Fairchild Semiconductor AN9006 IGBT Application Note For Camera Strobe

AN9006 is an IGBT application note that introduces the application of IGBT in camera strobe control system

Brand: Fairchild
Category: Other Electronics
Document type: Application Note
Language: English
Pages: 12
File format: PDF
File size: 145 KB
Published: 12 July, 2012
Updated: 30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum: 331FFD24332E50F42FA9A120D3E46EC3
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About this manual

The document provides a summary of the Camera Strobe System, comparing SCR and IGBT control methods. It details the system's block diagram and circuit configuration, highlighting the advantages of IGBTs such as fast response time and high battery efficiency. The note explains the control power block, which uses a boost-up circuit to drive the IGBT gate from a 3V or 6V battery source.

What's inside

Camera Strobe System Summary
Strobe System Control Methods
Control Power Block Configuration
Fairchild Strobe IGBT Demo System
Strobe System Function Waveforms
System Block Explanation
Design of the Boosting Transformer
H/V Detection Block
Strobe Light Duration Control Block
IGBT Package Dimensions

Specifications

IGBT Gate Drive Voltage	Up to 150A (@ logic level)
Boost-up Circuit Frequency	100-150 Khz
DC/DC Converter Frequency	100 Khz
KA555 Reset Voltage Range	0.4 to 1.0 V
KA555 Source/Sink Capability	200 mA
Logic Level IGBT Minimum Output Current	100 mA
Xenon-lamp Luminescence Duration (Min)	11ps
Xenon-lamp Luminescence Duration (Max)	22ms

Frequently asked questions

What is the switching frequency of the boost-up circuit using a DC/DC Converter?

The switching frequency is 50 Khz.

Which IC is used for the H/V Detection Block?

The component KA7745 is used for voltage detection.

What is the formula for the Xenon-lamp's luminescence duration in mono-stable mode?

The duration T is calculated as 1.1 * Rt * Ct.

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