STMicroelectronics EVALPWD13F60

Overview

EVALPWD13F60 from STMicroelectronics is a high-voltage evaluation board designed to demonstrate the PWD13F60 full-bridge power driver IC, integrating four 600 V N-channel MOSFETs and gate drivers in a QFN-48 package. It supports full-bridge and dual half-bridge topologies, delivers up to 2 A_RMS load current without forced airflow, and features UVLO protection, interlocking logic, and internal bootstrap diodes for industrial motor control validation.

For engineers reviewing the EVALPWD13F60 datasheet, EVALPWD13F60 pinout, EVALPWD13F60 application, or EVALPWD13F60 equivalent, this board enables rapid prototyping of high-density 600 V motor drives, DC-AC inverters, and ballast circuits with validated thermal performance (R_th(J-A) = 18 °C/W) and plug-and-play signal/power header access.

Technical Context

The EVALPWD13F60 implements a complete reference design for the PWD13F60 power system-in-package, featuring dual independent half-bridge channels with integrated high-side gate drivers supplied via on-board bootstrap diodes. Input compatibility spans 3.3 V to 15 V with hysteresis and pull-down, and interlocking logic prevents cross-conduction between complementary switches.

Its 48 × 53 mm FR-4 PCB includes optimized thermal layout with 18 °C/W junction-to-ambient resistance, ceramic capacitor network (100 nF to 33 nF, 25–630 V), and 12-pin header interfaces (J1/J2) for seamless MCU or sensor integration in compact industrial drive systems.

Key Specifications

Availability

EVALPWD13F60 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, HID ballasts, and DC-AC converter development requiring stable component supply, traceable sourcing, and long-term BOM continuity.

Supply support for EVALPWD13F60 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, specializing in power management, microcontrollers, and analog/mixed-signal solutions for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.

The EVALPWD13F60 belongs to ST's high-voltage power evaluation platform family, engineered to accelerate adoption of integrated power driver ICs in compact, thermally efficient motor and lighting control systems.

FAQ

What is the maximum continuous load current supported by EVALPWD13F60 without forced cooling?

The board sustains 2 A_RMS continuous output current under natural convection, verified by its measured R_th(J-A) of 18 °C/W and thermal layout using 1206/0805 ceramic capacitors and optimized copper pour. This rating assumes ambient temperature ≤ 50 °C and standard FR-4 board thickness.

Does EVALPWD13F60 support both full-bridge and independent half-bridge configurations?

Yes - the board routes all four power switch terminals and gate driver inputs separately, enabling either full-bridge operation or two isolated half-bridges. Jumper JP2 configures interlock mode, and input headers J1/J2 allow independent PWM signal injection per channel.

Are the bootstrap diodes on EVALPWD13F60 internal to the PWD13F60 IC or external components?

The bootstrap diodes are internal to the PWD13F60 IC, as confirmed in the device datasheet and schematic (Figure 1). The EVALPWD13F60 board relies solely on these integrated diodes - no external bootstrap diodes are populated in the bill of materials.

Can EVALPWD13F60 be used with 3.3 V microcontrollers directly?

Yes - the PWD13F60 inputs accept 3.3 V logic levels with built-in hysteresis and pull-down resistors, eliminating level-shifting requirements. The board's input header (J1/J2) connects directly to 3.3 V MCU GPIOs, provided V_CC is ≥ 6.5 V for proper gate drive voltage generation.