Data Sheet No. PD 10035 revK

Series PVG612PbF

Microelectronic Power IC

Single Pole, Normally Open, 0-60V, 1.0A AC/ 2.0 A DC

General Description

The PVG612 Series Photovoltaic Relay is a single-

pole, normally open solid-state relay that can replace

electromechanical relays in many applications. It util-

izes International Rectifier’s proprietary HEXFET power

MOSFET as the output switch, driven by an integrated

circuit photovoltaic generator of novel construction. The

output switch is controlled by radiation from a GaAlAs

light emitting diode (LED) which is optically isolated

from the photovoltaic generator.

These units exceed the performance capabilities of

electromechanical relays in operating life, sensitivity,

stability of on-resistance, miniaturization, insensitivity to

magnetic fields and ruggedess. The compact PVG612

is particularly suited for isolated switching of high

currents from 12 to 48 Volt AC or DC power sources.

Series PVG612 Relays are packaged in a 6-pin,

molded DIP package with either thru-hole or surface

mount (gull-wing) terminals. It is available in standard

plastic shipping tubes or on tape-and-reel. Please refer

to Part Identification information opposite.

Features

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Bounce-free operation

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High load current capacity

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High off-state resistance

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Linear AC/DC operation

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4,000 V

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Solid-State reliability

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UL recognized

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ESD Tolerance:

4000V Human Body Model

500V Machine Model

Applications



Programmable Logic Controllers

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Computers and Peripheral Devices



Audio Equipment

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Power Supplies and Power Distribution



Control of Displays and Indicators



Industrial Automation

Part Identification

PVG612PbF

thru-hole

PVG612SPbF

surface-mount

PVG612S-TPbF

surface-mount, tape

and reel

(HEXFET is the registered trademark for International Rectifier Power MOSFETs)

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