IL 610A-2 Digital Isolator Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The IL 610A-2 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 rating and single-channel unidirectional configuration. The IL 610A-2 is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts for new designs and ongoing production requirements. The primary substitute maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering improved product status and regulatory compliance.

Substiute Parts

IL 610A-2

NVE Corp/Isolation ProductsIn Stock: 743IL 610A-2 Datasheet

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IL 610A-2E

NVE Corp/Isolation ProductsIn Stock: 1070IL 610A-2E Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the IL 610A-2 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Equivalence Criteria:

• Isolation voltage: 2500Vrms (mandatory match)
• Common Mode Transient Immunity: 15kV/µs (mandatory match)
• Data rate: 10Mbps (mandatory match)
• Supply voltage range: 3V ~ 5.5V (mandatory match)
• Number of channels: 1 (mandatory match)
• Channel configuration: Unidirectional (mandatory match)

Mechanical Equivalence Criteria:

• Package type: 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm) (mandatory match)
• Mounting type: Through Hole (mandatory match)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (mandatory match)

Regulatory and Compliance Criteria:

• Technology: GMR (Giant Magnetoresistive) (mandatory match)
• Series: IsoLoop® (mandatory match)

The IL 610A-2E satisfies all mandatory electrical, mechanical, and regulatory equivalence criteria, establishing it as a direct substitute.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

IL 610A-2E is the direct substitute for IL 610A-2.

The IL 610A-2E maintains complete electrical and mechanical equivalence across all critical isolation, data rate, and package parameters. The substitute part is classified as Active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support compared to the Obsolete status of the IL 610A-2.

The IL 610A-2E achieves ROHS3 compliance, whereas the IL 610A-2 is non-compliant. This compliance improvement aligns with current regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement in regulated industries.

Operating temperature range differs: IL 610A-2 operates from -55°C to 125°C, while IL 610A-2E operates from -40°C to 85°C. Applications requiring operation below -40°C or above 85°C must evaluate this specification difference against system requirements.

Both parts maintain identical Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL 1 - Unlimited) and REACH Unaffected status, eliminating storage and environmental compliance concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can IL 610A-2E directly replace IL 610A-2 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The IL 610A-2E provides complete electrical and mechanical equivalence. Both parts feature identical isolation voltage (2500Vrms), CMTI (15kV/µs), data rate (10Mbps), supply voltage range (3V ~ 5.5V), and 8-DIP package configuration. Pin-to-pin compatibility is established.

Q: What is the primary difference between IL 610A-2 and IL 610A-2E?

A: The IL 610A-2E is the active production equivalent. Key differences include: (1) Product Status: IL 610A-2E is Active versus IL 610A-2 Obsolete; (2) RoHS Compliance: IL 610A-2E is ROHS3 Compliant versus IL 610A-2 non-compliant; (3) Operating Temperature: IL 610A-2E range is -40°C to 85°C versus IL 610A-2 range of -55°C to 125°C; (4) Packaging: IL 610A-2E is supplied in Tube packaging.

Q: Are there operating temperature limitations when substituting IL 610A-2 with IL 610A-2E?

A: Yes. The IL 610A-2E operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C) is narrower than the IL 610A-2 range (-55°C to 125°C). Applications requiring operation below -40°C or above 85°C must confirm compatibility with the substitute part's temperature specifications.

Q: Does the IL 610A-2E packaging change affect board assembly?

A: No. Both parts use identical 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm) through-hole package configuration. The IL 610A-2E is supplied in Tube packaging, which is a distribution format and does not affect component form factor or PCB mounting.

Q: Are isolation voltage and CMTI specifications identical between both parts?

A: Yes. Both IL 610A-2 and IL 610A-2E maintain 2500Vrms isolation voltage and 15kV/µs Common Mode Transient Immunity. These critical isolation parameters are fully equivalent.

Q: What is the data rate specification for both parts?

A: Both IL 610A-2 and IL 610A-2E operate at 10Mbps data rate with identical propagation delay specifications: tpLH maximum 75ns and tpHL maximum 25ns.

Q: Are there any supply voltage differences between the two parts?

A: No. Both parts operate across the identical supply voltage range of 3V to 5.5V.

Q: Does RoHS3 compliance of IL 610A-2E affect electrical performance?

A: No. RoHS3 compliance is a regulatory and material composition requirement. Electrical performance, isolation characteristics, and data rate specifications remain identical between both parts.