EL_EL357N-G Phototransistor Photocoupler

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EL_EL357N-G Phototransistor Photocoupler

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Part Number
EL_EL357N-G
Manufacturer
EVERLIGHT
Package
4-pin SOP SMD, 2.0 mm profile
Category
LED
Product Type
SMD LED

Quick Sourcing Note

EL_EL357N-G from EVERLIGHT is a phototransistor photocoupler in the LED category, supplied in a 4-pin SOP SMD package with a 2.0 mm profile. The device structure uses an infrared emitting diode optically coupled to a phototransistor detector, with anode, cathode, emitter, and collector pin functions. Key electrical parameters include 50-600% current transfer ratio at IF=5 mA and VCE=5 V, 3750 Vrms isolation voltage for 1 minute, 80 V collector-emitter voltage rating, and -55 to +110 °C operating temperature. Assembly and packing data include 260 °C soldering and reflow peak temperatures, 3 reflow times, tube packing, and tape-and-reel options.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberEL_EL357N-G
ManufacturerEVERLIGHT
Product TypeSMD LED
CategoryLED
Package / Case4-pin SOP SMD, 2.0 mm profile
Device StructureInfrared emitting diode optically coupled to phototransistor detector; EL357N-G series description
Pin 1 FunctionAnode; pin configuration
Pin 2 FunctionCathode; pin configuration
Pin 3 FunctionEmitter; pin configuration
Pin 4 FunctionCollector; pin configuration
Current Transfer Ratio50-600 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V
Isolation Voltage3750 Vrms; AC for 1 minute, RH=40-60%, pins 1 and 2 shorted, pins 3 and 4 shorted
Input Forward Current50 mA max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Peak Forward Current1 A max; 1 us pulse, absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Input Reverse Voltage6 V max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Input Power Dissipation70 mW max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Input Power Derating Factor2.9 mW/°C; about Ta=100°C
Output Power Dissipation150 mW max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Output Power Derating Factor3.7 mW/°C; above Ta=70°C
Collector Current50 mA max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Collector-Emitter Voltage80 V max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Emitter-Collector Voltage7 V max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Total Power Dissipation200 mW max; absolute maximum rating, Ta=25°C
Operating Temperature-55 to +110 °C; absolute maximum rating
Storage Temperature-55 to +125 °C; absolute maximum rating
Soldering Temperature260 °C max; for 10 seconds
Forward Voltage1.2 V typ, 1.4 V max; IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Reverse Current10 µA max; VR=4 V, Ta=25°C
Input Capacitance30 pF typ, 250 pF max; V=0 V, f=1 kHz, Ta=25°C
Collector-Emitter Dark Current100 nA max; VCE=20 V, IF=0 mA, Ta=25°C
Collector-Emitter Breakdown Voltage80 V min; IC=0.1 mA, Ta=25°C
Emitter-Collector Breakdown Voltage7 V min; IE=0.01 mA, Ta=25°C
Current Transfer Ratio EL357N50-600 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, Ta=25°C
Current Transfer Ratio EL357NA80-160 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, Ta=25°C
Current Transfer Ratio EL357NB130-260 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, Ta=25°C
Current Transfer Ratio EL357NC200-400 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, Ta=25°C
Current Transfer Ratio EL357ND300-600 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, Ta=25°C
Current Transfer Ratio EL357NE100-200 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, Ta=25°C
Current Transfer Ratio EL357NF150-300 %; IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, Ta=25°C
Collector-Emitter Saturation Voltage0.1 V typ, 0.2 V max; IF=20 mA, IC=1 mA, Ta=25°C
Isolation Resistance5×10^10 Ω min; VIO=500 Vdc, RH=40-60%, Ta=25°C
Floating Capacitance0.6 pF typ, 1.0 pF max; VIO=0 V, f=1 MHz, Ta=25°C
Rise Time3 µs typ, 18 µs max; VCE=2 V, IC=2 mA, RL=100 Ω, Ta=25°C
Fall Time4 µs typ, 18 µs max; VCE=2 V, IC=2 mA, RL=100 Ω, Ta=25°C
Standard Tube Packing Quantity100 units per tube; standard SMD option or standard SMD option + VDE
Tape and Reel Packing Quantity3000 units per reel; TA, TB, TA-V, or TB-V tape and reel options
Tape Dimension A4.4 ±0.1 mm; tape and reel packing specification
Tape Dimension B7.4 ±0.1 mm; tape and reel packing specification
Tape Dimension W16.0 ±0.2 mm; tape and reel packing specification
Reflow Peak Temperature260 °C; maximum body case temperature profile, IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D reference
Reflow Times3 times; maximum body case temperature profile
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

