The UCC23513-1EVM-014 evaluation module is designed for evaluation of TI's 5-kV
channel gate drivers with opto-compatible input, and UCC23511. The input is current driven, requiring
between 7 mA and 16 mA for device turn-on, and can be reverse biased for turnoff. The UCC23513 is a
4-A source and 5-A peak sink current driver while the UCC23511 is capable of 1.5-A source and 2-A sink
peak output current for driving Si MOSFETs, IGBTs, and SiC transistors. This user's guide covers the
UCC23513-1EVM-014, which is used for evaluation of the UCC23513 and UCC23511, which are pin-topin compatible devices.
Developed for high voltage applications where isolation and reliability are required, the UCC2351x family
of devices deliver reinforced isolation of 5 kV
common mode transient immunity (CMTI) greater than 150 V/ns. It offers lower propagation delay, lowerpart to-part delay skew, higher CMTI, smaller Pulse Width Distortion, and higher operating temperature,
which provides significant performance upgrade over opto isolated gate drivers, while still maintaining pinto-pin compatibility.
The input current and voltage characteristics of the e-diode™ functionally mimics the primary side of an
opto-isolator. The output side VCC has a wide recommended operating range from 14-V to 33-V and
allows the device to be used in a low-side or high-side configuration along with bipolar supplies for SiC
Power FETs. The pin-to-pin compatibility enables designers to use the UCC23513 and UCC23511 in
existing designs and new designs for motor drives, industrial power supplies, solar inverters, and UPS.
2Description
The UCC23513-1EVM-014 evaluation board utilizes a SN74LVC2G17DBVR (dual Schmitt-Trigger buffer)
to drive signal current on the primary side of the device. The board is populated with clips and 2-position
headers for flexibility in connecting power and signal inputs, along with signal test points and large GND
vias to enable installation of ground springs. The PCB layout is optimized with minimal loop area in the
input and output paths and showcases design for high voltage between the primary side and secondary
side with >8 mm creepage. For detailed device information, refer to the UCC23513 and UCC23511
datasheets and TI's Isolated gate driver solutions.
isolated single-
RMS
and a surge immunity tested up to 8 kV along with a
RMS
Part NumberDescriptionPackage
UCC235134-A source / 5-A sink, output current
UCC235111-A source / 2-A sink, output current
2.1Features
•Evaluation module for the UCC23513 and UCC23511 in stretched SO-6 package
•5-V input buffer, and 14-V to 33-V VCC power supply range
•4-A and 5-A source/sink current capability (UCC23513)
•1.5-A and 2-A source/sink current capability (UCC23511)
Primary-side power supply4.55.5V
Driver output power supply1433V
Switching frequency01MHz
Operating junction temperature range-40150°C
4Test Summary
In this section, the UCC23513-1EVM-014 is tested in its default configuration. Different jumper settings,
PWM signal input options, and voltage source settings can be found in Section 3 Electrical Specifications.
4.1Definitions
This procedure details how to configure the UCC23513 evaluation board. Within this test procedure, the
following naming conventions are followed. Refer to the UCC23513-1EVM-014 schematic, Section 8, for
details.
VXX: External voltage supply name
V
: Voltage at test point TPxx. For example, V(TP12) means the voltage at TP12.
(TPxx)
V
: Voltage at jack terminal Jxx
(Jxx)
J
: Terminal or pin yy of jack xx
xx(yy)
DMM: Digital multi-meters
UUT: Unit under test
EVM: Evaluation module assembly. In this case, the UUT assembly drawings have location for jumpers,
test points, and individual components.
Electrical Specifications
4.2Equipment
4.2.1Power Supplies
Two DC power supply with voltage/current above 5-V/0.1-A and 35-V/0.5-A (for example: Agilent E3634A)
4.2.2Function Generators
One function generator over 1 MHz (for example: Tektronics AFG3252)
4.3Equipment Setup
4.3.1DC Power Supply Settings
•DC power supply #1
– Voltage setting: 5-V
– Current limit: 0.05-A
•DC power supply #2
– Voltage setting: 15-V for the UCC23513 and UCC23511
– Current limit: 0.1 A
The current bench setup diagram includes the function generator and oscilloscope connections.
