Characterization tools

Semiconductor Device Characterization Tool (IGBT)

Simplorer offers two types of IGBT characterization (Dynamic and Average). The Dynamic model yields more accurate switching details, while the Average model simulates much faster and incorporates average modeling techniques for switching losses. Both utilize data sheet information from the manufacture as inputs for the characterization.

Power Module Characterization Tool (DC/DC Converters)

Simplorer offers a unique approach to modeling DC/DC converters based on Data sheets and Test Data. This tool treats the DC/DC converter as a "black box" (ie details of the power stage and feedback control are not required). The resultant model is created in VHDL-AMS and can be imported into Simplorer for the overall power system simulation. Because this is a behavioral model and not a "switching" model, the simulation times are greatly improved over a discrete implementation of the converter. The tool also comes with a vast library of existing models from a long list of converter manufacturers. Note this tool is available in the SMPS Power Package option