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EPC9060/61
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Typical Waveforms for V
IN
= 60 V to 5V/20 A (300 kHz) Buck converter CH1: (V
PWM
) Input logic signal – CH2: (I
OUT
) Output inductor current – CH4: (V
OUT
) Switch node voltage
Figure 4 (a) – Rising Edge
Figure 4 (b) – Falling Edge
THERMAL CONSIDERATIONS
The EPC9060/61 development boards showcase the EPC2030/31
eGaN FETs. Although the electrical performance surpasses that for
traditional Silicon devices, their relatively smaller size does magnify
the thermal management requirements. These development boards
are intended for bench evaluation with low ambient temperature and
convection cooling. The addition of heat-sinking and forced air cooling
can significantly increase the current rating of these devices, but care
must be taken to not exceed the absolute maximum die temperature
of 150°C.
NOTE. The EPC9060/61 development boards do not have any current or thermal
protection on board.