The MCT2XXX series optoisolators consist of a gallium arsenide infrared emitting diode driving a silicon phototransistor in a 6-pin dual in-line package. They are UL recognized and VDE recognized, and are suitable for applications such as power supply regulators, digital logic inputs, and microprocessor inputs.
The MCT2XXxX series optoisolators consist of a gallium‑arsenide infrared emitting diode driving a silicon phototransistor in a 6‑pin dual in‑line package. They are intended for power‑supply regulators, digital logic inputs and microprocessor inputs.
The datasheet provides absolute maximum ratings, electrical characteristics, transfer and isolation specifications, as well as typical performance curves such as CTR versus current, turn‑on/turn‑off times, and isolation voltage for both black and white packages.
| Storage Temperature | -55 °C to +150 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -55 °C to +100 °C |
| Reverse Input Voltage | 3 V |
| Collector‑Emitter Voltage | 30 V |
| Output Collector CTR (MCT2‑M) | 20 % |
| Saturated turn‑on time | 1.0 µs |
The reverse input voltage rating is 3 V.
The device operates from –55 °C up to +100 °C.
Typical saturated turn‑on time is 1.0 µs.