LEV and Forklift Motor Control (under 200V)
Design powerful, efficient and precise motor control and drive systems quickly and easily using Infineon's vast product portfolio of right-fit products, supported by comprehensive design resources.
The accelerating trend of electrification of the powertrain is driving tremendous growth in design and use of electric motors. Various types of motors such as Brushless DC Electric Motors (BLDC), internal Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motors (PMSM) and AC Induction Motors (ACIM) are used in applications that that require high-power and are driven by a battery (V Bus <= 200V) is continuously increasing.
These motors are driven by high power-low voltage motor drives. The design of high-power motor drives tends to be characterized by a high degree of paralleling of motor drive MOSFETs and, in some cases, may require isolation. High-power low-voltage motor drives are used across a multitude of applications, such as:
These applications have an ever-growing need for highly efficient, precise and powerful motor control and drive systems. These systems must address requirements such as extended range, high speed, high peak and continuous torque, safety, reliability, and most of all, a long battery lifetime.
Infineon’s portfolio of high-power BLDC/PMSM/ACIM motor drives
Infineon offers comprehensive, end-to-end Motor Control and Drive solutions. The MOSFET families, OptiMOSTM and StrongIRFETTM2 form a powerful yet efficient muscle of the system. The EiceDRIVERTM and MOTIXTM gate driver families offer a broad range of isolated and non-isolated gate drivers in various channel configurations. An array of motor control microcontroller (MCUs), i.e. PSOCTM, XMCTM, TRAVEO-2TM, IMD701ATM, and AurixTM, along with their software/tools ecosystem enable quick, easy and tailor-made implementations of advanced motor control algorithms with necessary safety requirements. The XENSIVTM range of current and angle/position sensors enable accurate closed-loop control in motor control systems.
Along with its extensive product portfolio, Infineon simplifies and accelerates the design process of single and three-phase induction, AC and DC motor systems by offering resources such as demonstration, evaluation and reference boards, simulation models, application notes, extensive technical support and a nurturing Developer Community.
Small form-factor and easy BLDC motor inverter design with use of SuperSO8 MOSFETs, 3-phase smart gate driver and configurable iMOTION Motor Controller.
| Product type | Part number | Description | Package | Quantity |
| MOSFETs | BSC012N06NS | Small form-factor, Low RDSon, Low Qrr, Soft Body Diode. | SuperSO8 | 6 to 12 |
| Microcontroller | IMC301A-F048 | Configurable (No-Code) Motor Control IC; Communication: UART, SPI, I²C, LIN Motor Control Peripherals: MATH, 2x ACMP, CCU4 |
LQFP-48 | 1 |
| Gate Driver | 6ED2742S01Q* | SOI, integrated BSD, trickle charge pumps, power management and current sense amplifiers | QFN32 | 1 |
| Position/Speed Sensor | TLI49611MXTMA1 | Bipolar hall latch with 3.0 V to 32 V operating supply voltage, Active error compensation, Low jitter (typ. 0.35 μs), High ESD performance |
PG-SOT23 | 1 |
| Current Sensor | TLI4971-A120T5-U-E0001 | 120A measurement range with Integrated current rail, High bandwidth of 240KHz, High robustness to voltage slew rates up to 10V/ns, Two independent fast Over-Current Detection (OCD) pins with configurable thresholds | PG-TISON-8 | 3 |
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KIT_MOTOR_DC_250W_24V Low-voltage motor drive system either in H-Bridge or in 3-Phase full bridge configuration. Power level: 250W @ 24V
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Typical characteristics of these motor drives
From service robots to e-bikes, Infineon’s range of motor drive solutions are manufactured to support the end design. Typical characteristics of these motor drives include a compact form factor and high system efficiency. Common types of motors used in these applications include Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM) and Brushless DC Motors (BLDC).
