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1SD536F2-FZ1600R17HP4_B2
Single-Channel SCALE Plug-and-Play IGBT
Driver
Ultra-compact, high-performance driver for 2-level, 3-level and
multilevel converters
Abstract
The SCALE plug-and-play driver 1SD536F2-FZ1600R17HP4_B2 is an ultra-
compact single-channel intelligent gate driver designed for Infineon’s high-
power IGBTs of type FZ1600R17HP4_B2. The driver features a fiber-optic
interface, a built-in DC/DC power supply and a selectable operating mode via
a jumper.
For drivers adapted to other types of high-power and high-voltage IGBT modules, refer
to www.IGBT-Driver.com/go/plug-and-play
Product Highlights Applications
[ Plug-and-play solution [ Three/multi-level converters
[ Protects the IGBT from short-circuit failure [ Two-level converters
[ Active clamping of Vce at turn-off [ Medium-voltage converters
[ di/dt feedback at turn-off [ Industrial drives
[ Extremely reliable; long service life [ Traction
[ No electrolytic capacitors [ Railroad power supplies
[ Gate current up to ±36A [ Wind-power converters
[ Electrical insulation 4000 VAC [ Radiology and laser technology
[ Fiber-optic links [ Research
[ Monitoring of supply voltage and fiber optics [ Almost all other conceivable
[ Switching frequency DC to max. 10kHz applications
[ Duty cycle 0... 100%
[ Built-in DC/DC power supply
[ Shortens application development time
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Important Notes
This data sheet contains only product-specific data. For a detailed description, must-
read application notes and common data that apply to the whole series, please refer to
the “Description & Application Manual for 1SD536F2 SCALE High-Power IGBT Drivers”.
When applying SCALE plug-and-play drivers, please note that these drivers are
specifically adapted to a particular type of IGBT module. Therefore, the type
designation of SCALE plug-and-play drivers also includes the type designation of the
corresponding IGBT module. These drivers are not valid for IGBT modules other
than those specified. Incorrect use may result in failure.
Mechanical and Electrical Interfaces
Dimensions: 193 x 50mm. Mounting Principle: Direct screw mount on IGBT.
Interface Remarks Part type #
Drive signal input (Standard) Fiber-optic receiver (Notes 16,18) HFBR-2522
Drive signal input (Opt. 01) Fiber-optic receiver (Notes 16,20) HFBR-2412Z
Status output (Standard) Fiber-optic transmitter (Notes 16,19) HFBR-1522
Status output (Opt. 01) Fiber-optic transmitter (Notes 16,21) HFBR-1412Z
Power supply connector On-board connector (Note 17) 77315-101-05
Power supply connector Designator Pin numbers
Ground GND 1, 2, 4, 5
Supply voltage
V
DC
3
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter Remarks Min Max Units
Supply voltage
V
DC
VDC to GND (Note 1) 0 16 V
Gate peak current
I
out
Note 8 -36 +36 A
Average supply current
I
DC
Note 3 500 mA
Output power DC/DC converter Notes 3,12 5 W
Switching frequency Note 12 10 kHz
Test voltage (50Hz/1min) Primary to output (Note 15) 4000 VAC(eff)
DC-link voltage Note 5 1200 V
Operating temperature Note 12 -40 +85 °C
Storage temperature -40 +90 °C
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Electrical Characteristics
All data refer to +25°C and
V
DC
= 15V unless otherwise specified
Power supply Remarks Min Typ. Max Units
Nominal supply voltage
V
DC
VDC to GND (Note 1) 14.5 15 15.5 V
Supply current
I
DC
Without load (Note 2)
Standard 120 mA
Opt. 01 125 mA
Efficiency η Internal DC/DC converter 85 %
Turn-on threshold
V
th
Note 4 13 V
Hysteresis on/off Note 4 0.6 V
Coupling capacitance
C
io
Primary to output 15 pF
Short-circuit protection Remarks Min Typ. Max Units
Vce monitoring threshold Between aux. terminals 50 60 V
Response time 3-level mode (Note 11) 8.5 9 μs
Response time 2-level mode (Note 6) 9.5 10 μs
Blocking time 2-level mode (Note 7) 1 s
Timing characteristics Remarks Min Typ. Max Units
Turn-on delay
t
pd(on)
Note 13 350 ns
Turn-off delay
t
pd(off)
Note 13 450 ns
Output rise time
t
r(out)
Note 9 15 ns
Output fall time
t
f(out)
Note 9 20 ns
Acknowledge delay time At status output (Note 14) 380 ns
Acknowledge pulse width At status output 0.6 1.8 μs
Gate output Remarks Min Typ. Max Units
Turn-on gate resistor
R
g(on)
Note 8 0.6 Ω
Turn-off gate resistor
R
g(off)
Note 8 4 Ω
Electrical insulation Remarks Min Typ. Max Units
Operating voltage (Note 10) Continuous or repeated 1700 V
Test voltage (50Hz/1min) Primary to output (Note 15) 4000 VAC(eff)
Partial discharge extinction volt. IEC1287 / <10pC 1400 VAC(eff)
Creepage distance Primary to output 21 mm
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di/dt feedback Remarks
di/dt feedback implemented Note 22 no
Footnotes to the key data
1) Supply voltages higher than those specified can lead to the destruction of the driver and protection
circuits on the output side. The gate-emitter voltage tracks the primary supply voltage. (Not
regulated by the supply circuitry or the gate drive unit.)
