Encoder evaluation board PEPPER

laser controller

Overview
PEPPER is a flexible power converter and digital amplifier for precise control, testing, and characterization of electrical power components. It can regulate both current and voltage outputs and is suitable for different load types, such as inductive, resistive, or capacitive loads.

Advantages

• High power density in a compact design
• High efficiency, accuracy, and bandwidth
• Low noise and low residual ripple
• Control via PWM or PDM possible
• Good EMC and EMI performance
• Overload and short-circuit protection
• Configurable as source or load
• Compatible with the MINT FPGA development board

Application Areas

• Testing and characterization of power components
• Power supplies, transformers, and inductors
• Actuators and solenoids
• Motors, e.g. DC, BLDC, or AC induction motors
• Piezo actuators, laser and LED modulation
• Heating systems
• Battery charging and discharging tests
• Hardware-in-the-loop tests and development environments

Key Technical Data

• Product type: power converter / digital amplifier
• System name: PEPPER
• Technology: GaN FETs
• Number of channels: 4
• Supply voltage: 0 V to 50 V
• Output voltage: 0 V to 48 V
• Output current: -5 A to +5 A
• Efficiency: up to 98%
• Output power: up to 960 W
• Form factor: FMC card