eGaN-based Eighth Brick Converter

eGaN-based Eighth Brick Converter

EPC

This presentation will discuss the design specifications of a 500 W 1/8th brick converter, the design approach used, and an overview of the system. It will additionally discuss the benefits that eGaN FETs bring to this demanding application and the real world results achieved.

Evaluation Board

ImageManufacturer Part NumberDescriptionOutputs and TypePower - OutputAvailable QuantityPrice
EVAL BOARD FOR EPC2020 EPC2021EPC9115EVAL BOARD FOR EPC2020 EPC20211 Isolated Output-0 - Immediate$6,404.58View Details
PTM Published on: 2015-08-24

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