Fairchild FOD3150 High Noise Immunity Optocoupler with 1.0A Output Current and Gate Drive Features
Summary
The FOD3150 is a high-performance optocoupler designed for isolated gate driving of IGBT/MOSFET power systems. Featuring exceptional noise immunity (20kV/µs) and a 1.0A output current, it is ideal for fast-switching industrial inverters, uninterruptible power supplies, and motor control applications up to the 800V class. This manual provides complete technical specifications, including detailed safety ratings, absolute maximum limits, electrical characteristics, and assembly profiles required for reliable integration into demanding industrial equipment.
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October 2011
FOD3150 High Noise Immunity, 1.0A Output Current, Gate Drive Optocoupler Features Description High noise immunity characterized by 20k V/µs The FOD3150 is a 1.0A Output Current Gate Drive minimum common mode rejection Optocoupler, capable of driving most 800V/20A
Use of P-channel MOSFETs at output stage enables IGBT/MOSFET. It is ideally suited for fast switching output voltage swing close to the supply rail driving of power IGBT and MOSFETs used in motor Wide supply voltage range from 15V to 30V control inverter applications, and high performance power system.
Fast switching speed – 500ns max. propagation delay It utilizes Fairchild’s patented coplanar packaging
– 300ns max. pulse width distortion technology, Optoplanar , and optimized IC design to Under Voltage Lock Out (UVLO) with hysteresis achieve high noise immunity, characterized by high Extended industrial temperate range, -40°C to 100°C common mode rejection.
temperature range
It consists of a gallium aluminum arsenide (Al Ga As) light
Safety and regulatory approvals emitting diode optically coupled to an integrated circuit – UL1577, 5000 V for 1 min. with a high-speed driver for push-pull MOSFET output
– IEC60747-5-2 stage.
>8.0mm clearance and creepage distance (option ‘T’)
Applications
Related Resources
Industrial inverter
FOD3120, 2.5A Output Current, Gate Drive
Uninterruptible power supply
Optocoupler Datasheet
Induction heating
www.fairchildsemi.com/products/opto/
Isolated IGBT/Power MOSFET gate drive
Functional Block Diagram Package Outlines
NC VCC
ANODE VO2
CATHODE VO1
NC VEE
Note: A 0.1µF bypass capacitor must be connected between pins 5 and 8.
©2008 Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation www.fairchildsemi.com FOD3150 Rev. 1.0.4
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Manual Details
| Brand | Fairchild |
|---|---|
| Pages | 19 |
| File Size | 708.57 KB |
| Published | July 06, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary electrical characteristic of the FOD3150 optocoupler?
It features high noise immunity, which is characterized by 20kV/µs.
What kind of power devices can this component drive?
It is capable of driving most 800V/20A IGBT/MOSFET and performs well in motor output voltage swing control applications.
Is there a required external component for circuit stability?
Yes, a 0.1µF bypass capacitor must be connected between pins 5 (EE) and pin 8 (CC).
What is the recommended operating temperature range?
The extended industrial temperate range of operation is -40°C to +100°C.