EL_EL357N-G is an EVERLIGHT phototransistor photocoupler in the LED category. Its internal structure consists of an infrared emitting diode optically coupled to a phototransistor detector. The pin configuration assigns pin 1 as anode, pin 2 as cathode, pin 3 as emitter, and pin 4 as collector.

The device is housed in a 4-pin SOP SMD package with a 2.0 mm profile. Electrical limits include 50 mA maximum input forward current, 1 A maximum peak forward current for a 1 µs pulse, 6 V maximum input reverse voltage, 80 V maximum collector-emitter voltage, and 7 V maximum emitter-collector voltage. The operating temperature range is -55 to +110 °C, with storage from -55 to +125 °C.

Performance characteristics include 50-600% current transfer ratio at IF=5 mA and VCE=5 V, 1.2 V typical forward voltage at IF=20 mA, 100 nA maximum collector-emitter dark current, 0.1 V typical collector-emitter saturation voltage, and 3 µs typical rise time. Isolation characteristics include 3750 Vrms isolation voltage, 5×10^10 Ω minimum isolation resistance, and 0.6 pF typical floating capacitance.

Key Features

  • Infrared LED optically coupled to phototransistor detector
  • 4-pin SOP SMD package with 2.0 mm profile
  • 50-600% current transfer ratio at IF=5 mA
  • 3750 Vrms isolation voltage for one minute
  • 80 V collector-emitter voltage maximum rating
  • 50 mA maximum input forward current rating
  • 1.2 V typical forward voltage at IF=20 mA
  • 100 nA maximum collector-emitter dark current
  • 3 µs typical rise time under specified load
  • 260 °C reflow peak temperature, three times

Typical Applications

  • Isolated signal coupling
  • Phototransistor output interfaces
  • SMD isolation circuits
  • Low-power control inputs
  • Collector-output switching stages
  • Temperature-rated electronic assemblies
  • Tape-and-reel production builds

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for EL_EL357N-G, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For LED and optoelectronic sourcing, brightness bin, wavelength or color temperature bin, forward voltage range, viewing angle, moisture sensitivity level and soldering process limits may affect final selection, availability and lead time.

FAQ

What type of device is EL_EL357N-G?

EL_EL357N-G is a phototransistor photocoupler from EVERLIGHT. The extracted datasheet facts describe an infrared emitting diode optically coupled to a phototransistor detector in a 4-pin SOP SMD package.

What isolation voltage is specified for EL_EL357N-G?

The isolation voltage is specified as 3750 Vrms for AC testing during 1 minute, with RH=40-60%, pins 1 and 2 shorted, and pins 3 and 4 shorted.

What current transfer ratio range applies to EL357N?

For EL357N, the current transfer ratio is listed as 50-600% at IF=5 mA, VCE=5 V, and Ta=25°C. Additional EL357N grade ranges are also specified for A through F variants.

What are the pin functions of the EL_EL357N-G package?

The pin configuration assigns pin 1 to anode, pin 2 to cathode, pin 3 to emitter, and pin 4 to collector, matching the infrared diode input and phototransistor output structure.

What assembly temperature limits are listed?

The extracted facts list a 260 °C maximum soldering temperature for 10 seconds. The reflow peak temperature is also 260 °C, with a maximum body case temperature profile allowing 3 reflow times.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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