Intelligent Configuration Tools Available for 2ASC-12A1HP and 62EM1 Gate Drivers

Philadelphia, PA - August 26, 2019 - AgileSwitch, LLC has released a new software program to help designers rapidly optimize system performance.

The Intelligent Configuration Tool (ICT) relieves designers of burning up gate driver boards and gives them the flexibility of tuning driver settings within a few clicks. Users can adjust Fault Reporting settings, DC Link & Temperature trip levels, and the +/- Gate Voltages (Vgs). You can iterate multiple times for fine tuning.

AgileSwitch's patented Augmented Switching approach is also included in the ICT. Each setting can be independently controlled and visualized using the built-in graphic editor.

The tool includes recommended Augmented Switching settings for SiC devices from Wolfspeed, Semikron, ROHM, Microsemi, and others. These settings have been characterized by AgileSwitch.

The ICT is currently compatible with the 2ASC-12A1HP - 1200V Dual-Channel Driver Core and 62EM1 - 62mm Plug & Play Gate Driver.

Download it today.

New AgileSwitch Augmented Switching Accelerated Development Kits

Unlock the Full Potential of SiC MOSFET Modules

Philadelphia, PA - June 12, 2019 - AgileSwitch, LLC, innovator of Digital Programmable SiC MOSFET gate drivers, introduces the ASDAK (Augmented Switching™ Accelerated Development Kit) for power electronics engineers working with new SiC MOSFET modules. Applications for the kit including heavy-duty traction vehicles, auxiliary power units in trains, buses and trolleys, EV charging and other high-power industrial systems.

Download the ASDAK Datasheet

Each kit includes: (3) 2ASC Series Gate Driver Cores, (1) Module Adapter Board, (1) Device Programmer Kit and a link to AgileSwitch’s new Intelligent Configuration software tool. The kits are designed to support SiC MOSFET modules from Wolfspeed, Infineon, Semikron, Mitsubishi Electric, Microsemi, Sanrex, StarPower, Rohm, ABB, Fuji and others.

A presentation describing the performance improvements of Augmented Switching is available for download.
                     
Available for Order Now at Distributors worldwide.

New Gate Driver Core Optimized for SiC MOSFET Modules

Software configurable Vgs, Patented Augmented Turn-Off™ switching technique, robust high-noise-immunity design, advanced monitoring and fault reporting in a compact form factor facilitate conversion from IGBTs to SiC MOSFET power modules

Philadelphia, PA—May 30,2018 —AgileSwitch, LLC, innovator of intelligent IGBT and SiC MOSFET gate drivers, introduces the ASC1 (AgileSwitch Software Configurable Core 1) SiC MOSFET gate driver core. 

A family of tested reference adapter boards will provide compatibility with most SiC MOSFET modules. 

Applications including heavy-duty traction vehicles, auxiliary power units in trains, buses and trolleys, induction heating systems and other high-power industrial systems are rapidly moving from IGBTs to SiC power devices. 

The ASC1 driver core is designed specifically to facilitate this conversion.

Read the full release here.

APEC 2018

Visit Us at APEC 2018 to learn about our goals to make automotive, renewable energy, and traction inverters safer, more reliable and more efficient than ever before. We will be announcing a new line of Gate Driver ICs and Cores designed specifically for these applications. 2018 will be a very exciting year for the Power Electronics Industry and we will be driving it every step of the way.

We will be in Booth 1442 all week to answer questions and talk about power electronics.

 To learn more, please visit our APEC page.
 

We're Hiring

AgileSwitch, LLC develops transformative technology that dramatically improves the performance and efficiency of electric vehicle and renewable energy applications. Our gate drivers for SiC and IGBT switches are used in a variety of applications including electric vehicles, solar inverters, wind turbines, energy storage, motor drives, energy storage, traction and other high reliability markets.

This opportunity is for an experienced Electronics Engineer with a thorough and detailed understanding of a wide variety of electronics systems and issues. The primary objective of the position is to support company product development and application engineering efforts in new and sustaining product engineering. The candidate should be comfortable solving challenges both in the lab and directly with customers.

If you, or someone you know is interested in this position, please read the full job description and send us an email.

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AgileSwitch to present at Power Electronics Conference in Munich

Power Electronics Conference 2017
Hilton Hotel at Munich Airport/Germany
December 5, 2017

Presenter: Cliff Robins, European Business Development, AgileSwitch, LLC
Time: 4:40PM - 5:05PM UTC +1 (Munich)
Topic: Intelligent Gate Drivers for SiC MOSFETs – Addressing Safe Operation, Efficiency & EMI
Discussion: While offering significant benefits over traditional IGBTs, SiC MOSFETs present a new range of challenges for safe, efficient operation and high EMI environments. Cliff will discuss how to best address these issues - through implementing Augmented Switching and other Intelligent Gate Driver methods.

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About: Bodo's Power Systems and ICC Media/AspenCore Europe are jointly organizing this  Power Electronics Conference with focus on Wide Band Gap Semiconductors. This is a 1-day program featuring presentations by Siemens, Infineon, Semikron, Littelfuse, Wolfspeed, Danfoss, USCi, GeneSic, and other leading firms focused on Wide Band Gap products and applications.

Qualification Test Report for Semikron SiC Stack at 100kW, 50kHz

AgileSwitch Stack Electronics Qualified in

Semikron SiC Power Stack

Philadelphia, PA (October 2017) - A new SiC Power Stack Evaluation Sample is available from Semikron. The Stack is rated to 100kW at a switching frequency of 50kHz. This integrated assembly is driven by AgileSwitch Stack Electronics for use in a wide variety of systems including battery charging, solar energy, and industrial applications.

Each SiC Power Stack includes:

• Full SiC half bridge modules
• High performance DC link capacitor
• Air-cooled heatsink with fans
• Current sensors
• AgileSwitch SiC 62mm Gate Drivers
• AgileSwitch Analog Interface Board

Full Power Testing was performed at the rated specs to qualify the stack. A National Instruments GPIC and LabVIEW provided the user interface, PWM commands, and data capture.

Check out the links below to learn more about the stack and how it was tested.