BG2A-NF Datasheet, PDF (1/4 Pages) Powerex Power Semiconductors – BG2A – Universal Gate Drive Prototype Board

BG2A – Universal Gate Drive Prototype Board
*Refer to ordering information
for included components.
Description: BG2A is a fully isolated two channel gate drive circuit designed for use with dual IGBT modules. The
BG2A utilizes Powerex VLA500-01 or VLA502-01 hybrid gate drivers to provide efficient switching of modules rated
up to 1400A. The hybrid gate drivers also provide protection against unexpected short circuit conditions using
desaturation detection. The VLA500-01 and VLA502-01 hybrid gate drivers have an integrated DC-to-DC converter
with 2500VRMS isolation to provide isolated gate drive power. Control signals are isolated using high speed opto-
couplers with 15kV/µs common mode noise immunity. The BG2A provides an isolated fault feedback signal if a
short circuit condition is detected.
Features:
• Up to 12A Peak Output Current
• 2500VRMS isolation for control power and signals
• Standard AMP MTA .100” Connectors
• Operates from a single 15VDC supply
• Wide output voltage swing +15V/-8V
• Compact Size 4” x 2.1” (101mm x 53mm)
Applications:
BG2A is designed for use with all Powerex NF, A, S
and NFH series IGBT modules.
 ^{Use VLA500-01 hybrid gate drivers for}
Powerex NF, A and S-Series IGBT modules
 Use VLA502-01 hybrid gate drivers for
Powerex NFH Series IGBT modules
 Use VLA500K-01R hybrid gate drivers for
Series modules
Ordering Information: BG2A-NF is a kit that includes a bare PCB with two VLA500-01drivers
(For use with NF, A and S-Series IGBT modules)
BG2A-NFH is a kit that includes a bare PCB with two VLA502-01 gate drivers
(For use with NFH-Series IGBT modules)
BG2A-K is a kit that includes a bare PCB with two VLA500K-01R gate drivers
(For use with 1700V IGBT modules)
Publication Date: 09-12-2014
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