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Vishay Intertechnology Automotive Grade Optocouplers Deliver High Isolation Voltage Ratings and Distance for EVs and Solar Inverters

$VSHPress releaseMay 20, 2026, 11:00 AM ETRead the release

Vishay Intertechnology introduced two new automotive-grade optocouplers, the VOWA617A and VOWA618A, designed for electric vehicles and solar inverters. The devices feature a comparative tracking index (CTI) of 600, providing a Material Group 1 rating and a safety margin at least 38% higher than typical 8mm solutions.

Key figures

Cti
600
Ctr range
50% to 600%
Viowm rms
1060 V
Viorm peak
1500 V
Viotm peak
8000 V
Lead time weeks
8
Junction temp max
+145 C
Creepage clearance
>= 11 mm
Operating temp range
-40 C to +125 C
Isolation voltage rms
5300 V
Safety margin increase
>= 38%
Collector emitter voltage
80 V

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