Data Sheet
ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed
15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Description
Features
The ACPL-W70L (single-channel) and ACPL-K73L
(dual-channel) are 15-MBd CMOS optocouplers in SSOIC-6
and SSOIC-8 packages, respectively. The optocouplers use
the latest CMOS IC technology to achieve outstanding
performance with very low power consumption. Basic
building blocks of ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L are
high-speed LEDs and CMOS detector ICs. Each detector
incorporates an integrated photodiode, a high-speed
transimpedance amplifier, and a voltage comparator with an
output driver.
Component Image
ACPL-W70L
6 VDD
Anode 1
Applications
5 Vo
NC* 2
Cathode 3
4 GND
SHIELD
+3.3V and 5V CMOS compatibility
25 ns maximum pulse width distortion
55 ns maximum propagation delay
40 ns maximum propagation delay skew
High speed: 15 MBd minimum
10 kV/µs minimum common-mode rejection
–40°C to +105°C temperature range
Safety and regulatory approvals:
– UL recognized: 5000 Vrms for 1 min. per UL 1577
– CSA component acceptance Notice #5
– IEC/EN/DIN EN 60747-5-5 approval for Reinforced
Insulation
Digital field bus isolation:
– CANBus, RS485, USB
Multiplexed data transmission
Computer peripheral interface
Microprocessor system interface
DC/DC converter
ACPL-K73L
Anode1 1
8 VDD
7 Vo 1
Cathode1 2
Cathode2 3
6 Vo 2
Anode2 4
5 GND
SHIELD
CAUTION! It is advised that normal static precautions be
taken in handling and assembly of this
component to prevent damage and/or
degradation that may be induced by ESD. The
components featured in this data sheet are not
to be used in military or aerospace applications
or environments. The components are not
AEC-Q100 qualified and not recommended for
automotive applications
Truth Table
LED
VO, Output
ON
H
OFF
L
NOTE: A 0.1-µF bypass capacitor must be connected between
pins VDD and GND.
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Ordering Information
ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L are UL Recognized with 5000 Vrms for 1 minute per UL1577.
Part Number
Option
RoHS
Compliant
Package
Surface Mount
ACPL-W70L
-000E
SSO-6
X
-500E
X
-060E
X
-560E
ACPL-K73L
-000E
X
SSO-8
Tape and Reel
X
X
X
-500E
X
-060E
X
-560E
X
X
X
UL 5000 Vrms/
1 Minute Rating
IEC/EN/DIN EN
60747-5-5
Quantity
X
100 per tube
X
1000 per reel
X
X
100 per tube
X
X
1000 per reel
X
80 per tube
X
1000 per reel
X
X
80 per tube
X
X
1000 per reel
To order, choose a part number from the part number column and combine with the desired option from the option column
to form an order entry.
Example:
ACPL-W70L-500E to order product of stretched SO-6 package in Tape and Reel packaging in RoHS compliant.
Option data sheets are available. Contact your Broadcom sales representative or authorized distributor for information.
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Package Dimensions
ACPL-W70L (Stretched SO-6 Package)
*4.580±0.254
(0.180±0.010)
LAND PATTERN RECOMMENDATION
1.27 (0.050) BSG
12.65 (0.498)
6
5
4
RoHS-COMPLIANCE
INDICATOR
0.76 (0.030)
PART NUMBER
NNNNV
YYWW
EEE
For option x6xE
DATE CODE
Lot ID
1.91 (0.075)
1
2
3
0.381±0.127
(0.015±0.005)
7°
+0.127
0
0.268 +0.005
- 0.000
6.807
(
0.45 (0.018)
7°
)
45°
3.180±0.127
(0.125±0.005)
0.20±0.10
(0.008±0.004)
*Total package width (inclusive of mold flash)
4.834 ± 0.254 mm
Dimensions in Millimeters (Inches).
Lead coplanarity = 0.1 mm (0.004 inches).
