BM60052FV-EVK-001 (BM60052FV-C Evaluation Board) is an evaluation board whose shape allows direct mounting onto
the ROHM’s 2ch 300 A/1200 V class full-SiC power module, BSM300D12P2E001.
This is a single unit, comprising the SiC-MOSFET gate drive circuit along with the gate driver IC, the BM60052FV-C
integrating insulation element, and an insulated DC-DC converter, supplying gate voltage.
The constant is set to the value suitable for driving BSM300D12P2E001.
Integrated functions include SiC-MOSFET’s DESAT detection function, soft turn-off function at DESAT detection, DESAT
detection FLT signal output function, gate bias voltage reduction detection/gate state monitoring RDY signal output function,
and mirror clamp function.
This evaluation board is intended to be used with BM60052FV-C to drive the full-SiC power module for evaluation. However,
it is not designed for mass-production use.
1-2. Schematic of the board
[BM60052FV-EVK-001]
Reference: [Full-SiC Power Module BSM300D12P2E001]: To be purchased separately
2-1. Performance specifications (Ta=25°C. These are typical values and do not guarantee the characteristics of the
evaluation board.)
Power voltage
Power current
Number of drive circuits 2
Range of input signal frequency DC ~ 100 kHz
Minimum input ON pulse width 1.0 µs * 6
Minimum input OFF pulse width 1.0 µs
Input signal 5V 0-P
Maximum gate drive charge 1500 nC * 1, * 2
Output forward bias voltage (+Vg) +17 V ~ +19 V * 1
Output reverse bias voltage (-Vg) -3 V ~ -5 V * 1
Gate forward direction bias current (+Ig) +7.5 A max (Prw 0.5 µs) * 1, * 2
Characteristic item Standard/Rating Remarks
12 VDC ~ 28 VDC (15 V typ., 24 V typ.) between Pin1
and Pin2
0.8 A (power voltage 15 VDC)
0.5 A (power voltage 24 VDC)
* 1
Gate drawing current (-Ig) -8.5 A max (Pfw 0.5 µs) * 1, * 2
Rise response delay time (+Tstg) 100 ns typ. * 1, * 3
Fall response delay time (-Tstg) 100 ns typ. * 1, * 4
Rise time (Tr) 100 ns typ. * 1, * 5
Fall time (Tf) 100 ns typ. * 1, * 5
Withstand voltage For one minute at AC 2500 V (between input and output)
Repeatedly peak voltage
1200V voltage betweenTH7 and TH8, voltage between
TH8 and TH8
Insulation resistance 100 m or more at DC 500 V (between input and output)
DESAT detection voltage 4.0 V (min)
Operating temperature range -40 ~ +70ºC
Storage temperature range -40 ~ +80ºC
Operating humidity range 30% to 90% RH (No dew-condensation)
* 3 +Tstg: The time from the rise of input signals until reaching 10% of the output gate signal peak value.
* 4 -Tstg: The time from the fall of input signals until reaching 90% of the output gate signal peak value.
* 5 Tr, Tf: The time taken for the transition between 10% and 90% of the output gate signal peak value.
* 6 About 1 µs is defined for DESAT detection suppression after the gate rise.
(1) Place BM60052FV-EVK-001 on the full-SiC power module and make sure that the seven pins are correctly located.
(See the red solid lines in the following figure)
(2) Fix BM60052FV-EVK-001 using self-tap screws. (See the blue dotted lines in the following figure)
(3) Solder the seven pins for electrical connection.
CH14A
SiC power module
Upper arm source voltage
Lower arm drain voltage
Upper arm DC-DC converter
secondary GND
CH2A
Upper arm DC-DC converter
Main FET drain voltage
CH1A
Primary
GND
CH2B
Lower arm DC-DC converter
Main FET drain voltage
CH12B
Lower arm DC-DC converter
Secondary-4 V
CH14B
SiC power module
Lower arm source voltage
Lower arm DC-DC converter
secondary GND
CH13B
SiC power module
Lower arm gate
voltage
CH1B
Primary
GND
* Yellow: Primary, Red: Secondary upper arm side, Blue: Secondary lower arm side
The oscilloscope power supply should be floating. When measuring circuits with different GND potentials simultaneously, use
a differential probe or other device to prevent ground fault or short circuit in the oscilloscope’s GND terminal.
Note: For details, refer to the manufacturer’s catalog.
6. Selection of gate resistance
The gate resistance of this product is 0.2 , which is a standard level for BSM300D12P2E001. This can be
changed to an optimum value according to your equipment. Make the required adjustment by paying attention
to the operation and heat generation in each part.
