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News Release from: Avago Technologies | Subject: ACPL-M61T
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 14 November 2006
Optocoupler makes the grade for
automotive duties
Avago Technologies has introduced the industry's first automotive-grade 10Mbaud digital interface optocoupler.
Avago Technologies has introduced the industry's first automotive-grade 10Mbaud digital interface optocoupler The company is a leading supplier of innovative semiconductor solutions for advanced communications, industrial and commercial applications
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 8 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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Built to withstand high temperatures of up to +125C, Avago's new ACPL-M61T is the only high speed digital optocoupler available to support the stringent requirements of various networking, communication and system management applications within hybrid electric vehicles.
Wide temperature support of -40 to +125C makes the ACPL-M61T ideal for implementation in CANbus vehicle communication networks, battery management systems, safety and infotainment applications in all automobiles, including hybrid electric vehicles.
Additionally, the product adheres to AECQ100 guidelines, ensuring manufacturers that Avago's optocouplers provide a consistent level of high-quality and reliability.
Due to the high number of electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles, optoisolation products play a key role in the optimal performance of these cars.
"Leveraging our extensive optocoupler expertise, we engineered the ACPL-M61T without compromise to quality and reliability making the product suitable for automotive applications", said Kheng-Jam Lee, Worldwide Marketing Manager of Avago Technologies' Optical Communication Solutions Division.
This is the second product family targeting the emerging trend of hybrid electric vehicles - we will continue the momentum of developing new products for this growing automotive market".
Avago's 10Mbaud ACPL-M61T comes with an enhanced LED (5mA) for lower driving current and lower power consumption.
The high-speed digital optocoupler also comes with enhanced wire bonding processes and an improved lead frame for added reliability and better heat dissipation.
A high common-mode rejection ratio provides a high immunity to transient noises, EMI and ground loops eliminations.
Its compact size also makes it flexible for high-density automotive system design.
The product is available now through Avago's direct sales channel and worldwide distribution partners. Request a free brochure from Avago Technologies ...
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