STMicroelectronics AN1944 TD350 IGBT Driver Application Note

AN1944 application note introduces TD350 advanced IGBT driver features and characteristics, including minimum 1.2A sink / 0.75A source peak output current, adjustable blanking time and fault status signal desaturation protection, active Miller clamp function, optional 2-step turn-off sequence and input stage compatible with both optocouplers and pulse transformers.


STMicroelectronics AN1944 TD350 IGBT Driver Application Note - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
Industrial Robot
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
21
File format
PDF
File size
682 KB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
TD350
MD5 checksum
178DC7C3DF8BBD121BEB83B73FE2C4D2

About this manual

The TD350 is an advanced Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) driver with integrated control and protection functions, specifically adapted for driving 1200V IGBTs with current ratings from 15 to 75A in Ecopak-like modules. Key features include desaturation protection, an active Miller clamp function to reduce induced turn-on risks, and an optional 2-step turn-off sequence to protect against over-voltage.

What's inside

  • TD350 application example
  • Input stage
  • Output stage
  • Active Miller clamp
  • 2-Level turn-off
  • Desaturation protection feature
  • Application schematics

Specifications

IGBT Voltage Rating1200V
IGBT Current Rating15 to 75A
Operating Temperature Range-20°C to 125°C
Minimum Sink Current1.2A
Minimum Source Current0.75A

Frequently asked questions

What applications is the TD350 driver suitable for?

Applications include a three-phase full-bridge inverter used for motor speed control and UPS systems.

Can the TD350 be used with optocouplers?

Yes, the input stage is compatible with both optocouplers and pulse transformers.

What is the function of the Active Miller clamp?

It reduces the risk of induced turn-on in high dV/dt conditions without the need for negative gate drive in most cases.

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