Evaluation of IGBT modules and their suitability for ZVS, quasi-ZCS converter topologies

M Pavlovsky, SWH de Haan, JA Ferreira

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    Abstract

    ZVS, quasi-ZCS topologies utilise a specific current waveform which demands specific properties from IGBT power modules. This paper compares the performance of three selected IGBT types under zero-voltage-switching, quasi-zero-current-switching. The main criterion of the evaluation is the generated power loss. The investigated IGBTs are implemented in a 50kW test converter for power loss measurements. The power loss is evaluated for turn-on, on-state and turn-off time intervals and for different load conditions. The investigation identifies strong and weak points of the compared IGBTs and selects a type which is the most suitable for ZVS, quasi-ZCS applications. The paper is concluded by presenting the practical efficiency measurements on the converter prototype with "the best" IGBT implemented.
    Original languageUndefined/Unknown
    Title of host publicationApplied power electronics conference and exposition (APEC) 2006
    Editors s.n.
    Place of PublicationPiscataway
    PublisherIEEE
    Pages165-169
    Number of pages5
    ISBN (Print)0-7803-9547-6
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2006
    EventApplied power electronics conference and exposition (APEC) 2006, Dallas - Piscataway
    Duration: 19 Mar 200623 Mar 2006

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    PublisherIEEE

    Conference

    ConferenceApplied power electronics conference and exposition (APEC) 2006, Dallas
    Period19/03/0623/03/06

    Keywords

    • conference contrib. refereed
    • Conf.proc. > 3 pag

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