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1.590±0.127
(0.063±0.005)
0.750±0.250
(0.0295±0.010)
11.50±0.250
(0.453±0.010)
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
ACPL-K73L (Stretched S0-8 Package)
* 5.850±0.254
(0.230±0.010)
8
7
6
LAND PATTERN RECOMMENDATION
5
PART NUMBER
For option x6xE
RoHS-COMPLIANCE
INDICATOR
DATE CODE
NNNNV
YYWW
EEE
Lot ID
6.807±0.127
(0.268±0.005)
1.905 (0.1)
12.650 (0.5)
1
2
3
4
0.450
(0.018)
7°
7°
1.590±0.127
(0.063±0.005)
45°
3.180±0.127
(0.125±0.005)
1.270 (0.050) BSG
0.381±0.13
(0.015±0.005)
* Total package width (inclusive of mold flash)
6.100 ± 0.254 mm
Dimensions in Millimeters (Inches).
Lead coplanarity = 0.1 mm (0.004 inches).
0.254±0.100
(0.010±0.004)
0.750±0.250
(0.0295±0.010)
11.5±0.250
(0.453±0.010)
Solder Reflow Profile
The recommended reflow soldering conditions are per JEDEC Standard J-STD-020 (latest revision). Non-halide flux should
be used.
Regulatory Information
The ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L are approved by the following organizations.
UL
Recognized under UL 1577, component recognition program, File E55361.
CSA
Approval under CSA Component Acceptance Notice #5, File CA 88324.
IEC/EN/DIN EN 60747-5-5
Approved.
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Insulation and Safety Related Specifications
Parameter
Symbol
Value
Units
Minimum External Air Gap
(Clearance)
L(101)
8.0
mm
Measured from input terminals to output terminals, shortest
distance through air.
Minimum External Tracking
(Creepage)
L(102)
8.0
mm
Measured from input terminals to output terminals, shortest
distance path along body.
0.08
mm
Insulation thickness between emitter and detector; also known
as distance through insulation.
>175
V
Minimum Internal Plastic Gap
(Internal Clearance)
Tracking Resistance
(Comparative Tracking Index)
Isolation Group
CTI
IIIa
Conditions
VDE 0303-11/DIN EN 60112 (2010-05).
Material Group (DIN VDE 0110, 1/89, Table 1).
All Broadcom data sheets report the creepage and clearance inherent to the optocoupler component itself. These
dimensions are needed as a starting point for the equipment designer when determining the circuit insulation requirements.
However, once mounted on a printed circuit board, minimum creepage and clearance requirements must be met as specified
for individual equipment standards. For creepage, the shortest distance path along the surface of a printed circuit board
between the solder fillets of the input and output leads must be considered.
There are recommended techniques such as grooves and ribs that can be used on a printed circuit board to achieve desired
creepage and clearances. Creepage and clearance distances also change depending on factors such as pollution degree
and insulation level.
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
IEC/EN/DIN EN 60747-5-5 Insulation Characteristicsa
Descriptiona
Symbol
Option 060
Units
Installation Classification per DIN VDE 0110/1.89, Table 1
for rated mains voltage 150 Vrmsa
I – IV
for rated mains voltage 300 Vrms
I – IV
for rated mains voltage 450 Vrms
I – IV
for rated mains voltage 600 Vrms
I – IV
for rated mains voltage 1000 Vrms
I – III
Climatic Classification
55/105/21
Pollution Degree (DIN VDE 0110/1.89)
Maximum Working Insulation Voltage
2
VIORM
1140
Vpeak
Input to Output Test Voltage, Method bb
VIORM x 1.875 = VPR, 100% Production Test with tm = 1s, Partial Discharge < 5 pC
VPR
2137
Vpeak
Input to Output Test Voltage, Method ab
VIORM x 1.6 = VPR, Type and Sample Test, tm = 10s, Partial Discharge < 5 pC
VPR
1824
Vpeak
VIOTM
8000
Vpeak
TS
175
°C
Input Currentb
IS, INPUT
230
mA
Output Powerb
PS, OUTPUT
600
mW
RIO
>109
Ω
Highest Allowable Overvoltage (Transient Overvoltage tini = 60s)
Safety-limiting Values – Maximum Values Allowed in the Event of a Failure
Case Temperature
Insulation Resistance at TS, VIO = 500V
a. Isolation characteristics are guaranteed only within the safety maximum ratings, which must be ensured by protective circuits in application.
Surface mount classification is class A in accordance with CECCOO802.
b. Refer to the optocoupler section of the Isolation and Control Components Designer’s Catalog, under Product Safety Regulations section
IEC/EN/DIN EN 60747-5-5, for a detailed description of Method a and Method b partial discharge test profiles.
