Wolfspeed, a leading manufacturer of advanced semiconductor solutions, has introduced the KIT-CRD-3DD12P evaluation board. This board is designed to facilitate the evaluation and testing of their 1,200V silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs and Schottky diodes. The board offers flexibility in terms of configuration and can be easily set up as a buck or boost converter for testing different power conversion applications. Additionally, it supports both synchronous and asynchronous modes of operation, providing versatility in evaluating the performance of SiC devices under different operating conditions.
One of the key advantages of the KIT-CRD-3DD12P evaluation board is its ease of use. Users can start testing within minutes of unpackaging the kit, thanks to its intuitive design and clear documentation. This enables efficient evaluation and accelerates the development process for engineers working with SiC technology. Furthermore, the board incorporates comprehensive protection mechanisms to safeguard against overcurrent, overvoltage, and overtemperature conditions, ensuring the safety and reliability of the evaluation process.
In conclusion, Wolfspeed's KIT-CRD-3DD12P evaluation board is a valuable tool for engineers and researchers interested in assessing the performance of 1,200V SiC MOSFETs and Schottky diodes. With its versatility, ease of use, and comprehensive protection features, this board offers a reliable platform for efficient evaluation and development of SiC-based power electronics applications.
DC input/output voltage: 800 V (max.)
Power (max.): 2.5 kW at 100 kHz (limited by the onboard inductor, higher levels are possible with an alternate inductor)
Compatible with TO-247-4 and TO-247-3 SiC MOSFETs
Compatible with TO-247 and TO-220 SiC Schottky diodes
Dedicated gate drivers and isolated power supplies for each SiC MOSFET
Optimized locations for scope probe measurements of drain current (VGS, VDS, and IS)
Synchronous and asynchronous buck and boost topologies supported
Designed to enable measurement of:
Timing: TDelay-On, TDelay-Off, TRise, and TFall
Overshoot: VDS-Max and ID-Max
Speed: di/dt and dv/dt
Switching loss: EON, EOFF, and ERR
Efficiency during operation: up to 2.5 kW
Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
Motor control and drives
Switched-mode power supplies (SMPS)
Solar and energy storage systems
Electric vehicle charging
High-voltage DC/DC converters
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