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The HCPL-M601-500E is a single-channel high-speed logic optocoupler manufactured by Broadcom, integrating a GaAsP light-emitting diode and a Schottky-clamped open-collector photodetector IC inside a compact 5-SOIC surface-mount packageBroadcom I.... Equipped with an internal shielding structure, this optocoupler delivers reliable galvanic isolation and excellent anti-interference performance. Supporting up to 10 Mbps high-speed signal transmission and full-rated electrical performance from -40°C to 85°C, it serves as a compact isolation solution for eliminating ground loops and isolating digital signals in industrial control, communication and power supply systems.
Category:Isolators,Optocouplers, Optoisolators Logic Output Optoisolators
Data Rate:10MBd
Manufacturer:Broadcom Limited
Propagation Delay tpLH / tpHL (Max):75ns, 75ns
Packaging:Tape & Reel (TR),Cut Tape (CT),Digi-Reel®
Rise / Fall Time (Typ):24ns, 10ns
Part Status:Active
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Typ):1.5V
Number of Channels:1
Current - DC Forward (If) (Max):20mA
Inputs - Side 1/Side 2:1/0
Voltage – Supply:4.5V ~ 5.5V
Voltage – Isolation:3750Vrms
Operating Temperature:-40°C ~ 85°C
Common Mode Transient Immunity (Min):5kV/µs
Mounting Type:Surface Mount
Input Type:DC
Package / Case:6-SOIC (0.173", 4.40mm Width), 5 Leads
Output Type:Open Collector, Schottky Clamped
Supplier Device Package:5-SO
Current - Output / Channel:50 mA
Base Product Number:HCPL-M601
• High Galvanic Isolation: Supports 3750Vrms isolation voltage, fully separating primary and secondary circuits to block high-voltage surge damage to backend logic chips.
• Superior Anti-interference Performance: Built-in internal shielding achieves 5kV/µs minimum common-mode transient immunity, maintaining stable signal output under severe industrial electromagnetic noise.
• High-Speed Signal Transfer: Up to 10Mbps fast digital transmission, satisfying high-real-time logic communication and high-frequency pulse isolation demands.
• Stable Wide-Temp Operation: Guaranteed full electrical specs across -40°C to 85°C, adapting to harsh cold and high-temperature industrial and field equipment environments.
• TTL/LSTTL Logic Compatible: Low input drive current and standard open-collector Schottky output, seamlessly matching mainstream digital logic circuit levels.
• Single-Channel Unidirectional Design: Independent single-channel signal transmission prevents signal crosstalk and reverse signal backflow between isolation sides.
• Miniature SMD Package: Ultra-small 5-SOIC surface-mount housing greatly reduces PCB footprint, fits automated SMT mass production to save board layout space.
• Industrial Digital Signal Isolation: Isolate PLC input/output logic signals to eliminate ground loop interference in factory automation systems.
• High-Speed Serial Communication Interfaces: Isolate simplex/multiplex digital data lines for reliable noise-resistant data transmission.
• Microprocessor & Peripheral Isolation: Provide galvanic isolation between MCU core circuits and external sensor/actuator peripherals.
• A/D & D/A Conversion Isolation: Isolate analog front-end digital control signals to suppress noise distortion of conversion results.
• Switching Power Supply Control Loops: Isolate PWM feedback signals between high-voltage primary side and low-voltage control secondary side.
• Isolated Line Receivers: Replace bulky pulse transformers for noise-resistant signal receiving in harsh electromagnetic field environments.
• Instrument Test Equipment: Isolate pulse and logic signals of measuring instruments to improve measurement stability and accuracy.
The HCPL-M601-500E high-speed logic optocoupler combines high isolation strength, powerful common-mode noise resistance, 10Mbps fast transmission and miniature surface-mount packaging with wide temperature adaptability. It is a compact, cost-effective and reliable digital isolation component, widely adopted for ground loop suppression and high-speed logic signal isolation in industrial automation, power conversion, data communication and precision measurement equipment.
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