ISO7831DW - 100Mbps 3-Ch Reinforced Digital Isolator | TI
MPN: ISO7831DW β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4.25 | $4.25 |
| 10 | $3.82 | $38.20 |
| 100 | $3.4 | $340.00 |
| 500 | $3.06 | $1,530.00 |
| 1,000 | $2.72 | $2,720.00 |
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ISO7831DW Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Channels | 3 (2 forward / 1 reverse) |
| Signaling Rate | Up to 100 Mbps |
| Isolation Rating | 5700 VRMS (DigiKey listing) |
| Peak Isolation Voltage | 8000 VPK |
| VIOWM Working Voltage | 2000 Vrms |
| Creepage | 14.5 mm |
| CMTI | 70 kV/us |
| Supply Voltage Range (VCC1/VCC2) | 2.25 V to 5.5 V |
| Propagation Delay | 11 ns (typical) |
| Pulse-Width Distortion | 1 ns (typical) |
| Isolation Technology | Capacitive (TI) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C |
| Package | 16-SOIC (DW, 0.295 in / 7.50 mm width) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Certifications | UL 1577, IEC 60747-17 (VDE), CSA |
| Enable Pin | Yes (output tri-state control) |
ISO7831DW Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VCC1 β Side-1 supply, 2.25 V to 5.5 V |
| Pin 2 | GND1 β Side-1 ground |
| Pin 3 | A1 β Side-1 input, channel 1 (forward) |
| Pin 4 | A2 β Side-1 input, channel 2 (forward) |
| Pin 5 | NC β No connect (see datasheet) |
| Pin 6 | B1 β Side-1 output, reverse channel |
| Pin 7 | EN1 β Side-1 output enable (tri-state control) |
| Pin 8 | NC β No connect (see datasheet) |
| Pin 9 | NC β No connect (see datasheet) |
| Pin 10 | EN2 β Side-2 output enable (tri-state control) |
| Pin 11 | C1 β Side-2 input, reverse channel |
| Pin 12 | NC β No connect (see datasheet) |
| Pin 13 | B2 β Side-2 output, channel 2 (forward) |
| Pin 14 | B3 β Side-2 output, channel 1 (forward) |
| Pin 15 | GND2 β Side-2 ground |
| Pin 16 | VCC2 β Side-2 supply, 2.25 V to 5.5 V |
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
ISO7831DW is suitable for 6 applications: Motor Drive Gate Control, Isolated SPI/UART Industrial Communication, Solar and Industrial Power Inverters, Medical Equipment Patient Isolation, Battery Management Systems, PLC and Factory Automation I/O.
Motor Drive Gate Control
The ISO7831's 70 kV/us CMTI withstands the extreme dv/dt transients generated by IGBT and SiC MOSFET switching in three-phase inverters, preventing false output toggling that lower-CMTI isolators suffer. Its 100 Mbps rate and 11 ns propagation delay with 1 ns distortion preserve PWM timing accuracy for high-frequency motor control loops. Placed between the MCU/gate-driver domains, it provides reinforced 2000 Vrms isolation with 14.5 mm creepage, meeting safety requirements between control electronics and the high-voltage DC bus.
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Isolated SPI/UART Industrial Communication
With signaling up to 100 Mbps, the ISO7831 handles high-speed SPI links to isolated ADCs and sensors, while remaining backward-compatible with UART and GPIO rates. The independent 2.25 V to 5.5 V supplies on each side enable direct level translation between 3.3 V controllers and 5 V field-side logic. The 2/1 channel configuration supports SPI clock/data forward with MISO return, and 11 ns delay keeps total round-trip latency negligible for closed-loop industrial fieldbus nodes.
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Solar and Industrial Power Inverters
In grid-tied solar inverters, the ISO7831 provides the reinforced isolation barrier between the low-voltage DSP controller and the power-stage gate signals, backed by UL 1577, IEC 60747-17 (VDE), and CSA certifications required by end-equipment safety standards. The 8000 VPK surge rating withstands grid transients, while 2000 Vrms VIOWM covers continuous working voltage across the 400 V or 800 V DC bus. Low EMI from capacitive isolation simplifies EMC compliance in these dense power systems.
