An Auxiliary Power Supply Utilizing Planar Winding Transformer with High Insulation and Low Coupling Capacitance Considerations

  • Yong Chen
  • , Xuhui Song
  • , Fan Zhang
  • , Yuze Zheng
  • , Xiaolu Zhang
  • , Yukun Niu
  • , Zheyuan Yu
  • , Min Wu
  • , Kaixiang Gong

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Abstract

This paper proposes an auxiliary power supply (APS) for medium-voltage SiC MOSFETs with high insulation and low coupling capacitance. Firstly, the mathematical model of the LLC resonant topology is analyzed, and the overall framework of the APS is introduced. In terms of the isolated barrier design, the advantages of printed circuit board (PCB) planar windings are elaborated, and an equivalent capacitance model based on an air-gapped core structure is established, with results indicating a model accuracy exceeding 93%. Finally, a prototype is developed with a coupling capacitance of 1.23 pF. The APS delivers stable gate driver voltages and achieves a peak efficiency of 82.547%. High-voltage testing confirms a PDIV of 24.5 kV DC and a breakdown voltage of 31 kV DC, demonstrating the design's excellent insulation performance and suitability for medium-voltage applications.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2025 IEEE Workshop on Wide Bandgap Power Devices and Applications in Asia, WiPDA Asia 2025
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798331511098
DOIs
StatePublished - 2025
Event2025 IEEE Workshop on Wide Bandgap Power Devices and Applications in Asia, WiPDA Asia 2025 - Beijing, China
Duration: 15 Aug 202517 Aug 2025

Publication series

Name2025 IEEE Workshop on Wide Bandgap Power Devices and Applications in Asia, WiPDA Asia 2025

Conference

Conference2025 IEEE Workshop on Wide Bandgap Power Devices and Applications in Asia, WiPDA Asia 2025
Country/TerritoryChina
CityBeijing
Period15/08/2517/08/25

Keywords

  • Auxiliary power supply (APS)
  • coupling capacitance
  • PCB planar winding
  • SiC MOSFETs

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