NXP Semiconductors
UM11653
RDGD3160I3PH5EVB Reference Design
3.2 Additional hardware
In addition to the kit contents, the following hardware is necessary or beneficial when
working with this kit.
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Microcontroller for SPI communication
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IGBT module Infineon HP Drive part FS820R08A6P2B
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DC link capacitor compatible with IGBT part FS820R08A6P2B
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HV power supply with protection shield and hearing protection
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Current sensors for monitoring each phase current
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12 V, 1.0 A DC power supply
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High sample rate digital oscilloscope with probes
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High-voltage differential voltage probe
3.3 Windows PC workstation
This reference design requires a Windows PC workstation. Meeting these minimum
specifications should produce great results when working with this reference design.
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USB-enabled computer with Windows 7 or Windows 10
3.4 Software
Installing software is necessary to work with this reference design. All listed software
is available on the reference design's information page at
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S32S Design Studio IDE for power architecture
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Automotive Math and Motor Control Library (AMMCL)
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FreeMaster 2.0 runtime debugging tool
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Motor Control Application Tuning (MCAT)
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GD3160 Device Driver example code REV1.2
4 Getting to know the hardware
4.1 Kit overview
4.1.1 RDGD3160I3PH5EVB features
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Capability to connect to HP Drive IGBT modules for full three-phase evaluation and
development
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Daisy chain SPI communication (three high-side and three low-side gate drivers)
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Power supply which is jumper configurable for VEE negative or GND reference
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Easy access power, ground, and signal test points
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2 × 2 32 PCIe socket for interfacing MCU control
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Note: INTA pin is a new feature added to the GD3160. Not connected to MCU
interface. See GD3160 data sheet for pin usage/features.
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Optional connection for DC bus voltage monitoring
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Compatible with
UM11653
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