Intelligent power module (IPM) drive photocouplers (optocouplers) are optically coupled isolators containing a gallium aluminum arsenide (GaAlAs) LED on the input side and a photodiode and signal processing circuit on the output side in a single chip. These couplers are designed for high common mode transient immunity (CMTI) and low pulse width distortion with operating temperature, making them ideal for driving IPMs.

RV1S9X61A/62A Photocoupler for IPM Drive Overview

Renesas RV1S9x61A and RV1S9x62A Intelligent Power Module (IPM) drive photocouplers solve market demands for improved accuracy, energy savings and equipment downsizing. They are isolation devices with optimum characteristics for driving high-speed power devices. Key features make it possible to reduce the dead time of inverters.