Service Robots e-Bike
Cost-efficient motor inverter designs with top-side cooled TOLT package, dedicated motor-control MCU XMC 140x, half-bridge gate driver and iTMR angle sensors.
| Product type | Part number | Description | Package | Quantity |
| MOSFETs | IPTC012N08NM5 | 80V OptiMOS 5 power MOSFET in TOLT package enabling top-side cooling, high current rating >300 A, low Qg of 175nC | TOLT | 6 to 12 |
| Microcontroller | XMC1403-Q048X0200 AA | Core: 48MHz Arm Cortex M0, Peripherals clock: 96MHz Communication: UART, SPI, I²C, 2*MultiCAN, Motor Control Peripherals: POSIF, MATH, 4x ACMP, 2x CCU88 |
VQFN-48 | 1 |
| Gate Driver | 2ED2738S01G* | 2-Channel (half-bridge) gate driver with SOI isolation, integrated BSD, UVLO, separate VSS/COM, thermal pad | DFN10 | 3 |
| Position/Speed Sensor | TLE5501 E0001 | Tunnel Magneto Resistance (TMR) based analog sensor with a high magnetic field range of 20mT to 100mT; Max. 1.0° angle error over lifetime, discrete bridge with differential sine and cosine output | DSO-8 | 1 |
| Current Sensor | TLI4971-A120T5-U-E0001 | 120A measurement range with Integrated current rail, High bandwidth of 240KHz, High robustness to voltage slew rates up to 10V/ns, Two independent fast Over-Current Detection (OCD) pins with configurable thresholds | TISON-8 | 3 |
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EVAL_TOLT_DC48V_3KW The evaluation board features a motor drive inverter power stage using high efficiency, 100 V OptiMOS™ 5 power MOSFETs in top-side cooling TOLT package. The top-side cooled MOSFET solution for 3-phase BLDC motor drive leads to increase power handling capability. The power board operates with Infineon’s XMC1300 Drive Card (KIT_XMC1300_DC_V1). Firmware is provided with trapezoidal control for 48 V BLDC motor with hall sensors. Additionally, the evaluation board includes three current shunts to allow compatibility with FOC commutation with XMC4400 drive card. |
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MILD_HYBRID_48V_MHEV This reference kit provides users the ease of development for 48V inverter control targeted for electric scooters and motorcycle traction motors. This kit is designed to drive a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) and Brushless DC Motor (BLDC). Its excellent thermal performance is supported by topside-cooled 80 V MOSFET coming in the TOLT package with Infineon’s leading OptiMOS™-5 technology. Motor control software using AURIX™ 32-bit microcontroller is currently in development. This new reference kit is the ideal solution for rapid prototyping while minimizing R&D efforts and time to market. |
Typical characteristics of these motor drives
Infineon offers motor inverter solutions for applications like e-scooters and other light electric vehicles requiring 48V, 3KW PMSM motor drives. Typical characteristics of these motor drives include medium levels of peak transient power for a short duration and high system efficiency. Common types of motors used in these applications include Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM) and Brushless DC Motors (BLDC).
e-Scooter
High-power motor drive realized through powerful Cortex-M4 XMC 4700 MCU family, 150V OptiMOS power MOSFET in TOLL package and high-precision current and angle sensors.
| Product type | Part number | Description | Package | Quantity |
| MOSFETs | IPT039N15N5 | 150V OptiMOS 5 power MOSFET in TOLL package, high current rating >190 A, low Qg of 78nC | TOLT | 12 to18 |
| Microcontroller | XMC4700-F100K1536 AA | Core: ARM® Cortex ®-M4 @ 144MHz Communication: channel USIC (configurable to SPI, UART, IIC, IIS) Motor Control Peripherals: 2 x POSIF, 4 channel ∆Σ Demodulator, 4 x 12-bit ADC, 18 input channels, 4 x parallel sampling and conversion |
LQFP100 | 1 |
| Gate Driver | 2EDB8259F* | Half-bridge gate driver with 3kV basic isolation based on Coreless Transformer (CT) technology, (UL1577), UVLO (4 types), DIS, STP/DTC, CMTI > 300 V/ns | DSO-16 | 3 |
| Position/Speed Sensor | TLE(I)5012B E1000 | Giant Magneto Resistance (GMR) based pre-calibrated sensor with 360° angle measurement; Max. 1.0° (1.9°) angle error over lifetime, 16-bit representation of sine / cosine values | DSO-8 | 1 |
| Current Sensor | TLE4972-AE35S5 | High-precision coreless current sensor with full-scale up to 31 mT for high current applications; two independent fast Over-Current Detection (OCD) pins with configurable thresholds | VSON-6 | 3 |
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Low voltage drives scalable power demoboard platform Design optimal Motor Inverter power-board for the specifications of your choice with Infineon's Low-Voltage Scalable Drive Platform. |
Typical characteristics of these motor drives
Infineon offers motor inverter solutions for applications like e-motorcycles and other e-vehicles. Typical characteristics of these motor drives include high levels of peak transient power for a short duration, a wide operating speed range, functional safety, and high reliability. Common types of motors used in these high-power applications include Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM), switched reluctance motors and Brushless DC Motors (BLDC).
