VO615A-2X009T Isolators

Optoisolators are electrical devices that use light to isolate one electrical circuit from another, preventing the circuits from interacting through electrical spikes or ground loops. The VO615A-2X009T is a transistor photovoltaic output optoisolator, made up of a light source, such as an infrared LED, and a sensor. The device isolates an input voltage from an output voltage by the use of a photo detector.

The basic function of the VO615A-2X009T optoisolator is for a voltage signal, applied to the input, to be “read” by the LED and then converted by the detector into the same type of signal and applied to the output. This transfer of the voltage signal from the input to the output isolates the two circuits, meaning that the input and output have different grounds and are considerably isolated.

This type of optoisolator can be used in all kinds of linear and switching applications. In linear applications, the device can be used as an amplifier, a comparator or a digital-analog converter. Switching applications, on the other hand, are more common, and the optoisolator is used to control a transistor load. It can also be used to sense current, either in series or in parallel with the power source.

The VO615A-2X009T can also be used in numerous industrial applications, such as for circuit protection in high-noise environments, electric vehicle charging systems, actuators, or for powering small DC motors. It can control any electrical current and can handle up to 60V DC. It is a very reliable and durable device, making it suitable for use in harsh industrial environments.

The VO615A-2X009T is constructed from two separate components: the LED and the photo detector. The LED is a low-current, high-efficiency device that emits light when it receives a voltage signal, while the photo detector is used to detect the emitted light.

When a voltage signal is applied to the input side of the optoisolator, the LED will emit light, which is then received by the photo detector. The photo detector then converts the received light energy into electrical energy, which is applied to the output side of the optoisolator. This electrical signal will be the same voltage as the input signal, but significantly reduced in current and noise levels.

The VO615A-2X009T optoisolator is a versatile device with a wide array of uses. Its low-current and high-efficiency LED makes it suitable for industrial applications while its reliable and durable design ensure that it can be used in harsh environments where there is a high risk of electrical noise. Its ability to control any electrical current and to handle up to 60V DC makes it ideal for numerous applications, ranging from circuit protection to electric vehicle charging systems.