Powerex Announces Single Chip Inverter For Applications Up To 100W

Powerex introduced its M81500FP, a high voltage three-phase motor driver fabricated by a 500V high voltage SOI (Silicon On Insulator) process. This intelligent power module utilizes a compact SMD package to reduce the PCB space required (11.93 x 17.5mm) and to simplify the PCB production process.

The M81500FP contains a level shift high-side driver, low-side driver, bootstrap diodes, IGBTs, and free-wheel diodes. Also included are protective functions for over-current, under-voltage and thermal shutdown.

Key features of this driver are: 500V floating supply voltage; built-in bootstrap diodes; built-in free-wheel diodes; and 3-Phase IGBT output.

Applications for the M81500FP include exhaust fans, dishwashers, air conditioners, small servo motors and small motor controls.

Samples of the M81500FP are available from stock to 12 weeks. Pricing in quantities of 1,000 is $4.71.