Safe, secure and high-performance motor control using Aurix TC3xxx. Efficient, powerful and reliable drive realized using OptiMOS 5 TOLG power MOSFET and isolated half-bridge gate driver.
| Product type | Part number | Description | Package | Quantity |
| MOSFETs | IPTG014N10NM5 | 100V OptiMOS 5 power MOSFET in TOLG (TO-Leaded with gullwing) package, high current rating >300 A, low Qg of 169nC | TOLG | 36 to 48 |
| Microcontroller | TC377TX | Aurix TC377TX 3 * Tricore @ 300MHz; Functional Safety ASIL - D; HSM (Hardware Security Module) Communication: 12-ch CAN-FD, 128-ch DMA |
LFBGA-292 | 1 |
| Gate Driver | 2EDB8259F* | Half-bridge gate driver with 3kV basic isolation based on Coreless Transformer (CT) technology, (UL1577), UVLO (4 types), DIS, STP/DTC, CMTI > 300 V/ns | DSO-16 | 3 |
| Position/Speed Sensor | TLE5014(D) | GMR angle sensors with a wide range of selectable interfaces ( SPC, SENT, PWM, SPI), low error rate < 1.0°, easy-to-use pre-configured sensors with high flexibility | DSO-16 | 1 |
| Current Sensor | TLE4972-AE35S5 | High-precision coreless current sensor with full-scale up to 31 mT for high current applications; two independent fast Over-Current Detection (OCD) pins with configurable thresholds | VSON-6 | 3 |
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Low voltage drives scalable power demoboard platform Design optimal Motor Inverter power-board for the specifications of your choice with Infineon's Low-Voltage Scalable Drive Platform. |
Typical characteristics of these motor drives
Infineon’s portfolio of motor inverter solutions is also suitable for use in e-Forklifts, material handling and MicroEVs (Low-Speed Electric Vehicles) which typically feature motor drive designs requiring a higher voltage and power output. Typical characteristics of these motor drives include high levels of peak transient power for a short duration, high levels of durability, reliability, and efficiency, and functional safety. Common types of motors used in these high-power applications include Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM), switched reluctance motors, Brushless DC Motors (BLDC), and AC Induction Motors (ACIM).
e-Forklifts MicroEVs
Infineon's product families adress different target markets. In this online course you will learn about the right quality requirement category for your application and which product to select for your design! By taking this course you will learn how to:
- Be familiar with Infineon’s measures to reduce the failure rate and to prove the quality level of a product
- Identify the right product based on given target application requirements
- Understand the different quality requirement categories of Infineon’s product portfolio
By taking this course you will learn about…
- the motor control and drive functional blocks
- Infineon offerings for these blocks
- the benefits of choosing Infineon solutions
- TOLG: TO-Leaded with gullwing.
- Balancing paralleled MOSFETs: The importance of parameter spread.
- Datasheet parameters and diagrams explanation - how to use them in applications.
- Introduction to MOSFET paralleling in high current applications.
- Get an introduction on why several MOSFETs connected in parallel are required in high current applications such as motor drives.
- Practical examples of MOSFET paralleling in high current applications.
- This video will show the MOSFET’s parameters affecting current sharing and quantify the current and power dissipation imbalance by bench test demonstration.
By taking this course you will learn about Battery-powered BLDC motor drive inverter design essentials such as:
- Critical design parameters for battery powered BLDC motor drives
- How critical MOSFET parameters affect power stage performance
- Critical board layout techniques for power stage optimization
- How to select a suitable gate driver
- Which heatsinks suit which applications
