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[FAQ] What are the differences between Ground-Level Translators and Digital Isolators?

FAQ: Logic and Voltage Translation > Ground-Level Translators >> Current FAQ

Ground-Level Translators Digital Isolators
GNDA to GNDB Difference 80V 3kVrms
Galvanic Barrier No Yes
GNDA to GNDB Leakage 
(VCC to GND Shorted)
70nA <1nA
Size (4-Channel) 4mm² 29.4mm²
Propagation Delay (3.3V) 5.8ns 18.5ns
Ch-Ch Skew (3.3V) 0.35ns 4.7ns
Data Rate >250Mbps 100Mbps
Level Shifting Capability 1.71V to 5.5V 1.71V to 1.89V and 2.25V to 5.5V
Operating Temperature -40ºC to 125°C -40°C to 125°C
CMTI 1kV/μs 100kV/μs
Certifications (UL, VDE, Surge) No Yes
EMC (EFT, RI, IEC-ESD) No Yes

More information on Ground-Level Translators can be found here (link)