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  1.   Trademarks
  2. 1Understanding Different Thermal Metrics
  3. 2Understanding SOA Curves
  4. 3How to Create the SOA Curve
  5. 4Designing for Optimal Thermal Performance
  6. 5Summary

5 Summary

Due to the increased power loss in a power module, operation within their thermal limits must be considered. Power module data sheets provide SOA graphs to easily evaluate the thermal performance. A good power module design coupled with a good PCB design enables operation at high output currents and high temperatures.