Product Sheet for Cobra

SPDN Series
COBRA
SENSITRON
SEMICONDUCTOR
Product Brief 5038, Rev C
COBRA Series Programmable Multi-Channel
Solid State Power Controllers
The Cobra Series of Programmable Multi-Channel Solid
State Power Controllers (SSPC) are multi-channel,
microcontroller based, Solid State Power Controller boards
designed to for 28VDC applications. Each channel of the
Cobra series is software programmable for rated current
up to 25A and can operate grouped with other channels to
support large loads up to 150A of current. The Cobra is
intended to be used where multiple Solid State Power
Controller channels need to be co-located on the same
card or in a power distribution box. These boards have
integrated current sensing, temperature and voltage
sensing with no derating over the full operating
temperature range and communicate with the system
controller over an RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 serial bus.
Features:
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Up to 6 channels can be grouped together
Programmable from 1 Amp to 25 Amps
Parallel channel capability up to 150 amps
Trip disable and maintenance modes
Power-up and continuous built-in test
Non-volatile storage of parameters
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True I t and thermal memory protection
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Internally generated isolated supply
High control circuit isolation
Soft turn-on to reduce EMC issues
Trip-free reset circuit
Optically isolated input and outputs
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-55 C to 100 C operating temp range
No heat sinking required
Benefits:
Sensitron’s SSPC technology and products combine functionalities of electro-mechanical breakers, solid
state relays and system monitors and provide the following benefits to our customers:
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Electrical load protection and monitoring - current, voltage and temperature measurements
Operational improvements by allowing for diagnostics, prognostics and condition-based maintenance
Life cycle cost savings and reduced cost of ownership
Increased radius of operation through power budgeting and load shedding
Crew offloading and network-controlled intelligent load management
Application Areas:
Sensitron’s SSPC products are ideal for use in Power Management applications in the following markets:
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Military Ground Vehicles
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Marine Vessels
Test & Industrial Equipment
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Communication and Command Centers
Energy Exploration Equipment
Off Highway and Heavy Duty Vehicles
Medical Emergency Vehicles
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SEMICONDUCTOR
SPDN Series – COBRA
Product Brief 5038, Rev C
Figure 1 – Block Diagram
I/O DEFINITIONS
Control & Status (TTL/CMOS Compatible)
5.0V DC Nominal, 7.0V DC Absolute Maximum
4.5V to 5.5 VDC
105 mA typ
150 mA, max (RS-422/RS-485 Serial I/O)
Voh=3.7V, min, at Ioh=-20mA
Vol=0.4V, max, at Iol=20mA
BIAS (Vcc)
BIAS (Vcc) Current
BIT* Output
MAINTENANCE MODE and BATTLESHORT Inputs
VT+ (Positive-going input threshold voltage)
VT− (Negative-going input threshold voltage)
VT Hysteresis (VT+ VT−)
Power
Input Voltage – Continuous
– Transient
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Power Dissipation – Single Channel
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Power Dissipation – Six Channels
(Each channel at indicated current)
Output Rise Time (turn-on)
Output Fall Time under normal turn-off
Output Fall Time under Fault
Min Load Requirement
2.0V, min, 3.5V, max
1.2V, min, 2.3V, max
0.6V, min, 1.4V, max
0 to 40V DC, 50V DC Absolute Maximum
+600V or –600V Spike (< 10 uS)
< 0.68W typ @ 15A @ 25C
< 2.25W max @ 25A @ 25C
< 4.5W typ @ 15A @ 25C
< 15.0W max @ 25A @ 25C
760 sec typ, 500 sec, min.
160 sec typ, 100 sec, min.
75 sec typ
Nil
Table 1- Electrical Characteristics
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SEMICONDUCTOR
SPDN Series – COBRA
Product Brief 5038, Rev C
Figure 2 – Trip Times
The Cobra Series board measures current for each individual channel and calculates I2t and Instant Trip. If
the trip condition is met, the channel turns of 28VDC rails from the load. This condition is stored on the
board and can be queried by the Power Management Computer (PMC) via the communications interface.
Figure 3 – Outline Drawing
SUPPORT
Sensitron’s Graphical User Interface provides a quick way to interact with the Diamondback board. This PC- based
program is designed for lab use and enables the user to evaluate the board. The GUI sends the commands to the board
to perform tasks such as channel turn on/off, measurement readings, channel paralleling, etc.
Please contact the factory to obtain a copy of this program.
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SEMICONDUCTOR
SPDN Series – COBRA
Product Brief 5038, Rev C
COMPLIANT DOCUMENTS & STANDARDS
MIL-STD-1275D
Characteristics of 28 Volt DC Electrical Systems in Military Vehicles
MIL-STD-704F
Aircraft Electrical Power Characteristics
MIL-STD-217F, Notice 2
Reliability Prediction of Electronic Equipment
PART NUMBERING ORDERING INFORMATION:
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S P D N 0 6
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Number of
channels
Product Family
N= Cobra
M = Diamondback
F= Four Channel
Current Direction
D = Direct Current
A = Alternating Current
SP= SENSITRON POWER
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Baud Rate
1 = 1Mbaud
2 = 500kbaud
3 = 250kbaud
4 = 125kbaud
5 = 115.2kbaud
6 = 57.6baud
7 = 19.2kbaud
8 = 9.6kbaud
9 = 2.4kbaud
A = 1.2kbaud
Communication
Interface
A = RS-232
B = RS-422*
C = CAN*
D = Discrete*
N = Ethernet*
M = RS-485
* Contact Factory
Channel Combination
0
1
Channel Offering
Group 1
4x 1A - 25A
6x 1A – 25A
Group 2
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SEMICONDUCTOR
SPDN Series – COBRA
Product Brief 5038, Rev C
DISCLAIMER:
1- The information given herein, including the specifications and dimensions, is subject to change without prior notice to improve product
characteristics. Before ordering, purchasers are advised to contact the Sensitron Semiconductor sales department for the latest version of the
datasheet(s).
2- In cases where extremely high reliability is required (such as use in nuclear power control, aerospace and aviation, traffic equipment, medical
equipment , and safety equipment) , safety should be ensured by using semiconductor devices that feature assured safety or by means of users’
fail-safe precautions or other arrangement .
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