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Analysis of SiC Output Capacitance Effects on Soft-Switching Characteristics in Three-Level Resonant Converters

  • Zhe Shao*
  • , Zhiyuan Wang
  • , Binbin Li
  • *Corresponding author for this work
  • Harbin Institute of Technology

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Abstract

To address the high power density and high efficiency requirements of isolated DC/DC converters in novel power load systems, this paper investigates the soft-switching characteristics of a silicon carbide SiC-based three-level resonant converter. Through modal analysis, the influence mechanism of power device output capacitance parameters on soft-switching behavior is revealed. By comparing the impact of the presence and absence of secondary-side switch output capacitance on the soft-switching of primary-side switches, it is found that the magnetizing current required for soft-switching increases when considering the output capacitance, leading to higher conduction losses. The correctness of the magnetizing current calculation is validated through simulations. Experimental verification is conducted on a 2300V DC input / 900V DC output / 25kW prototype, demonstrating the effectiveness of the proposed design.

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

  • high power density
  • silicon carbide MOSFET
  • soft-switching
  • three-level NPC

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