NOTE:
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These optocouplers are suitable for safe electrical isolation only within the safety limit data. Maintenance of the
safety data must be ensured by means of protective circuits. The surface mount classification is Class A in
accordance with CECC 00802.
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Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Symbol
Min.
Max.
Units
Storage Temperature
TS
–55
+125
°C
Ambient Operating Temperature
TA
–40
+105
°C
Supply Voltage
VDD
0
6
V
Output Voltage
VO
–0.5
VDD + 0.5
V
Average Forward Input Current
IF
—
10
mA
Average Output Current
Io
—
10
mA
Lead Solder Temperature
260°C for 10 seconds, 1.6 mm below seating plane
Solder Reflow Temperature Profile
See Solder Reflow Profile.
Recommended Operating Conditions
Parameter
Ambient Operating Temperature
Supply Voltages
Input Current (ON)
Supply Voltage Slew Ratea
Symbol
Min.
Max.
Units
TA
–40
+105
°C
VDD
4.5
5.5
V
3.0
3.6
V
IF
4
8
mA
SR
0.5
500
V/ms
a. Slew rate of supply voltage ramping is recommended to ensure no glitch more than 1V to appear at the output pin.
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Electrical Specifications
Over recommended temperature (TA = –40°C to +105°C), 3.0V ≤ VDD ≤ 3.6V and 4.5V ≤ VDD ≤ 5.5V.
All typical specifications are at TA = +25°C, VDD = +3.3V.
Parameter
Part
Number
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Units
VF
1.2
1.5
1.85
V
IF = 6 mA
Input Reverse Breakdown
Voltage
BVR
5.0
—
—
V
IR = 10 µA
Logic High Output Voltage
VOH
VDD – 1
VDD – 0.3
—
V
IF = 6 mA, IO = –4 mA,
VDD = 3.3V
VDD – 1
VDD – 0.2
—
V
IF = 6 mA, IO = –4 mA,
VDD = 5V
—
0.2
0.8
V
IF = 0 mA, IO = 4 mA,
VDD = 3.3V
—
0.2
0.8
V
IF = 0 mA, IO = 4 mA, VDD = 5V
Input Forward Voltage
Logic Low Output Voltage
Symbol
VOL
Input Threshold Current
ITH
Logic Low Output Supply Current
IDDL
Logic Low Output Supply Current
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IDDH
Test Conditions
—
1
3
mA
IOL = 20 µA
ACPL-W70L
—
4.1
6.5
mA
IF = 0 mA
ACPL-K73L
—
8.2
13
mA
IF = 0 mA
ACPL-W70L
—
3.8
6
mA
IF = 6 mA
ACPL-K73L
—
7.6
12
mA
IF = 6 mA
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Switching Specifications
Over recommended temperature (TA = –40°C to +105°C), 3.0V ≤ VDD ≤ 3.6V and 4.5V ≤ VDD ≤ 5.5V.
All typical specifications are at TA = +25°C, VDD = +3.3V.
Parameter
Propagation Delay Time to Logic Low Output
Symbol
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Units
tPHL
—
23
55
ns
a
Test Conditions
IF = 6 mA, CL= 15 pF
CMOS Signal Levels
Propagation Delay Time to Logic High Output
tPLH
a
—
27
55
ns
IF = 6 mA, CL= 15 pF
CMOS Signal Levels
tPW
66.7
—
—
ns
—
|PWD|
0
4
25
ns
IF = 6 mA, CL = 15 pF
Pulse Width
Pulse Width Distortion
b
CMOS Signal Levels
tPSK
—
—
40
ns
IF = 6 mA, CL = 15 pF
Output Rise Time (10% to 90%)
tR
—
3.5
—
ns
IF = 6 mA, CL = 15 pF
Output Fall Time (90% to 10%)
tF
—
3.5
—
ns
IF = 0 mA, CL = 15 pF
Common-Mode Transient Immunity at Logic High
Outputd
|CMH|
10
15
—
kV/µs VCM = 1000V, TA = 25°C,
IF = 6 mA
Common-Mode Transient Immunity at Logic Low
Outpute
|CML|
10
15
—
kV/µs VCM = 1000V, TA = 25°C,
IF = 0 mA
Propagation Delay Skewc
CMOS Signal Levels
CMOS Signal Levels
CMOS Signal Levels
a. tPHL propagation delay is measured from the 50% level on the rising edge of the input pulse to the 50% level on the falling edge of the VO
signal.
