance margin with 5300Vrms isolation voltage (6% higher than 5000Vrms), 80V maximum output voltage (14% higher than 70V), and 300% to 600% CTR range matching the upper specification of HCPL-817-060E.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant? A: Yes. All listed substitute parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and active product status, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements.