A Novel Test Method for Bipolar Degradation under Short Dead Times
Conference: PCIM Conference 2025 - International Exhibition and Conference for Power Electronics, Intelligent Motion, Renewable Energy and Energy Management
05/06/2025 - 05/08/2025 at Nürnberg, Germany
doi:10.30420/566541042
Proceedings: PCIM Conference 2025
Pages: Language: englishTyp: PDF
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Authors:
Herrmann, Clemens; He, Mengdi; Alaluss, Mohamed; Herold, Christian; Basler, Thomas
Abstract:
A new test method is introduced that targets bipolar degradation of SiC MOSFET devices during short dead time phases. The approach offers strong scalability and acceleration, considers application-compliant conditions, and can cover current levels several times beyond the nominal current. Initial tests at short dead times are presented, analyzed, and compared with corresponding worst-case reference tests under DC conditions.