Pulse Electronics Unveils Automotive-Grade Flyback Gate Drive Transformer for IGBT Switching Applications
Pulse Electronics Unveils Automotive-Grade Flyback Gate Drive Transformer for IGBT Switching
BonChip Electronics, a leading distributor of Pulse Electronics products, is excited to announce the availability of the PM2277. This innovative automotive-grade flyback gate drive transformer empowers engineers to optimize IGBT switching performance in a wide range of automotive applications.
Designed for Demanding Automotive Environments
The PM2277 is purpose-built to meet the rigorous requirements of the automotive industry:
- Robust Construction: The extended creepage distance EP9 platform offers a high 2.5 kV AC withstand voltage, ensuring reliable operation in harsh electrical environments.
- Compact Design: Despite its robust build, the PM2277 maintains a compact size (10.2 x 10.5 x 12.5 mm) in a surface-mount (SMD) package, ideal for space-constrained automotive electronics designs.
- Tailored Performance: The PM2277 is specifically designed to work seamlessly with the Broadcom ACFJ-3540T IGBT driver, featuring an input voltage range of 8-18V and a 20V/1.5W output.
- High Reliability: The PM2277 has successfully undergone rigorous 10G vibration testing, guaranteeing exceptional reliability in applications involving motors and other high-vibration environments.
- Stringent Standards Compliance: The PM2277 surpasses industry standards for safety and performance, meeting the requirements of a 6.2 mm creepage distance and adhering to the IEC60664 standard for basic insulation.
Building on Proven Success
“The PM2277 builds upon the immense success of our existing industrial-grade flyback gate drive transformer,” said Gerard Healy, Product Marketing Manager for Power PBU at Pulse Electronics. “This pre-existing solution has garnered significant market interest due to its versatility and adaptability across diverse applications.”
Key Features of the Industrial-Grade Version:
- Customized EP9 Bobbin: Designed for optimal performance in motor drive environments, boasting a 6.2 mm creepage distance and basic insulation for isolated IGBT inverter circuits.
- AEC-Q200 and 10G Vibration Qualification: Ensures exceptional reliability and durability, making it a trusted solution for even the most demanding automotive applications.
Cost-Effective High-Performance Solution
The PM2277 utilizes a fully automated winding process, ensuring consistent quality and high reliability. This, combined with its competitive pricing, makes it an ideal choice for various automotive applications demanding both performance and value.
Ideal Applications
- Automotive inverter circuits
- Motor drive applications
- IGBT switching circuits (specifically designed for Broadcom ACFJ-3540T)
Contact BonChip Electronics today to learn more about the PM2277 and how it can elevate the performance of your next automotive IGBT switching design.
