In the world of power electronics design, especially in cost-sensitive sectors, a common mantra is often heard: “Building your own board with discrete IGBTs is always cheaper and more flexible than buying a ready-made power module.” In my 15 years as an applications engineer, I’ve seen countless teams hold fast to this belief. However, as […]

Learn 5 expert tips for robust IGBT gate drive design to prevent catastrophic failure. Master gate resistance, negative bias, active Miller clamps, DESAT protection, and smart PCB layout for ultimate system reliability.