This paper discusses behavioral models for power losses analysis of Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs in DC-DC converters, with emphasis on the impact of inductor saturation and peak-peak ripple current. All models are implemented in PathWave ADS software, by using symbolically defined devices. A PV-MPPT DC-DC boost converter is considered as a reference case study. The results confirm the advantages of working with large peak-peak ripple and partial saturation of power inductors.

Power Losses Analysis of SiC MOSFETs in DC-DC Converters with High-Ripple-Current Inductors

Di Capua G.
2023-01-01

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This paper discusses behavioral models for power losses analysis of Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs in DC-DC converters, with emphasis on the impact of inductor saturation and peak-peak ripple current. All models are implemented in PathWave ADS software, by using symbolically defined devices. A PV-MPPT DC-DC boost converter is considered as a reference case study. The results confirm the advantages of working with large peak-peak ripple and partial saturation of power inductors.
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