STMicroelectronics has created an integrated three-phase half-bridge driver IC with performance optimized for low-voltage industrial applications up to 75V, delivering a space-efficient and power-saving solution to control three-phase brushless motors in e-bikes, power tools, pumps, fans, light machinery, gaming consoles, and other equipment. The STDRIVE101 embeds three half-bridge drivers for external N-Channel MOSFETs, each able to sink […]
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Galvanically isolated gate drivers for IGBTs, SiC and Si MOSFETs
Infineon Technologies AG has launched the EiceDRIVER X3 Enhanced analog (1ED34xx) and digital (1ED38xx) gate driver ICs. These devices provide a typical output current of 3, 6, and 9 A, precise short-circuit detection, a Miller clamp, and soft turn-off. In addition, 1ED34xx offers an adjustable desaturation filter time and soft turn-off current with external resistors. […]
Eval board helps evaluate 100-V high-speed, GaN half-bridges
GaN Systems announced a new 100V High-Speed, Half-Bridge Evaluation Board (GS-EVB-HB-61008P-ON) in collaboration with ON Semiconductor (OnSemi), a world-leading supplier of power semiconductor ICs. Available now through distribution partners, this high-performance solution is developed for existing and new PCB designs and allows power electronics designers to easily evaluate GaN for growing 48V market applications, including non-isolated step-down converters, non-isolated […]
Three-phase IGBT, MOSFET gate drivers carry 1.2 kV ratings
Infineon Technologies AG broadens its level-shift EiceDRIVER portfolio with a 1200 V three-phase gate driver. It is based on the company’s unique silicon-on-insulator (SOI) technology. The device provides leading negative VS transient immunity, superior latch-up immunity, fast over-current protection, and the monolithic integration of real bootstrap diodes. These unique features reduce BOM and enable a […]
Eval kits speed GaN power device uses in industrial motors, energy storage systems, inverters
GaN Systems announced the availability of four new integrated power module evaluation kits: 100V Driver GaN DC/DC Power Stage Module, 650V 150A Half-Bridge IPM, 650V 150A Full-Bridge Module, and Driver, and 650V 300A 3-Phase Module and Driver. These modules are designed to be easy to use and evaluate performance in high power applications such as traction […]
High-voltage gate driver with 6-kV galvanic isolation comes in compact package
STMicroelectronics’ STGAP2HS is a compact, high-voltage gate driver for applications that require up to 6kV galvanic isolation between the gate-driving channel and the low-voltage control and interface circuitry. The 1200V device can sink and source up to 4A output current to simplify the design and enhance the reliability of mid- and high-power converters, power supplies, and inverters […]
Motor-control MCUs include AI-based failure detection, predictive maintenance
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the extension of its microcontroller (MCU) portfolio designed for motor control applications targeting smart homes, industrial automation, and building automation. Featuring a rich set of peripheral functions and AI-based failure detection, the four new RA6T1 Group MCUs are the latest members of Renesas’ rapidly expanding Arm-based RA Family, and the first […]
Plug-and-play boards control 3-phase BDCMs powered from Li-ion batteries
STMicroelectronics has introduced two new plug-and-play boards for controlling 3-phase brushless motors powered by up to 56V Li-ion batteries. Based on ST’s highly integrated STSPIN32 motor-control Systems-in-Package, the STEVAL-PTOOL1V1 and STEVAL-PTOOL2V1 evaluation boards fulfill key requirements of power tools including small dimensions and low standby current. Firmware is supplied for six-step motor commutation using Hall-effect rotor-position sensing, which […]
Rad-hard motor controller IC incorporates position sensing for satellites
The need to reduce size, weight, and power on satellites and other space systems continue to challenge the aerospace market. Combining more than 20 commonly used functions into a single chip, Microchip Technology Inc. announced the LX7720 radiation-hardened mixed-signal motor controller, the latest addition to its Space System Manager (SSM) product family. As the industry’s first highly […]
ISO 26262-compliant motor drivers target EV systems
Allegro MicroSystems introduced the industry’s largest portfolio of 80V motor drivers for advanced 48V automotive systems. Allegro’s 48V products effectively address the critical need for flexible and reliable solutions in electric vehicles. Drawing on decades of experience, Allegro’s new suite of fully integrated gate drivers offer optimized architecture and performance directly impacting vehicle weight, battery/fuel […]