IX2120BTR

The IX2120BTR is the new line of integrated gate drivers from IXYS, targeting the power and energy sector. This product provides an efficient, low cost, and low inductance solution for gate drive and power management needs. It is an integrated solution, eliminating the need for separate dc-dc converters, gate drivers, and gate resistors normally used in power and gate control. The IX2120BTR is an ideal solution for powering applications such as automotive, industrial, and renewable energy systems.

The IX2120BTR is designed to provide an efficient and cost effective solution for powering high current and high voltage applications. With its low on-resistance and low input voltage, the IX2120BTR is suitable for use in a range of power applications, from low-voltage automotive systems to high-voltage wind turbines and solar inverters. It has a wide range of output voltage options, between 1.2V and 28V, allowing for a variety of applications. The IX2120BTR supports logic level and bipolar logic, allowing for compatibility with the latest microcontrollers and DSPs. Additionally, the IX2120BTR features an on-board temperature sensor to provide additional monitoring for system safety and protection.

The IX2120BTR is designed to reduce power losses due to unwanted gate switching and to improve the efficiency of power circuit designs. It employs both primary-side and active gate-drive techniques. The primary-side approach relieves the load from the gate driver and regulator, reducing power consumption and system noise. The active gate-drive technique is employed to ensure high-speed performance of the gate driver and to reduce power consumption. On the primary side, low pulses of current are used to drive the gate, allowing for high switching performance. On the secondary side, an active driver is employed for increased protection against failure in the system circuits.

The IX2120BTR also features pre-bias startup protection, which is designed to prevent the chip from turning on under certain operating conditions. It also features under-voltage lockout and over-voltage clamps, to protect against malfunctions or accidental over-voltage. Finally, the IX2120BTR features diagnostics pins to detect a PWM output error, as well as communication interface for reporting diagnostic information.

The IX2120BTR is a highly efficient and cost effective solution for gate drive and power applications in the power and energy industry. Its low on-resistance, wide input voltage range, high current capability, and integrated protection options make it ideal for a variety of applications. With its integration of primary and active gate-drive techniques, the IX2120BTR is designed to reduce power losses and improve device performance. Additionally, its communication interface, diagnostics pins, and pre-bias protection ensure system safety and reliability.