Emitter-switched power actuator with integrated Zener diode between source and base

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PATENT NO 7868382
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11971158

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A power actuator of the emitter-switched type is described, the power actuator comprising at least one high voltage bipolar transistor and a low voltage DMOS transistor connected in cascode configuration between a collector terminal of the bipolar transistor and a source terminal of the DMOS transistor and having respective control terminals. Advantageously, the power actuator further comprises at least a Zener diode, inserted between the source terminal of the DMOS transistor and the control transistor of the bipolar transistor.

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  • STMICROELECTRONICS S.R.L.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Enea, Vincenzo Catania, IT 18 48
Ronsisvalle, Cesare San Giovanni la Punta, IT 20 143

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