Which EVs have bidirectional onboard Chargers?

Many EVs on the market today, such as Kia, Hyundai, BYD, and Cybertruck, come equipped with built-in bidirectional onboard chargers (OBC). These chargers make it easy for the vehicle to directly output AC power, allowing users to simply plug into the car using a basic power strip — no extra hardware or converters needed.

What are the requirements for DC link discharge?

In this context, the automotive standard LV123 defines strict requirements for DC link discharge. It mandates that the voltage on the DC link (up to e.g 950 V) must be reduced to a safe level (typically below 50 V) within defined time limits: using passive discharge within 2 minutes and active discharge within 2 seconds. Figure 1.

What is a high-voltage DC link?

Image used courtesy of Adobe Stock High-voltage DC links are central to a wide range of power electronic systems in electric and hybrid vehicles—including inverters relying on large capacitors (e.g 1 mF) to stabilize the voltage, reduce ripple, and support efficient control and operation.

Should you use a gate driver for DC link discharging?

By using an integrated gate driver for DC link discharging, you can shrink BOM costs, save PCB space, and simplify your EV powertrain design. This article is published by EEPower as part of an exclusive digital content partnership with Bodo’s Power Systems.

What is the gd3162 EV inverter?

The GD3162 offers a compelling new approach for designers of EV inverters, where every component must contribute to compactness, reliability, and cost efficiency.