Upper/
lower arms
Upper arm
side
Lower arm
side
Rise
5-parallel
connection
Fall
5-parallel
connection
Rise
5-parallel
connection
Fall
5-parallel
connection
Circuit symbol Substrate pattern layout/Implementation status
Square shape chip resistor MCR100 (1 W, ROHM): Not
implemented
Through-hole diameter φ1.2 mm and pitch 25.4 mm: Not
implemented
ROHM): Implemented
Square shape chip resistor MCR100 (1 W, ROHM): Not
implemented
Through-hole diameter φ1.2 mm and pitch 25.4 mm: Not
implemented
ROHM): Implemented
Square shape chip resistor MCR100 (1 W, ROHM): Not
implemented
Through-hole diameter φ1.2 mm and pitch 25.4mm: Not
implemented
ROHM): Implemented
Square shape chip resistor MCR100 (1 W, ROHM): Not
implemented
Through-hole diameter φ1.2 mm and pitch 25.4 mm: Not
implemented
RG2A1 ~ RG2A5
Upper arm fall side
5-parallel connection
RG1A1 ~ RG1A5
Upper arm rise side
5-parallel connection
RG2B1 ~ RG2B5
Upper arm fall side
5-parallel connection
RG1B1 ~ RG1B5
Lower arm rise side
5-parallel connection
The recommended minimum gate resistance value is 0.2 .
Increasing the gate resistance value will increase switching loss of the SiC power module, which may adversely affect
the expected performance. Thus, a gate resistance as small as possible should be chosen.
DESAT detection, FLT signal output (A_FLT, B_FLT)
When the gate output is high and SiC-MOSFET's Vds is 4V or more, the gate voltage is lowered (soft turn-off) and FLT
signals (8-pin) are output. (0 V at detection and 4 V at steady state).
This operation is cleared at the rise of input signal ENA.
The FLT terminal is pulled up with the VREG terminal on the evaluation substrate at 10 k.
A detection suppression time of about 1 µs is defined after the gate rise.
For details of the DESAT detection function, refer to the data sheet of BM60052FV-C.
Gate bias voltage reduction detection (UVLO), gate state monitoring, RDY signal output (A_RDY, B_RDY)
When the gate bias voltage approximate 18V is decreased to approximate14V because of abnormalities such as gate
output short-circuit and an output over current, or the gate state monitoring finds an inconsistency between the input
and output, a RDY signal will be output (0 V at detection and 4 V at steady state).
When the power voltage increases to the voltage reduction detection level, the operation returns to the steady state.
The RDY terminal is pulled up with the VREG terminal on the evaluation substrate at 10 k.
Gate state monitoring filter time: 1.5 µs ~ 2.5 µs
Mirror clamp function
While the gate output is low, when the OUT2 terminal falls below a certain voltage level, the mirror clamp function starts
operating. Also, it starts operating at DESAT detection.
Mirror clamp detection voltage: 1.8 V ~ 2.2 V (between G and S)
For details of the mirror clamp function, refer to the data sheet of BM60052FV-C.
Thermal protection function
BM60052FV-C has temperature sensor voltage input terminals and integrates the thermal protection function. However,
these are set up as unavailable for this evaluation board.
(The connection hole of the module is connected to the connector and not to BM60052FV-C.)
◇ Read all safety precautions before use
Please note that this document covers only the BM60052FV-C evaluation board
(BM60052FV-EVK-001) and its functions.
For additional information, please refer to the datasheet.
To ensure safe operation, please carefully read all precautions
before handling the evaluation board
Depending on the configuration of the board and voltages used,
Potentially lethal voltages may be generated.
Therefore, please make sure to read and observe all safety precautions
described in the red box below.
Notice
Before Use
[1] Verify that the parts/components are not damaged or missing (i.e. due to the drops).
[2] Check that there are no conductive foreign objects on the board.
[3] Be careful when performing soldering on the module and/or evaluation board to ensure
that solder splash does not occur.
[4] Check that there is no condensation or water droplets on the circuit board.
During Use
[5] Be careful to not allow conductive objects to come into contact with the board.
[6] Brief accidental contact or even bringing your hand close to the board may result
in discharge and lead to severe injury or death.
Therefore, DO NOT touch the board with your bare hands or bring them too close
to the board.
In addition, as mentioned above please exercise extreme caution when using
conductive tools such as tweezers and screwdrivers.
[7] Please proceed carefully, taking note of any condensation when operating at low
temperatures or discoloration/leakage of the parts/board due to excessive heat.
[8] Be sure to wear insulated gloves when handling is required during operation.
After Use
[9] Even after the power has been turned off, please note that burns can still occur due to
contact with superheated parts or electric shock caused by charge stored in the
capacitor.
[10] Protect against electric shocks by wearing insulated gloves when handling.
This evaluation board is intended for use only in research and development facilities and
should by handled
only by qualified personnel familiar with all safety and
operating procedures.
We recommend carrying out operation in a safe environment that includes the use of high
voltage signage at all entrances, safety interlocks, and protective glasses.
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