Description
Pulse Electronics PE-68668 | 10Base-T Ethernet Isolation Transformer
Product Specifications: PE-68668 Isolation Module
Manufacturer: Pulse Electronics
Component Type: 10Base-T Single Port Isolation Transformer
Configuration: 1:1 Transmit (TX) / 1:1 Receive (RX)
Turns Ratio: 1:1 (±5%)
Isolation Voltage: 1500 Vrms (Minimum)
Insertion Loss: -1.0 dB (Max @ 1MHz – 10MHz)
Return Loss: -15 dB (Min @ 5MHz – 10MHz)
Crosstalk Attenuation: -30 dB (Min @ 1MHz – 10MHz)
Common Mode Rejection: -30 dB (Min @ 1MHz – 10MHz)
Package Type: 16-Pin DIP (Through-Hole)
Footprint: Standard 0.300" (7.62 mm) Row Spacing
Operating Temperature Range: to
Key Features & Applications
IEEE 802.3 Compliant: Specifically designed to meet the electrical requirements of 10Base-T Ethernet standards for signal isolation and noise reduction.
Integrated Magnetics: Includes both transmit and receive channels in a single compact 16-pin package, reducing component count on the PCB.
High-Voltage Protection: Provides 1.5kV isolation between the network cable and the sensitive physical layer (PHY) or controller IC.
Signal Integrity: Optimized for low insertion loss and high common-mode rejection to ensure reliable data transmission in electrically noisy environments.
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Common Applications:
Legacy Networking Equipment (Hubs, Switches, Routers).
Industrial Ethernet Interfaces.
Embedded Microcontroller Communication Modules.
Network Interface Cards (NICs).