2) Static power consumption of the gate driver.
3) If the specified power consumption is exceeded on average, this indicates an overload of the
DC/DC converter. The DC/DC converter is not protected against overload.
4) Under-voltage monitoring of power supply. For a voltage lower than this limit, the power modules
are switched off. The voltage refers to the secondary supply voltage of the gate driver, which is
approximately the same as the voltage between VDC and GND.
5) This limit is due to active clamping. Refer to the “Description and Application Manual for 1SD536F2
SCALE High-Power IGBT Drivers”.
6) Pulse width of the direct output of the gate drive unit. (Excluding the delay of the gate resistors.)
7) Duration of blocking the command input (keeping the gate driver and the IGBT in the off-state)
after fault detection, i.e. power supply under-voltage lock out, or – only in 2-level mode – short-
circuit detection. (For three/multilevel mode, turn-off under the short-circuit condition is managed
by the host controller.)
8) The gate current is limited by on-board gate resistors.
9) Refers to the direct output of the gate drive unit. (Excluding the delay of the gate resistors.)
10) Maximum continuous or repeatedly applied DC voltage or peak value of the repeatedly applied AC
voltage between the power supply inputs and all other terminals.
11) Including the delay of external fiber-optic links. Measured from turn-on transition at direct output
of the gate drive unit (excluding the delay of the gate resistors) to the transition of the status
signal at the optical receiver on the host controller side.
12) Application-specific self-heating of gate drivers and IGBT modules, especially at high switching
frequency, must be taken into account. The switching frequency is commonly limited due to
switching losses of the IGBT modules. Because CONCEPT cannot predict how the drivers will be
incorporated in the user’s application, no binding recommended value for self-heating and thus for
the maximum useable output power can be made. It is therefore recommended to check the gate
driver’s ambient temperature within the system.
13) Including the delay of external fiber-optic links. Measured from the transition of turn-on or turn-off
command at the optical transmitter on the host controller side to direct output of the gate drive
unit. (Excluding the delay of the gate resistors.)
14) Including the delay of external fiber-optic links. Measured from the transition of turn-on or turn-off
command at the optical transmitter on the host controller side to the transition of the acknowledge
signal at the optical receiver on the host controller side.
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15) The test voltage may be applied only once during one minute. It should be noted that with this
(strictly speaking obsolete) test method, some (minor) damage occurs to the insulation layers due
to the partial discharge. Consequently, this test is not performed at CONCEPT as a series test. In
the case of repeated insulation tests (e.g. module test, equipment test, system test) the
subsequent tests should be performed with a lower test voltage: the test voltage is reduced by
10% for each additional test. The more modern if more elaborate partial-discharge measurement
is better suited than such test methods as it is almost entirely non-destructive.
16) The transceivers required at the host controller side are not delivered with the gate driver. It is
recommended to use the same types as used in the gate driver. For product information refer to
www.IGBT-Driver.com/go/fiberoptics
17) The customer-side connector is not supplied with the gate driver, but via FCI Inc. Recommended
crimp contact housing: order code 65039-032; recommended crimp contacts: 5 pcs, order code
48236-002. Refer to www.IGBT-Driver.com/go/fci
18) The recommended transmitter current at the host controller is 30-35mA, suitable for plastic optic
fibers with a length of less than 2.5 meters. Higher current may increase jitter or delay at turn-off.
19) The transmitter current at the gate driver is 30-35mA.
20) The recommended transmitter current at the host controller is 60mA.
21) The transmitter current at the gate driver is about 49mA.
22) With “yes”, a di/dt feedback reduces the di/dt of the IGBT at turn-off. For more information refer
to the “Description and Application Manual for 1SD536F2 SCALE High-Power IGBT Drivers”. With
“no”, no di/dt feedback is implemented.
Important Notice
The data contained in this product data sheet is intended exclusively for technically
trained staff. Handling all high-voltage equipment involves risk to life. Strict compliance
with the respective safety regulations is mandatory!
Any handling of electronic devices is subject to the general specifications for protecting
electrostatic-sensitive devices according to international standard IEC 747-1, Chapter IX
or European standard EN 100015 (i.e. the workplace, tools, etc. must comply with
these standards). Otherwise, this product may be damaged.
Disclaimer
This data sheet specifies devices but cannot promise to deliver any specific
characteristics. No warranty or guarantee is given – either expressly or implicitly –
regarding delivery, performance or suitability.
CT-Concept Technologie AG reserves the right to make modifications to its technical
data and product specifications at any time without prior notice. The general terms and
conditions of delivery of CT-Concept Technologie AG apply.
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Ordering Information
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Related IGBT CONCEPT Driver Type #
Infineon (eupec) FZ1600R17HP4_B2 1SD536F2-FZ1600R17HP4_B2
Infineon (eupec) FZ1600R17HP4_B2 1SD536F2-FZ1600R17HP4_B2 Opt. 01
Opt. 01: ST fiber-optic interface (HFBR-2412Z and HFBR-1412Z), see “Description and Application
Manual for 1SD536F2 SCALE High-Power IGBT Drivers”.
Information about Other Products
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Direct link: www.IGBT-Driver.com/go/plug-and-play
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