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PC817B

Manufacturer: SHAPY, 夏普, LITEON, SHARP, SAHRP, SHAPR, Everlight, HAR, COSMO

High Density Mounting Type Photocoupler

Partnumber Manufacturer Quantity Availability
PC817B SHAPY, 夏普, LITEON, SHARP, SAHRP, SHAPR, Everlight, HAR, COSMO 91406 In Stock

Description and Introduction

High Density Mounting Type Photocoupler The **PC817B** is a widely used optocoupler (or optoisolator) designed to provide electrical isolation between two circuits while allowing signal transmission through light. This component consists of an infrared LED paired with a phototransistor, ensuring reliable signal transfer without direct electrical connection.  

Commonly employed in power supplies, industrial controls, and communication systems, the PC817B helps prevent noise interference, voltage spikes, and ground loop issues. Its compact DIP-4 package makes it suitable for space-constrained applications while maintaining high isolation voltage (typically 5kV).  

Key features include a current transfer ratio (CTR) ranging from 50% to 600%, depending on operating conditions, and a response time suitable for moderate-speed switching applications. The device operates within a broad temperature range, ensuring stability in various environments.  

Engineers favor the PC817B for its cost-effectiveness, durability, and compliance with industry standards. Whether used in feedback circuits, logic isolation, or safety-critical systems, this optocoupler remains a dependable choice for maintaining signal integrity while protecting sensitive electronics from high-voltage disturbances.  

For optimal performance, proper biasing of the LED and appropriate load resistance for the phototransistor are recommended.

Application Scenarios & Design Considerations

High Density Mounting Type Photocoupler

Alternative Part Number

  • EL817B --: Pin-compatible optocoupler with CTR rank B, widely used as a direct PC817 equivalent.
  • LTV-817B --: Standard 4-pin DIP optocoupler with similar CTR binning and isolation ratings, drop-in replacement.
  • TLP781B --: Comparable general-purpose phototransistor optocoupler with matching CTR grade and pinout.
  • SFH618A-3 --: Similar phototransistor optocoupler with comparable CTR range and 5 kV isolation, suitable for the same signal-isolation applications.

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