The IRS2336MTRPBF is a high-voltage, high-speed power MOSFET and IGBT driver with independent high- and low-side referenced output channels. Housed in a compact package, this driver is designed for applications demanding efficient and reliable control of power semiconductors.

Applications

• Motor control applications: Specifically designed to drive MOSFETs and IGBTs in motor control circuits.
• Power supplies: Used in SMPS (Switched-Mode Power Supplies) for driving the power switches.
• Lighting applications: Employed in ballast circuits for driving lighting systems.
• Class D amplifiers: Acts as a driver for MOSFETs used in Class D audio amplifiers.
• Induction heating: Drives the power devices in induction heating systems.

Features

• Floating channel designed for bootstrap operation up to +600 VDC: Allows driving high-side MOSFETs or IGBTs with a single supply.
• Tolerant to negative transient voltage: Provides rugged operation and prevents false triggering.
• Gate drive supply range from 10 V to 20 V: Offers flexibility in power supply design.
• Undervoltage lockout for both channels: Prevents MOSFETs or IGBTs from operating in a linear mode during start-up or low supply voltage conditions.
• Cross-conduction prevention logic: Prevents simultaneous conduction of high-side and low-side switches, ensuring efficient operation and preventing damage to the power devices.
• Matched propagation delay for both channels: Simplifies timing and reduces dead-time requirements.
• Schmitt trigger logic inputs: Improves noise immunity and reduces sensitivity to input signal variations.

Benefits

• Increased efficiency: Precisely controls power devices, minimizing switching losses and improving overall system efficiency.
• Improved reliability: Robust design and protection features ensure reliable operation in demanding applications.
• Simplified design: Integrated features and matched propagation delays simplify the design process and reduce component count.
• Reduced EMI: Controlled switching characteristics minimize electromagnetic interference.
• Compact size: Small package allows for high power density in space-constrained applications.

Additional Details

The IRS2336MTRPBF features a typical propagation delay of 150 ns and a dead-time of 500 ns. It also incorporates advanced input filter and protection circuitry to improve noise immunity. The operating temperature range is -40°C to +125°C. The device is available in a compact SOIC package.