tPLH propagation delay is measured from the 50% level on the falling edge of the input pulse to the 50% level on the rising edge of the VO
signal.
b. PWD is defined as |tPHL – tPLH|.
c. tPSK is equal to the magnitude of the worst-case difference in tPHL and/or tPLH that is seen between units at any given temperature within the
recommended operating conditions.
d. CMH is the maximum tolerable rate of rise of the common-mode voltage to assure that the output remains in a high logic state.
e. CML is the maximum tolerable rate of fall of the common-mode voltage to assure that the output remains in a low logic state.
Package Characteristics
All typical at TA = 25°C.
Parameter
Symbol
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Units
II-O
—
—
1.0
µA
45% RH, t = 5s, VI-O = 3 kV dc.
TA = 25°C
Input-Output Momentary Withstand Voltage
VISO
5000
—
—
Vrms
RH ≤ 50%, t = 1 min., TA = 25°C
Input-Output Resistance
R I-O
—
10 12
—
Ω
V I-O = 500V dc
Input-Output Capacitance
C I-O
—
0.6
—
pF
f = 1 MHz, TA = 25°C
Input-Output Insulation
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Test Conditions
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Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Figure 1: Typical Input Diode Forward Characteristic
Figure 2: Typical Input Threshold Current vs. Temperature
10
1.600
Ith - INPUT THRESHOLD CURRENT-mA
TA=25°C
1
VF
0.1
0.01
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
VF - FORWARD VOLTAGE-V
0.800
10
6
4
VDD=5V
VDD=3.3V
2
0
-40
0.200
-20
0
20
40
60
T A -TEMPERATURE- oC
80
100
-20
0
20
40
60
T A-TEMPERATURE- oC
80
100
120
6
4
VDD=5V
VDD=3.3V
2
0
-40
-20
0
20
40
60
T A-TEMPERATURE- oC
80
100
Figure 6: Typical Switching Speed vs. Pulse Input Current at
3.3V Supply Voltage
35
t PLH CH2
t PHL CH1
25
20
t PHL CH2
10
5 VDD=5V
TA=25°C
0
5
4
Broadcom
-40
8
35
15
5V
3.3V
0.400
10
8
30
I OL =20uA
0.600
12
Figure 5: Typical Switching Speed vs. Pulse Input Current at
5V Supply Voltage
tp – PROPAGATION DELAY; PWD-Pulse Width
h
Distortion – ns
1.000
Figure 4: Typical Logic Low Output Supply Current vs.
Temperature for Dual Channel (ACPL-K73L)
IDDL -LOGIC LOW OUTPUT SUPPLY CURRENT-mA
I DDH -LOGIC HIGH OUTPUT SUPPLY CURRENT-mA
12
1.200
0.000
1.6
Figure 3: Typical Logic High Output Supply Current vs.
Temperature for Dual Channel (ACPL-K73L)
1.400
t PLH CH1
|PWD| CH1
|PWD| CH2
6
7
8
IF – PULSE INPUT CURRENT – mA
9
10
tp – PROPAGATION DELAY; PWD-Pulse
Width Distortion – ns
IF - FORWARD CURRENT-mA
IF
t PLH CH2
30
t PHL CH1
25
20
15
t PLH CH1
t PHLCH2
10
5 VDD=5V
TA=25°C
0
5
4
|PWD| CH1
|PWD| CH2
6
7
8
IF – PULSE INPUT CURRENT – mA
9
10
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
expressed in percent by dividing the PWD (in ns) by the
minimum pulse width (in ns) being transmitted. Typically,
PWD on the order of 20% to 30% of the minimum pulse
width is tolerable; the exact figure depends on the particular
application (RS232, RS422, T-1, and so on).
Figure 7: Typical VF vs. Temperature
1.8
V F FORWARD VOLTAGE-V
1.7
1.6
1.5
1.4
1.3
1.2
1.1
1
-40
-20
0
20
40
60
T A-TEMPERATURE- o C
80
100
Bypassing and PC Board Layout
The ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L optocouplers are
extremely easy to use. ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L
provide CMOS logic output due to the high-speed CMOS IC
technology used.
The external components required for proper operation are
the input limiting resistor and the output bypass capacitor.
