STMicroelectronics STEVAL-IPMM10B

Overview

STEVAL-IPMM10B from STMicroelectronics is a compact 1200 W three-phase motor drive power evaluation board built around the STIB1060DM2T-L SLLIMM™ 2nd series intelligent power module (IPM), featuring 600 V / 10 A n-channel super-junction MOSFETs with integrated fast-recovery diodes, undervoltage lockout, NTC-based temperature monitoring, and hardware overcurrent protection. It supports field-oriented control (FOC) for PMSM/BLDC and induction motors in white goods, air conditioners, and high-end power tools.

For engineers reviewing the STEVAL-IPMM10B datasheet, STEVAL-IPMM10B pinout, STEVAL-IPMM10B application, or STEVAL-IPMM10B equivalent, key selection considerations include its 125–400 VDC input range, dual current-sensing architecture (dedicated op-amps or MCU-based), Hall/encoder interface compatibility, and STM32 MCU board interoperability for rapid motor control prototyping.

Technical Context

The board implements a complete 3-phase inverter stage using the STIB1060DM2T-L IPM - a DBC-packaged module integrating six 0.18 Ω typ. MOSFETs, bootstrap gate drivers, fault reporting (SD pin), and internal NTC for thermal protection. Its control interface accepts PWM signals (HINu/v/w, LINu/v/w) and provides isolated fault feedback (TSO) and temperature sensing output.

Current sensing supports both single-shunt and three-shunt configurations via on-board TSV994 op-amps or external MCU ADC inputs, enabling precise phase current reconstruction for FOC. The Hall/encoder section includes configurable pull-up/pull-down networks and signal conditioning for A/B/Z quadrature or commutation signals.

Key Specifications

Availability

STEVAL-IPMM10B is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for motor control development, FOC algorithm validation, and 3-phase inverter qualification requiring stable component supply, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle continuity.

Supply support for STEVAL-IPMM10B 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, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power devices, sensors, and analog ICs for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.

This board belongs to ST's STEVAL motor control evaluation platform family, engineered to accelerate adoption of STPOWER SLLIMM IPMs and STM32-based FOC solutions in high-efficiency, space-constrained motor drives.

FAQ

What microcontrollers is STEVAL-IPMM10B compatible with?

STEVAL-IPMM10B is designed for direct interface with ST's STM32-based motor control boards (e.g., X-NUCLEO-IHM07M1, EVAL-STLUX385A), using standard 32-pin motor control connector pinout. It accepts 3.3 V logic-level PWM inputs and provides fault/temperature signals compatible with STM32 TIM and ADC peripherals.

Does STEVAL-IPMM10B support single-shunt current sensing?

Yes - the board supports both single-shunt and three-shunt topologies. Jumpers SW1–SW4 configure shunt placement and op-amp routing. With single-shunt, current reconstruction relies on precise timing synchronization between PWM edges and ADC sampling, implemented in STM32 firmware using MCSDK.

What thermal protection mechanisms are implemented?

The STIB1060DM2T-L IPM includes an integrated NTC thermistor. The board routes its output to the TSO pin, providing an analog voltage proportional to die temperature. This signal connects directly to an MCU ADC input, enabling real-time thermal monitoring and software-initiated shutdown before hardware fault activation.

Can STEVAL-IPMM10B be used without an ST MCU board?

Yes - the 32-pin motor control connector exposes all critical signals (PWM, fault, current sense outputs, Hall/encoder inputs, power rails). Engineers may interface it with custom controllers using the documented pin mapping in DB4140, though STM32 firmware libraries (MCSDK) and STSW-POWERSTUDIO tools are optimized for ST ecosystems.