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ADUM1251

Hot Swappable, Dual I2C Isolators

The ADUM1251 is a hot swappable, dual i2c isolators from Analog Devices. View the full ADUM1251 datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.

ADUM1251 shares its datasheet with ADUM1250, whose page lists every part number it covers.

Official ADUM1251 datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.

Manufacturer

Analog Devices

Package

SOIC-8

ADUM1251 Key Specifications

ParameterValue
Channel TypeBidirectional
Common Mode Transient Immunity (Min)25kV/µs
Data Rate1Mbps
Inputs - Side 1/Side 22/2
Isolated PowerNo
Mounting TypeSurface Mount
Number of Channels2
Operating Temperature-40°C ~ 105°C
Package / Case8-SOIC (0.154\", 3.90mm Width)
Pulse Width Distortion (Max)145ns, 85ns
Supplier Device Package8-SOIC
Diode TechnologyMagnetic Coupling
TypeI2C
Voltage - Isolation2500Vrms
Supply Voltage3V ~ 5.5V

ADUM1251 Overview

Part: ADuM1250ARZ — Analog Devices

Type: Hot Swappable, Dual I2C Digital Isolator

Description: 3.0 V to 5.5 V dual-channel bidirectional I2C digital isolator operating up to 1000 kHz with 30 mA current sink capability and 2500 V rms isolation rating.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage: 3.0 V to 5.5 V (VDD1, VDD2)
  • Operating temperature: -40°C to +105°C (A Grade)
  • Maximum frequency: 1000 kHz
  • Static output loading: 0.5 mA to 3 mA (Side 1), 0.5 mA to 30 mA (Side 2)

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

  • Max supply voltage: -0.5 V to +7.0 V (VDD1 to GND1, VDD2 to GND2)
  • Max continuous current: ±18 mA (Side 1 average output current per pin), ±100 mA (Side 2 average output current per pin)
  • Max junction/storage temperature: -55°C to +150°C (Storage Temperature)

Key Specs:

  • Supply current, Side 1 (ADuM1250, 5 V): 2.8 mA typ, 5.0 mA max (VDD1 = 5 V)
  • Supply current, Side 2 (ADuM1250, 5 V): 2.7 mA typ, 5.0 mA max (VDD2 = 5 V)
  • Side 1 logic input threshold: 500 mV min, 700 mV max
  • Side 1 logic low output voltage: 600 mV min, 900 mV max (ISDA1 = ISCL1 = 3.0 mA)
  • Side 2 logic low output voltage: 400 mV max (ISDA2 = ISCL2 = 30 mA)
  • Side 2 logic input voltage high: 0.7 VDD2 min; low: 0.3 VDD2 max
  • Input/output leakage currents: 0.01 μA typ, 10 μA max (all I/O lines at VDD)
  • Common-mode transient immunity: 25 kV/μs min, 35 kV/μs typ

Features:

  • Bidirectional I2C communication
  • Open-drain interfaces
  • Suitable for hot swap applications
  • 30 mA current sink capability
  • 1000 kHz operation
  • 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply/logic levels
  • Qualified for automotive applications
  • Safety approvals including UL 1577 (2500 V rms for 1 minute) and DIN EN IEC 60747-17

Applications:

  • Isolated I2C, SMBus, or PMBus interfaces
  • Multilevel I2C interfaces
  • Power supplies
  • Networking
  • Power over Ethernet
  • Hybrid electric vehicle battery management

Package:

  • 8-lead SOIC (narrow body [SOIC_N], R-8)

ADUM1251 Features

  • Bidirectional I 2 C communication
  • Open-drain interfaces
  • Suitable for hot swap applications
  • 30 mA current sink capability
  • 1000 kHz operation
  • 3.0 V to 5.5 V supply/logic levels
  • 8-lead, RoHS compliant SOIC package
  • High temperature operation: 125°C
  • Qualified for automotive applications
  • Safety and regulatory approvals
  • DIN EN IEC 60747-17 (VDE 0884-17) ► VIORM = 560 V peak ► UL 1577 ► VISO = 2500 V rms for 1 minute ► IEC/EN/CSA 62368-1
  • IEC/CSA 61010-1
  • CQC GB4943.1

ADUM1251 Applications

  • Isolated I 2 C, SMBus, or PMBus interfaces
  • Multilevel I 2 C interfaces
  • Power supplies
  • Networking
  • Power over Ethernet
  • Hybrid electric vehicle battery management

ADUM1251 Pin Configuration

Figure 4. ADuM1250/ADuM1251 Pin Configuration

Table 8. ADuM1250 Pin Function Descriptions

Pin No.MnemonicDescription
1V DD1Supply Voltage, 3.0 V to 5.5 V.
2SDA 1Data Input/Output, Side 1.
3SCL 1Clock Input/Output, Side 1.
4GND 1Ground 1. Ground reference for Isolator Side 1.
5GND 2Ground 2. Isolated ground reference for Isolator Side 2.
6SCL 2Clock Input/Output, Side 2.
7SDA 2Data Input/Output, Side 2.
8V DD2Supply Voltage, 3.0 V to 5.5 V.

