Top 5 Reasons to Switch to the uP1966E for Your Next Design
GaN Talk – Steve Colino
Oct 01, 2024
In the fast-evolving world of power electronics, choosing the right components for your design can make all the difference. Staying ahead of the curve means choosing components that enhance efficiency, simplify designs, and lower costs.
Here are the top five reasons why you should consider switching to the uP1966E gate driver for your next project:
1. High-Speed Performance
The uP1966E is designed to drive both high-side and low-side GaN FETs in half-bridge topologies, operating at several MHz on both channels. This high-speed performance ensures efficient and reliable operation, making it ideal for applications requiring fast switching.
The featured GaN FET, shown in the image below, is the 100 V rated EPC2036 available in a 2 x 2 bump BGA CSP and has a typical RDSon of 62 mΩ.
Figure 1: Typical half-bridge application using uP1966E 2. Independent Control of Rise and Fall Times
One of the standout features of the uP1966E is its split gate outputs, which allow for independent control of turn-on and turn-off transition times. This flexibility enables designers to optimize performance and efficiency according to specific application needs.
3. Integrated Bootstrap Supply and UVLO
The uP1966E integrates an internal bootstrap supply and Under-Voltage Lockout (UVLO) protection. These features simplify the design process and enhance the reliability of the system by protecting the GaN FETs from potential damage due to low voltage conditions.
Figure 2: Function block diagram of uP1966E 4. Compact and Efficient Package
Available in a 12-pin WLCSP package, the uP1966E minimizes package inductance, which is crucial for high-speed operation. Its compact size (1.6mm x 1.6mm) makes it an excellent choice for space-constrained designs, ensuring that you can maintain high performance without compromising on space.
Figure 3: uP1966E 5. Enhanced Noise Immunity
The uP1966E features CMOS compatible input-logic thresholds and hysteretic-logic thresholds for high-noise immunity. This ensures stable operation even in noisy environments, making it a robust choice for various industrial and commercial applications.
Conclusion
Switching to the uP1966E for your next design can significantly enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability. Its advanced features and compact design make it a versatile and powerful component for modern electronic applications. Contact a GaN Expert to make the switch today and experience the difference!