Capacitor of 0.01 µF to 0.1 µF should be placed as close as
possible to the power supply and ground pins of the
optocoupler.
Propagation Delay, Pulse-Width
Distortion, and Propagation Delay
Skew
Propagation delay is a figure of merit that describes how
quickly a logic signal propagates through a system. The
propagation delay from low to high (tPLH) is the amount of
time required for an input signal to propagate to the output,
causing the output to change from low to high.
Similarly, the propagation delay from high to low (tPHL) is the
amount of time required for the input signal to propagate to
the output, causing the output to change from high to low
(see Figure 9).
Pulse-width distortion (PWD) results when tPLH and tPHL
differ in value. PWD is defined as the difference between
tPLH and tPHL. This parameter determines the maximum
data rate capability of a transmission system. PWD can be
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Propagation delay skew, tPSK, is an important parameter to
consider in parallel data applications where synchronization
of signals on parallel data lines is a concern. If the parallel
data is being sent through a group of optocouplers,
differences in propagation delays cause the data to arrive at
the outputs of the optocouplers at different times. If this
difference in propagation delays is large enough, it
determines the maximum rate at which parallel data can be
sent through the optocouplers.
Propagation delay skew is defined as the difference
between the minimum and maximum propagation delays,
either tPLH or tPHL, for any given group of optocouplers that
are operating under the same conditions (that is, the same
supply voltage, output load, and operating temperature). As
illustrated in Figure 10, if the inputs of a group of
optocouplers are switched either ON or OFF at the same
time, tPSK is the difference between the shortest
propagation delay, either tPHL or tPHL, and the longest
propagation delay, either tPHL or tPHL. As mentioned earlier,
tPSK can determine the maximum parallel data transmission
rate.
Figure 10 is the timing diagram of a typical parallel
data application with both the clock and the data lines being
sent through optocouplers. The figure shows data and clock
signals at the inputs and outputs of the optocouplers. To
obtain the maximum data transmission rate, both edges of
the clock signal are being used to clock the data; if only one
edge were used, the clock signal would need to be twice as
fast.
Propagation delay skew represents the uncertainty of where
an edge might be after being sent through an optocoupler.
Figure 10 shows that there is uncertainty in both the
data and the clock lines. It is important that these two areas
of uncertainty not overlap; otherwise, the clock signal might
arrive before all of the data outputs have settled, or some of
the data outputs might start to change before the clock
signal has arrived.
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With these considerations, the absolute minimum pulse width that can be sent through optocouplers in a parallel application
is twice tPSK. A cautious design should use a slightly longer pulse width to ensure that any additional uncertainty in the rest
of the circuit does not cause a problem.
The tPSK specified optocouplers offer the advantages of guaranteed specifications for propagation delays, pulse-width
distortion, and propagation delay skew over the recommended temperature and power supply ranges.
Figure 8: Recommended Printed Circuit Board Layout
IF
1
5
3
4
Vo
GND2
ACPL-W70L
1
GND 1
2
GND 1
3
IF2
4
8
C
XXX
YWW
GND1
C
XXX
YWW
2
IF1
V DD
6
VDD
7
VO1
6
VO2
5
GND 2
ACPL-K73L
C=0.01μF to 0.1μF
Figure 9: Propagation Delay Skew Waveform
VI
50%
2.5 V,
CMOS
VO
tPSK
VI
VO
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50%
2.5 V,
CMOS
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Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Figure 10: Parallel Data Transmission Example
Speed Improvement
A peaking capacitor can be placed across the input current
limit resistor (Figure 11) to achieve enhanced speed
performance. The value of the peaking cap is dependent on
the rise and fall time of the input signal and supply voltages
and LED input driving current (IF). Figure 12 shows
significant improvement of propagation delay and pulse
width distortion with added 100-pF peak capacitor at driving
current of 6 mA and 5V power supply.
