IL 260 Digital Isolator Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The IL 260 is a General Purpose Digital Isolator manufactured by NVE Corp/Isolation Products, part of the IsoLoop® series. This component provides galvanic isolation using Giant Magnetoresistive (GMR) technology with a 2500Vrms isolation voltage rating across 5 unidirectional channels. The IL 260 is classified as an Active product with 725 units currently in stock.

Substitute parts are identified when they maintain identical electrical performance specifications, mechanical compatibility, and functional characteristics while potentially offering different compliance certifications or packaging conditions.

Substiute Parts

IL 260

NVE Corp/Isolation ProductsIn Stock: 813IL 260 Datasheet

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IL 260E

NVE Corp/Isolation ProductsIn Stock: 1069IL 260E Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the IL 260 digital isolator is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Performance Criteria:

• Isolation voltage rating: 2500Vrms
• Number of channels: 5
• Channel configuration: Unidirectional (5 inputs on Side 1, 0 on Side 2)
• Data rate: 110Mbps
• Common Mode Transient Immunity: 30kV/µs minimum
• Supply voltage range: 3V ~ 5.5V
• Propagation delay: 15ns maximum (both tpLH and tpHL)
• Pulse width distortion: 3ns maximum
• Rise/Fall time: 1ns typical

Mechanical Compatibility Criteria:

• Package type: 16-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
• Mounting type: Surface Mount
• Technology platform: GMR (Giant Magnetoresistive)

Functional Criteria:

• Type: General Purpose Digital Isolator
• Series: IsoLoop®
• Isolated Power: No

Parts meeting all these criteria are classified as direct substitutes. Variations in RoHS compliance status, REACH classification, or inventory quantity do not affect substitution eligibility when all electrical and mechanical parameters are identical.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

IL 260 (RoHS Non-Compliant): Use the IL 260 when RoHS compliance is not a design requirement or when legacy system compatibility is necessary. This variant is suitable for applications where environmental regulations do not mandate RoHS3 compliance. Current inventory: 725 units.

IL 260E (ROHS3 Compliant): Select the IL 260E for new designs and applications requiring ROHS3 compliance certification. This variant meets current environmental standards while maintaining identical electrical performance and mechanical compatibility. Current inventory: 979 units.

Both variants are Active products from NVE Corp/Isolation Products with REACH Unaffected status. Selection between IL 260 and IL 260E is determined solely by compliance requirements, not by functional or performance differences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are IL 260 and IL 260E electrically interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both parts have identical electrical specifications including isolation voltage (2500Vrms), channel count (5), data rate (110Mbps), CMTI (30kV/µs), supply voltage range (3V ~ 5.5V), and timing parameters. They are direct functional equivalents.

Q: Can IL 260E replace IL 260 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The IL 260E is a direct substitute for IL 260. No circuit modifications, PCB layout changes, or firmware updates are required. The 16-SOIC package dimensions and pinout are identical.

Q: What is the difference between IL 260 and IL 260E?

A: The primary difference is RoHS compliance status. IL 260 is RoHS non-compliant, while IL 260E is ROHS3 compliant. All electrical performance, mechanical specifications, and functional characteristics are identical.

Q: Which variant should I specify for a new product design?

A: Specify IL 260E for new designs unless legacy system compatibility with non-compliant components is explicitly required. IL 260E meets current environmental regulations while providing identical performance.

Q: Are there any thermal or reliability differences between these parts?

A: No. Both variants operate across the same temperature range (-40°C ~ 85°C) and use identical GMR technology. Reliability and thermal characteristics are equivalent.

Q: Can I mix IL 260 and IL 260E in the same production batch?

A: Yes, from a functional standpoint. However, design documentation and compliance certifications should clearly specify which variant is used, as RoHS status differs between parts.

Q: What is the package compatibility?

A: Both IL 260 and IL 260E use the 16-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width) surface mount package. PCB footprints and assembly processes are identical.

Q: Are both parts still in active production?

A: Yes. Both IL 260 and IL 260E are classified as Active products with current inventory available (725 and 979 units respectively).