PC4N360NSZX

Optoisolators - Transistor, Photovoltaic Output are widely used in a variety of applications due to their efficacy in providing electrical isolation between input and output stages of equipment. The PC4N360NSZX is a non-latching type optocoupler that features photovoltaic outputs and a transistor driver section. This device is a bidirectional device, meaning it can be used for both input as well as output applications.

The PC4N360NSZX consists of an input LED coupled to an integrated photovoltaic cell and output transistor on the same monolithic chip. The LED is typically driven with current ranging from 5mA to 30mA through a current limiter resistor. As the LED emits light, with a peak intensity of 850nm, the photovoltaic cell produces an output voltage of 1.2V to 1.6V, depending on the amount of light received. This output is then amplified by the transistor amplifier to produce a digital high low logic signal.

The PC4N360NSZX can be used in numerous applications such as motor speed control, temperature sensors, logic operation, and even for the selection operation of an automated machine. In motor speed control, the PC4N360NSZX can be used to detect rotation speed and provide isolation between the controlling motor and the controller. In this application, the output of the PC4N360NSZX is used to provide a voltage level that can represent the speed of the motor. It can also be used in temperature sensing applications. In such an application, the LED receives a varying current which is directly proportional to the temperature measured, and the output voltage of the PC4N360NSZX is then used to provide a digital representation of the temperature. The PC4N360NSZX can also be used for selection operation of an automated machine, managing the logic of selection to operate the machine accordingly. It is also useful in logic operations, where it provides digital outputs that help in forming complex logic operations such as AND, OR, and XOR gates.

The PC4N360NSZX is also designed with robustness and safety in mind, featuring short-circuit protection for the input terminals and an adjustable drive current limit. The PC4N360NSZX is also available in both surface mount and DIP package styles, making it easy to integrate into a number of designs and applications. With its wide range of features, the PC4N360NSZX is a versatile and reliable optoisolator that can handle a wide range of input and output applications.