4N38 The Vishay Dale 4N38 is a phototransistor output optocoupler offering 5000Vrms isolation. It features a 6-DIP through-hole package and operates within a -55°C to 100°C temperature range.
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The Vishay Dale 4N38 is a phototransistor output optocoupler offering 5000Vrms isolation. It features a 6-DIP through-hole package and operates within a -55°C to 100°C temperature range.
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4N38 Description

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The Vishay Dale 4N38 is a single-channel optocoupler featuring a gallium arsenide infrared LED and a silicon NPN phototransistor. It provides a high isolation test voltage of 5000 VRMS, making it suitable for applications requiring electrical isolation.

 

This device is designed for interfacing with common logic families and has an input-output coupling capacitance of less than 0.5 pF. The optocoupler operates with a nominal forward current of 60 mA and a minimum current transfer ratio of 20% at 20 mA. Switching times are approximately 10µs for both turn-on and turn-off.

 

The 4N38 is housed in an industry-standard 6-pin dual-in-line package (DIP) with a 0.300" (7.62mm) lead spacing. It is designed for through-hole mounting and operates across a wide temperature range of -55°C to 100°C.

 

Key applications include AC mains detection, reed relay driving, switch mode power supply feedback, telephone ring detection, logic ground isolation, and logic coupling with high-frequency noise rejection.

4N38 Quick Information

Product Type: Optocoupler
Canonical Name: 4N38 Phototransistor Output Optocoupler
Subcategory: Transistor Output Optocouplers

4N38 Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

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4N38 Features

  • 5000 VRMS isolation test voltage.
  • Phototransistor output with base connection.
  • 6-pin DIP through-hole package.
  • Wide -55°C to 100°C operating temperature.
  • Suitable for logic coupling and isolation.

4N38 Applications

  • AC mains detection circuits.
  • Switch mode power supply feedback.
  • Telephone ring detection systems.
  • Logic ground isolation applications.
  • High frequency noise rejection.

4N38 FAQs

6 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.
What is the isolation voltage of the 4N38 optocoupler?

The 4N38 optocoupler has an isolation test voltage of 5000 VRMS.

What is the forward current for the 4N38?

The nominal forward current for the 4N38 is 60 mA.

What is the minimum current transfer ratio (CTR) for the 4N38?

The minimum current transfer ratio for the 4N38 is 20% at 20mA.

What is the operating temperature range of the 4N38?

The 4N38 operates within a temperature range of -55°C to 100°C.

What package type is the 4N38 available in?

The 4N38 is available in a 6-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm) package.

How is the 4N38 mounted?

The 4N38 is designed for through-hole mounting.

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