In modern power transmission systems, there is a constant need for high-power transmission with minimal energy loss. This requirement has led to the development of power electronic devices like Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs). These semiconductor switches can handle high voltages and are widely used in power transmission gearboxes, industrial motors, and other applications.
To control such IGBTs, efficient gate drivers are required that can handle the high-voltage signals and provide accurate and reliable turn-on and turn-off timings. Power Integrations, a leading supplier of gate drivers, has a comprehensive range of IGBT-driver solutions that are tailored to meet specific power transmission requirements.
Power Integrations' gate drivers, like the 1SP0635 and 1SP0350, can provide high-performance integrated gate drivers for IGBTs, which can reduce the gate-drive complexity of the transmission system. These gate drivers can handle high voltage and current levels to enable efficient operation of power transmission gearboxes, wind turbines, and other applications.
The 1SP0635:
The 1SP0635 gate driver is designed for high-frequency operation in hard-switching applications. With a peak output of 6A, it can drive a wide range of IGBTs with switching frequencies up to 100kHz. The design incorporates an innovative high-voltage IC and MOSFET combination that enables fast IGBT turn-on and turn-off times.
The 1SP0350:
The 1SP0350 is a single-channel gate driver that can be used in a wide range of industrial applications, including power transmission gearboxes. It utilises the company's SCALE technology, which enables high-efficiency operation of IGBTs with pulse-width modulation (PWM) signals. The device can deliver a peak output of 3A and is suitable for operation at high-voltage levels up to 1700V.
In addition to its range of high-performance gate drivers, Power Integrations also offers a wide range of isolation components, like transformers and optocouplers, that can provide additional safety and protection to the power transmission system. These components can isolate the IGBT and gate driver circuits from other circuits in the system, reducing the risk of electric shock or other safety hazards.
Overall, Power Integrations' comprehensive range of gate drivers and isolation components can provide efficient, reliable, and safe operation of power transmission gearboxes and other high-power applications. With advanced features like integrated protection circuits, short-circuit protection, and over-temperature protection, these gate drivers can provide optimal performance and durability in harsh operating conditions.
In conclusion, Power Integrations' products can deliver high performance, safety and reliability to modern power transmission systems. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Power Integrations is dedicated to providing gate driver solutions that optimise performance and reduce energy waste.