TDK Corporation unveils EPCOS EP9
The EPCOS EP9 is a more compact gate driver transformer series designed for 500 V systems.
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Japan, Tokyo: TDK Corporation has disclosed the EPCOS EP9 series which is more compact than the existing E10EM series of surface-mount transformers designed especially for IGBT and FET gate driver circuits.
Engineered for high performance in demanding e-mobility and industrial applications with 500 V system voltage, these components deliver outstanding insulation, minimal coupling capacitance, and high thermal resilience.
With this new series, the company is leading the green transition toward a more electric and sustainable future.
The new series is built on a MnZn ferrite core with SMD L-pin construction, providing a height of just 1 mm and a footprint of 13 mm x 11 mm. These transformers operate across a wide temperature range of −40 °C to +150 °C, assuring durability under harsh conditions. With a coupling capacitance of only 2pF, complying with the AEC-Q200 Rev. E standard, and creepage and clearance of at least 5mm, these surface-mount components are commonly used in automotive applications and other demanding environments.
The transformers support topologies such as half-bridge and push-pull converters with typical operational frequency of 100 kHz to 400 kHz and turns ratios optimised for specific applications. These components are available in tape-and-reel packaging, providing ease of assembly for high-volume production environments.
Source: TDK Corporation
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