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Medical Equipment Patient Isolation
The ISO7831's reinforced isolation class, 14.5 mm creepage, and 8000 VPK rating support patient-safety isolation between measurement front ends and processing electronics in diagnostic and monitoring equipment. Its capacitive isolator technology produces lower radiated EMI than optocoupler solutions, easing medical EMC design. The 100 Mbps capability carries high-sample-rate digitized physiological data across the barrier, while -40C to +125C operation supports autoclavable and thermally stressed enclosures.
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Battery Management Systems
In high-voltage battery packs for industrial and automotive systems, the ISO7831 isolates the pack-side BMS communication (SPI or GPIO status lines) from the vehicle or controller chassis ground. The 2000 Vrms VIOWM and 14.5 mm creepage cover 400 V and 800 V pack working voltages, and 70 kV/us CMTI tolerates contactor-switching transients. Dual-supply operation from 2.25 V lets the pack side run at low battery-domain voltages while the host side uses standard 3.3 V or 5 V logic.
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PLC and Factory Automation I/O
Programmable logic controller I/O modules require galvanic isolation between the field wiring and the backplane; the ISO7831's three channels (2/1) cover typical digital input/output signal groups with one reverse-channel status line. Certification to UL 1577 and IEC 60747-17 simplifies module-level safety approval, while 100 Mbps headroom supports high-speed counter and encoder interfaces. Its wide -40C to +125C temperature range meets harsh cabinet environments common in factory automation.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | ISO7830DW | ISO7832DW | ISO7842DW | ISO7731DW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | SOIC-16 (DW, wide body) | SOIC-16 (DW) - same | SOIC-16 (DW) - same | SOIC-16 (DW) - same | SOIC-16 (DW) - same |
| Brand | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Channel Configuration | 3-ch, 2/1 | 3-ch, 3/0 | 3-ch, 1/2 | 4-ch, 2/2 | 3-ch, 2/1 |
| Signaling Rate | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps |
| Reinforced Isolation | Yes (2000 Vrms VIOWM) | Yes (2000 Vrms VIOWM) | Yes (2000 Vrms VIOWM) | Yes (1500 Vrms VIOWM) | No (basic) |
| Creepage | 14.5 mm | 14.5 mm | 14.5 mm | 14.5 mm | 8 mm (narrow DW) |
| CMTI | 70 kV/us | 70 kV/us | 70 kV/us | 100 kV/us | 100 kV/us |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.25 V to 5.5 V | 2.25 V to 5.5 V | 2.25 V to 5.5 V | 2.25 V to 5.5 V | 2.25 V to 5.5 V |
| Default Output State | High (default high output) | High | High | High (ISO7842) | High |
Key Differentiators
- Reinforced 2000 Vrms VIOWM with 14.5 mm creepage (vs ISO7731DW)
- Reverse channel included in 2/1 configuration (vs ISO7830DW)
- 8000 VPK surge rating at 100 Mbps (vs ISO7842DW)
Design Notes
Place 0.1 uF ceramic decoupling capacitors within 2 mm of both VCC1 and VCC2 pins, each with a low-impedance return to its own GND1/GND2 reference. Keep the isolation gap under the package free of any copper or traces on all PCB layers to preserve the 14.5 mm creepage path. Route signals on side 1 and side 2 in physically separated regions to avoid capacitive coupling across the barrier.
The ISO7831's fixed 11 ns propagation delay and 1 ns pulse-width distortion must be included in PWM dead-time and SPI timing budget calculations. At 100 Mbps, series-terminate side-2 outputs (22-33 ohm) to control ringing into capacitive gate-driver loads. The default-high output state defines the safe fail condition during power loss - verify your power stage is safe with outputs held high when supply is absent.
Both supply domains accept 2.25 V to 5.5 V, but current consumption rises with signaling rate; budget supply current at 100 Mbps rather than quiescent values when sizing the isolated DC-DC (e.g., a B0505S or fly-buck). Ensure each supply is locally regulated and never let VCC float - floating VCC forces undefined outputs despite the default-high specification.
Compliance Information
Safety certifications per TI datasheet: UL 1577, IEC 60747-17 (VDE), CSA. RoHS and lead-free per TI product page; REACH and halogen-free status not stated in provided data.
