Power Integrations’ Compact, Robust SCALE-2 Plug-and-Play Gate Driver Targets Railway Applications

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Power Integrations (Nasdaq: POWI) has announced the launch of the new SCALE-2 gate driver, designed for 130 x 140 mm single IGBT high-power (IHM) modules. These gate drivers enhance system development and installation, particularly in railway and long-life applications. Key components include the 1SP0630V2M1R main driver, 1SP0635D2S1R peripheral driver, and ISO6125R-33 power supply. The SCALE-2 technology offers high integration and protection features, with a current output range of 1200 A to 1400 A and IGBT blocking voltage of 3300 V, compatible with modules from major manufacturers.

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• Launch of SCALE-2 gate driver enhances offerings for railway applications.
• Improves system development and installation efficiency.
• Compatible with IHM modules from leading manufacturers like Mitsubishi, Hitachi, and ABB.
• SCALE-2 technology features high levels of integration and comprehensive protection.

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• None.

Power Integrations (Nasdaq: POWI), the leader in gate-driver technology for medium- and high-voltage inverter applications, today announced a new SCALE-2 gate driver for 130 x 140 mm single IGBT high-power (IHM) modules, commonly used in railway and other long-life applications. Comprising the 1SP0630V2M1R main driver, 1SP0635D2S1R peripheral driver and ISO6125R-33 power supply, the new SCALE-2 plug-and-play gate drivers streamline system development and installation. The new gate drivers are particularly beneficial in systems requiring parallel modules for additional power, providing simplicity and flexibility in both electrical and mechanical design.

Power Integrations’ Compact, Robust SCALE-2 Plug-and-Play Gate Driver Targets Railway Applications. New gate drivers are available to suit IHM modules from all major manufacturers, including Mitsubishi, Hitachi and ABB. (Photo: Business Wire)

Francesco Fisichella, director of marketing for high-power industrial applications at Power Integrations, said: “Rail customers demand robust solutions, and Power Integrations’ SCALE-2 technology delivers what they need with high levels of integration and comprehensive protection features.”

The compact SCALE-2 gate drivers match the footprint of the smaller IHM single-channel IGBT-module formats with 1200 A to 1400 A output current and 3300 V IGBT blocking voltage. 1SP063xxxx1R gate drivers are available to suit IHM modules from all major manufacturers, including Infineon, Mitsubishi, Hitachi and ABB. Power Integrations’ SCALE-2 technology uses an ASIC chipset to red

FAQ

What is the new product announced by Power Integrations?

Power Integrations announced the SCALE-2 gate driver for single IGBT high-power modules.

What applications are the SCALE-2 gate drivers designed for?

The SCALE-2 gate drivers are designed for railway and long-life applications.

What is the current output range of the SCALE-2 gate drivers?

The current output range of the SCALE-2 gate drivers is between 1200 A to 1400 A.

Which manufacturers' IHM modules are compatible with the SCALE-2 gate drivers?

The SCALE-2 gate drivers are compatible with IHM modules from manufacturers including Infineon, Mitsubishi, Hitachi, and ABB.

What are the main components of the SCALE-2 gate driver?

The main components include the 1SP0630V2M1R main driver, 1SP0635D2S1R peripheral driver, and ISO6125R-33 power supply.