6N137

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  "title": "6N137",
  "brief": "onsemi high-speed logic-gate optocoupler, DIP-8. 10 Mbit/s, open-collector output with enable. Datasheet-verified.",
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    "package": "PDIP-8",
    "pin_count": 7,
    "category": "Optocoupler",
    "subcategory": "High-speed logic optocoupler",
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        "number": "1",
        "name": "NC",
        "type": "unconnected",
        "description": "No internal connection. Leave floating or tie to ground per PCB layout preference."
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        "number": "2",
        "name": "ANODE",
        "type": "input",
        "description": "Anode of the input AlGaAs LED. Typical forward current IF = 5 mA (max 15 mA), VF ~1.4-1.75 V. Drive with a current-limiting resistor from the logic source."
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        "description": "Cathode of the input AlGaAs LED. Return path for the LED forward current; typically driven low by the source logic gate through a series resistor."
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      "Data rate": "10 Mbit/s",
      "Input": "LED (anode/cathode)",
      "Output": "open-collector logic (needs pull-up)",
      "Enable": "VE output-enable pin",
      "Isolation": "~3750 Vrms",
      "CTR/coupling": "logic-level (not linear)",
      "Package": "PDIP-8 (pin 4 = NC)"
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