Description

The 6N137 is a high-speed optocoupler IC that combines an AlGaAs LED with an integrated high-gain photodetector. It is specifically designed to provide high-speed digital data transmission, capable of operating at speeds up to 10 MBd (Megabaud). This makes it ideal for high-speed logic-to-logic interfacing, where signal integrity and rapid switching are critical.

The device features an internal Faraday shield to provide excellent common-mode transient immunity (CMTI), ensuring reliable operation even in environments with high electrical noise. It is fully TTL/LSTTL compatible and provides a wide operating temperature range, making it a robust choice for industrial data communication and microprocessor system isolation.

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Features

  • High Speed: 10 MBd data rate capability.
  • Noise Immunity: High common-mode transient immunity (CMTI) thanks to the internal Faraday shield.
  • Logic Compatibility: TTL/LSTTL compatible output (Open Collector).
  • Safety: High isolation voltage for robust protection.
  • Reliability: Performance guaranteed over a wide industrial temperature range (-40°C to 100°C).

Benefits

  • Ensures high-speed data transmission without signal degradation.
  • Provides excellent protection against common-mode noise, crucial for industrial automation.
  • Small DIP-8 footprint allows for easy PCB mounting and high-density design.

Applications

  • High-Speed Digital Isolation (RS-232, RS-485)
  • Microprocessor System Interfacing
  • Computer Peripheral Interfaces
  • Industrial Communication Buses
  • Switch-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Feedback Control

Package Includes

  • 1 x 6N137 High-Speed Optocoupler IC (DIP-8)

Specifications

Parameter Specification
Product Name 6N137
Device Type High-Speed 10MBd Logic Gate Optocoupler
Package / Case PDIP-8
Operating Temperature -40°C to 100°C
Input Threshold Current 2.4 mA
Shipping Weight 0.001 kg
Shipping Dimensions 4 × 4 × 1 cm

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