ADUM1251 Electrical Characteristics

All voltages are relative to their respective ground. All minimum and maximum specifications apply over the entire recommended operating range, unless otherwise noted. All typical specifications are at T A = 25°C, V DD1 = 3.3 V or 5 V, and V DD2 = 3.3 V or 5 V, unless otherwise noted.

Table 1. Electrical Characteristics

ParameterSymbolMinTypMaxUnitTest Conditions/Comments
ADuM1250
Input Supply Current, Side 1, 5 VI DD12.85.0mAV DD1 = 5 V
Input Supply Current, Side 2, 5 VI DD22.75.0mAV DD2 = 5 V
Input Supply Current, Side 1, 3.3 VI DD11.93.0mAV DD1 = 3.3 V
Input Supply Current, Side 2, 3.3 VI DD21.73.0mAV DD2 = 3.3 V
ADuM1251
Input Supply Current, Side 1, 5 VI DD12.86.0mAV DD1 = 5 V
Input Supply Current, Side 2, 5 VI DD22.54.7mAV DD2 = 5 V
Input Supply Current, Side 1, 3.3 VI DD11.83.0mAV DD1 = 3.3 V
Input Supply Current, Side 2, 3.3 VI DD21.62.8mAV DD2 = 3.3 V
LEAKAGE CURRENTSI SDA1 , I SDA2 , I SCL1 , I SCL20.0110μAV SDA1 = V DD1 , V SDA2 = V DD2 , V SCL1 = V DD1 , V SCL2 = V DD2
SIDE 1 LOGIC LEVELS
Logic Input Threshold 1V SDA1T , V SCL1T500700mV
Logic Low Output VoltagesV SDA1OL , V SCL1OL600900mVI SDA1 = I SCL1 = 3.0 mA
Difference 2ΔV , ΔV600850mVI SDA1 = I SCL1 = 0.5 mA
Input/Output Logic Low LevelSDA1 SCL150mV
SIDE 2 LOGIC LEVELS
Logic Low Input VoltageV SDA2IL , V SCL2IL0.3 V DD2V
Logic High Input VoltageV SDA2IH , V SCL2IH0.7 V DD2V
Logic Low Output VoltageV SDA2OL , V SCL2OL400mVI SDA2 = I SCL2 = 30 mA
INPUT CAPACITANCEC IN4.0pFPin capacitance

ADUM1251 Absolute Maximum Ratings

Ambient temperature = 25°C, unless otherwise noted.

Table 5.

ParameterRating
Ambient Operating Temperature (T A )
A Grade-40°C to +105°C
S, WGrades-40°C to +125°C
Supply Voltages 1
V DD13.0 V to 5.5 V
V DD23.0 V to 5.5 V
Input/Output Signal Voltage
V SDA1 , V SCL10 V to V DD1
V SDA2 , V SCL20 V to V DD2
Capacitive Load
Side 1 (C L1 )40 pF
Side 2 (C L2 )400 pF
Static Output Loading
Side 1 (I SDA1 , I SCL1 )0.5 mA to 3 mA
Side 2 (I SDA2 , I SCL2 )0.5 mA to 30 mA

1 All voltages are relative to their respective ground. See the Magnetic Field Immunity section for information about immunity to external magnetic fields.

ADUM1251 Thermal Information

Thermal performance is directly linked to PCB design and operating environment. Careful attention to the PCB thermal design is required.

Thermal resistance and characterization parameter values specified in Table 7 are defined and calculated based on the JEDEC JESD51 standards. For more details on their definition and usage, see JEDEC JESD51-12 and the Thermal Analysis section.

ADUM1251 Typical Application

Figure 9 shows a typical application circuit including the pull-up resistors required for both Side 1 and Side 2 buses. Bypass capacitors with values from 0.01 μF to 0.1 μF are required between V DD1 and GND1 and between V DD2 and GND 2 . The 200 Ω resistor shown in Figure 9 is required for latch-up immunity when hot plugging if the ambient temperature is between 105°C and 125°C, and must be placed on the side being hot plugged. Use 200 Ω for 5 V V DD1 and 91 Ω for 3.3 V V DD1 .

Figure 9. Typical Isolated I 2 C Interface Using the ADuM1250

Figure 9 shows a typical application circuit including the pull-up resistors required for both Side 1 and Side 2 buses. Bypass capacitors with values from 0.01 μF to 0.1 μF are required between V DD1 and GND1 and between V DD2 and GND 2 . The 200 Ω resistor shown in Figure 9 is required for latch-up immunity when hot plugging if the ambient temperature is between 105°C and 125°C, and must be placed on the side being hot plugged. Use 200 Ω for 5 V V DD1 and 91 Ω for 3.3 V V DD1 .

Variants on the same datasheet

These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.

Part NumberManufacturerPackage
ADUM1250Analog DevicesSOIC-8
ADUM1250ARZAnalog Devices8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
ADUM1250ARZ-RL7Analog DevicesSOIC-8
ADUM1250SRZAnalog DevicesSOIC-8
ADUM1250SRZ-RL7Analog DevicesSOIC-8
ADUM1250WAnalog DevicesSOIC-8
ADUM1250WSRZAnalog DevicesSOIC-8
ADUM1250WSRZ-RL7Analog DevicesSOIC-8

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