Follow the connection procedure below. Figure 2 can be used as a reference.
•Make sure the output of the function generator and voltage sources are disabled before connection.
•Function generator channel applied on J1-1 ←→ J1-2 (see in Figure 2)
•Power supply #1: positive node connected to input of DMM #1 with DMM #1 output connected to P1-1
(or VDD), and negative node applied on P1-2 (or GND).
•Power supply #2: positive node connected to input of DMM #2 with DMM #2 output connected to P2-1
(or VCC), negative node connected directly to P2-2 (or VSS).
1. Before proceeding to the power up procedure, make sure that Section 4.3.6 is implemented for setting
up all the equipment. Figure 3 can be used as reference.
2. Enable supply #1.
3. Enable supply #2.The quiescent current on DMM1 and DMM2 ranges in 1 mA to 3 mA if everything is
set correctly.
4. Enable function generator output.
5. Afterward, the following occurs:
1. Stable pulse output on the channel-A and channel-B in the oscilloscope. See Figure 3.
2. Scope frequency measurement is the same as function generator output.
3. DMM #1 and #2 should read measurement results around 5 mA–10 mA under no load conditions.
For more information about operating current, refer to UCC23513 datasheet.
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Figure 3. Example Input and Output Waveforms (Ch1 is PWM Input, Ch2 is Outputs)
Test Waveforms with Different Input/Output Configurations
6Test Waveforms with Different Input/Output Configurations
6.1Input Side Reverse Bias
The default configuration grounds input to cathode buffer. Cathode buffer can alternatively be driven with
a function generator to reverse bias input diode on turn-off. With J2 jumper (shunt) removed, cathode and
anode buffers are driven 180º out-of-phase, which showcases the reverse blocking capability of the
UCC23513.
6.2Output Split Supply
The output can be configured to provide split supply operation through two unique methods.
Single supply: Remove R9 and install C6 = C7 = 1 µF, R7 = 7.5 k, D2 = 5.1 V Zener, and R8 jumper.
Dual supply: Remove R9 and install C11 = 0.1 µF, C12 = 2.2 µF, apply V+ from VCC to VSS, and V- from
VSS to Phase.
These configurations allow output operation from -5 V off, to VCC-5V on which is commonly found in SiC
power stage configurations. Figure 5 shows operation with the latter method.
Test Waveforms with Different Input/Output Configurations
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Figure 5. Output Split Supply Operation
(Ch1 is PWM Input, Ch2 is Output)
6.3Peak Output Current Measurement Using 180nF Load
The output can be configured to measure peak output current by moving the jumper from J6 to J7. This
jumpers are in a 180 nF load capacitor, C15, which can be used to indirectly measure the output current
as seen in the Understanding Peak Source and Sink Current Parameters Application Note (SLLA387).
Input PWM is set to 200 Hz to avoid excessive power dissipation in the driver.
Peak sink current is calculated at 5.011 A for the UCC27513.
7UCC23511 Test Implementation
Replace the UCC23513 with the UCC23511 from the default configuration on the EVM. Solder the
UCC23511 sample and use Table 7 to adjust the value of R10to observe the desired peak current out of
the driver.
NOTE: Page numbers for previous revisions may differ from page numbers in the current version.
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•Deleted "GaN" to "Si MOSFETs, IGBTs and SiC".................................................................................... 2
•Changed "UCC23513EVM-014" to "UCC23513-1EVM-014"........................................................................ 2
•Added "Which are pin-to-pin compatible devices" .................................................................................... 2
•Changed "100V/ns" to "150 V/ns"....................................................................................................... 2
•Changed from "15-V to 33-V" to "14-V to 33-V"....................................................................................... 2
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