Pin of CAS480M12HM3

Emma

Hello, I am currently researching the characteristics of CAS480M12HM3
I see that there are two pairs of pin 7, pin 6, pin 5 and pin 4 of CAS480M12HM3. Are the input signals from these two pairs the same? Why do you need to design two pairs of pins?

This is very important for my research. I look forward to your reply. Thank you

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AustinC

Hi Emma,

The pairs of signal pins are connected internally, so you have the option to only utilize 1 pin per signal if desired. To clarify, both of the G1 pins are connected inside the module, and separately, both of the G2 pins are also connected inside the module. The kelvin-source pins follow the same logic.

The addition of a second pin improves the reliability of the system as this creates redundancy for the crucial control signals of the module. If a high-vibration environment were to lead to a brief disconnection of a gate or kelvin-source pin, the module could be damaged due to a shoot-through event or losing gate control in the linear region could force excessive losses onto the switch position leading to premature failure. Also, the inclusion of multiple signal pins reduces the gate loop inductance.

Thanks,

Austin C.