18 Which Switch to Choose ? | Power Electronics

The video tutorial covers a comprehensive analysis of a circuit using MOSFETs and IGBTs, focusing on avoiding heat sinks by maintaining junction temperatures below 100 degrees Celsius. The instructor explains the circuit setup, analyzes data sheets for component selection, and calculates conduction and switching losses. A practical test using a thermal camera validates the theoretical calculations, demonstrating the importance of data sheet analysis and loss calculations in component selection.

Discuss the importance of thermal resistance in the context of the devices used.

What role does the gate driver play in the switching process?

What were the results of the thermal tests conducted on the different switches?

Summarize the key findings from the lecture regarding conduction and switching losses.