The Texas Instruments ISO7720FDR is a high-performance, fully integrated isolated gate driver designed for use in power electronic applications such as motor control, power supplies, and renewable energy systems.
Description:
The ISO7720FDR is a monolithic integrated circuit that provides a high voltage gate drive output for driving power MOSFETs and IGBTs. It features a high level of integration, including a charge pump, oscillator, error amplifier, and protection circuits, all in a compact package.
Features:
- High voltage gate drive output: The ISO7720FDR provides a high voltage gate drive output of up to ±20V, allowing it to drive a wide range of power MOSFETs and IGBTs.
- Integrated charge pump: The integrated charge pump eliminates the need for external charge pump circuits, reducing the overall system complexity and cost.
- Oscillator and error amplifier: The ISO7720FDR includes an oscillator and error amplifier, providing precise control over the gate drive signal and allowing for easy adjustment of the switching frequency.
- Protection circuits: The device includes a range of protection circuits, including overcurrent, overvoltage, and undervoltage protection, as well as a thermal shutdown feature to protect against overheating.
Applications:
The ISO7720FDR is suitable for a wide range of power electronic applications, including:
- Motor control: The device can be used to drive the high side and low side gates of power MOSFETs or IGBTs in motor control applications, providing precise control over the motor speed and torque.
- Power supplies: The ISO7720FDR can be used to drive the gates of power MOSFETs or IGBTs in power supply applications, such as switching power supplies and battery chargers.
- Renewable energy systems: The device can be used in renewable energy systems, such as solar inverters and wind turbine converters, to drive the power MOSFETs or IGBTs used in these applications.
Overall, the Texas Instruments ISO7720FDR is a high-performance, fully integrated isolated gate driver that offers a range of features and benefits for power electronic applications. Its compact package and high level of integration make it an ideal choice for applications where space and cost are critical considerations.