DATA
INPUTS
CLOCK
DATA
OUTPUTS
Figure 12: Improvement of tp and PWD with Added 100-pF
Peaking Capacitor in Parallel of Input Limiting Resistor
tPSK
CLOCK
35
tPSK
t PLH
30
t PHL
25
Powering Sequence
Figure 11: Connection of Peaking Capacitor (Cpeak) in Parallel
of the Input Limiting Resistor (Rllimit) to Improve Speed
Performance
Vi
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|PWD|
-40
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100
(i) VDD2 = 5V, Cpeak = 100 pF, Rlimit = 530Ω
40
tPHL
35
tPLH
30
25
t PHL
20
15
t PLH
10
5
0
With peaking cap
Without peaking cap
|PWD|
-40
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100
(ii) VDD2 = 3.3V, Cpeak = 100 pF, Rlimit = 250Ω
C peak
VDD2
Rlimit
0.1μF
-
GND1
t PLH
10
0
The ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L are direct current driven
(Figure 8), and thus eliminate the need for input
power supply. To limit the amount of current flowing through
the LED, it is recommended that a 530Ω resistor is
connected in series with anode of LED (that is, Pin 1 for
ACPL-W70L, Pin 1 and P4 for ACPL-K73L) at 5V input
signal. At 3.3V input signal, it is recommended to connect a
250Ω resistor in series with anode of LED. The
recommended limiting resistors is based on the assumption
that the driver output impedance is 50Ω (as shown in
Figure 11).
+
15
5
Input Limiting Resistor
R drv =
50:
t PHL
20
VDD must achieve a minimum level of 3V before powering
up the output connecting component.
With peaking cap
Without peaking cap
SHIELD
VO
GND 2
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Common-Mode Rejection for ACPL-W70L AND ACPL-K73L
Figure 13 shows the recommended driving circuit for
the ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L for optimal commonmode rejection performance. Two LED-current setting
resistors are used instead of one. This is to balance the
common-mode impedance at LED anode and cathode.
Common-mode transients can capacitively couple from the
LED anode (or cathode) to the output-side ground causing
current to be shunted away from the LED (which can be bad
if the LED is on) or conversely cause current to be injected
into the LED (bad if the LED is meant to be off).
Figure 14 shows the parasitic capacitances that exist
between LED anode/cathode and output ground (CLA and
CLC). Also shown in Figure 14 on the input side is an
AC-equivalent circuit.
For conditions where IF is close to the switching threshold
(ITH), CML also depends on the extent that ILP and ILN
balance each other. In other words, any condition where
common-mode transients cause a momentary decrease in
IF (that is, when dVCM/dt>0 and |IFP| > |IFN|, referring to
Table 1) causes common-mode failure for transients
that are fast enough.
Table 1 indicates the directions of ILP and ILN flow
depending on the direction of the common-mode transient.
For transients occurring when the LED is on, common-mode
rejection (CML, since the output is in the low state) depends
upon the amount of LED current drive (IF).
By using the recommended circuit in Figure 13, good
CMR can be achieved. The resistors recommended in
Figure 13 include both the output impedance of the
logic driver circuit and the external limiting resistor. The
balanced ILED-setting resistors help equalize the commonmode voltage change at anode and cathode to reduce the
amount by which ILED is modulated from transient coupling
through CLA and CLC.
Likewise, for common-mode transients that occur when the
LED is off (that is, CMH, since the output is high), if an
imbalance between ILP and ILN results in a transient IF equal
to or greater than the switching threshold of the optocoupler,
the transient signal can cause the output to spike below 2V
(which constitutes a CMH failure).
Figure 13: Recommended Drive Circuit for ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L for High-CMR
1/2R total
Rtotal =300Ω for VDD=3.3V
= 580Ω for VDD=5V
V DD2
V DD1
VO
0.1μF
1/2R total
74LS04 OR ANY TOTEMPOLE OUTPUT LOGIC GATE
SHIELD
GND 2
GND 1
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ACPL-W70L-000E and ACPL-K73L-000E Data Sheet
Single-Channel and Dual-Channel High-Speed 15-MBd CMOS Optocoupler
Figure 14: AC Equivalent of ACPL-W70L and ACPL-K73L
½ R total
V DD2
ILP
C LA
½ R total
VO
0.1μF
15pF
ILN
C LC
SHIELD
GND 2
Table 1: Effects of Common-Mode Pulse Direction on Transient ILED
If dVCM/dt Is:
Then ILP Flows:
And ILN Flows:
If |ILP| < |ILN|,
LED IF Current Is
Momentarily:
If |ILP| > |ILN|,
LED IF Current Is
Momentarily:
Positive (>0)
Away from LED
anode through CLA
Away from LED
cathode through CLC
Increased
Decreased
Negative (