Broadcom AC Input 4-Channel Transistor Output Optocoupler, Through Hole, 16-Pin PDIP ACPL-844-000E

Broadcom ACPL-844-000E is a high-performance AC input 4-channel optocoupler with transistor output designed for electrical and electronic industrial use. Featuring a through-hole mount 16-pin PDIP package, it ensures straightforward PCB assembly and connection.

This optocoupler provides excellent isolation with an isolation voltage rating of 5kVrms, making it ideal for protecting circuits in power electronics, factory automation, and communication equipment. With a maximum forward voltage of 1.4V and input currents up to 50mA, it supports robust signal transfer while maintaining energy efficiency.

The device’s fast switching capabilities, characterized by typical rise and fall times of 4μs and 3μs respectively, allow for high-speed data transmission and control applications. Its wide operating temperature range from -30°C to 100°C makes it suitable for deployment in challenging industrial and commercial environments.

The current transfer ratio ranges from 20% to 300%, enabling flexible design options in signal amplification. The ACPL-844-000E meets stringent quality and safety certifications including CSA, EN, IEC, and UL standards, ensuring compliance with global industry requirements.

Each unit is packaged in tubes to facilitate automated manufacturing and assembly processes, boosting production efficiency. This optocoupler series is commonly used in electrical isolation, signal transmission, and noise reduction in numerous sectors such as manufacturing, instrumentation, HVAC systems, and telecommunications.

This optocoupler provides AC input with 4 independent channels for signal isolation. The device features a 16-pin PDIP package ensuring easy integration onto PCBs. It operates with a maximum forward voltage of 1.4V and a maximum input current of 50mA.

Typical rise and fall times are low at 4μs and 3μs respectively for fast switching. Electrical isolation up to 5kVrms helps protect sensitive circuits from high voltages. The current transfer ratio ranges from 20% minimum to 300% maximum for reliable performance.

Operating temperature range spans from -30°C to 100°C for harsh environments. It complies with CSA, EN, IEC, and UL standards ensuring safety and quality. Packaging in tubes allows for easy automatic insertion in production lines.

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