FET-bipolar transistor combination

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to FET-bipolar transistor combinations. A transistor switching device is provided which exhibits relatively good voltage capability and relatively easy drive requirements to turn the device on and off. This reduces transient drive currents that can upset other components.

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technical field [0001] The present disclosure relates to combinations of field effect transistors and bipolar transistors. Background technique [0002] There is often a need to be able to switch relatively high voltages, often up to and in the range of 200 volts to 300 volts. Transistors that enable this can be integrated into integrated circuit packages with lower voltage processing and control circuitry. In many cases, it is convenient and cost effective to have such high voltage transistors on the same die as the lower voltage control circuitry. As a result, it is highly desirable to make all connections to such high voltage transistors on the same side of the wafer. Switching applications in this voltage range include motor control and inverters, dimmers, automotive switching where transient voltages due to inductive loads can occur, and overall mains voltage related switching in industrial and household appliances and for power supply for such appliances. [0003] ...

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However, it is generally desired that the drive load provided by such transistors be as small as possible, and this tends to be a problem with relatively large MOSFETs, since although they hold the gate at a constant voltage, the gate has a relatively large capacitance, and thus in The current flowing into and out of the gate during transistor switching can result in large transient current flows that can disrupt the operation of other circuits or cause noise in them due to such large current-induced fluctuations in the supply rail voltage

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