Low-side intelligent power switches are automotive-qualified

25 January 2006 Power Electronics / Power Management

International Rectifier has introduced the IPS10xx family of low-side intelligent power switches (IPS). The devices are qualified to Q100, making them highly suitable for harsh automotive environments and any other applications that benefit from additional ruggedness and reliability.

The new IPS line includes the IPS1011R, a 13 mΩ device in a D-Pak that enables circuit designers to pack more current-handling capability into existing board layouts. In addition, the IPS devices include protection and a logic-level input and diagnostic information pin to monitor or detect faults during operation.

Intelligent power switches are used in many automotive electrical systems. In addition, the industrial market has found use for these devices in applications where the integrated protection and gate driver provides space and component savings, for example traffic signs and vending machines.

The new low-side family features all the standard protection features generally found in protected switches, namely over-current, over-temperature, ESD protection and active clamp. Protection features are required in order to help protect the electronic control unit (ECU) and the application circuit from damage if a short circuit or an overload condition occurs. IPS products can also be used as replacements for mechanical relays.

Further reading:

Next-gen power meter
Electrocomp Express Power Electronics / Power Management
The VT-PWR-LV is a next-gen Vista Touch power meter from Trumeter for single, split, and three-phase systems.

Read more...

---

Advanced PMIC for high-performance AI applications
ASIC Design Services Power Electronics / Power Management
Microchip Technology has announced the MCP16701, a Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) designed to meet the needs of high-performance MPU and FPGA designers.

Read more...

---

New SiC power MOSFET
Future Electronics Power Electronics / Power Management
STMicroelectronics’ SCT012H90G3AG is a robust, automotive-grade SiC MOSFET, engineered for demanding power electronics, featuring a 900?V drain-source voltage and exceptionally low on-resistance of 12?mO at 60?A.

Read more...

---

Fundamental motor control design challenges and solutions
Power Electronics / Power Management
Mouser Electronics has announced a new eBook in collaboration with Qorvo, featuring industry experts providing key insights into methods, power efficiency and integration solutions available for motor control applications.

Read more...

---

Power management IC for battery products
Power Electronics / Power Management
The nPM1304 PMIC complements Nordic’s nPM1300 PMIC with a highly integrated, ultra-low power solution and precision fuel gauging for small size battery applications.

Read more...

---

Powering Innovation eBook: Changing what’s possible
Power Electronics / Power Management
This exclusive read, entitled ‘Changing what’s Possible,’ delves into how power dense Vicor modules enable many world-changing innovations across various sectors.

Read more...

---

16-channel multicell battery monitor
Altron Arrow Power Electronics / Power Management
The ADBMS6830B is a multicell battery stack monitor that measures up to 16 series-connected battery cells with a lifetime total measurement error of less than 2 mV.

Read more...

---

Reliable redundancy with the Mibbo M3DN Series
Conical Technologies Power Electronics / Power Management
Designed for use with two parallel-connected power supplies, the M3DN Series allows for true redundancy, making it ideal for mission-critical applications.

Read more...

---

Automotive power-over-coax inductor
RS South Africa Power Electronics / Power Management
TDK has launched the ADL8030VA, a high-performance inductor designed specifically for power-over-coaxial applications.

Read more...

---

Rugged PSU for challenging conditions
Conical Technologies Power Electronics / Power Management
Built for rugged reliability, the Mibbo MFC Series delivers stable, efficient power in environments where moisture, dust, and temperature extremes are everyday challenges.

Read more...

---