Analytical Model for Device Currents in 5-Level Active Neutral Point Clamped Converter

Abstract

This paper presents a closed form analytical model for semiconductor and capacitor currents in a 5-Level Active Neutral Point Clamped Converter (5L-ANPC) topology. This model enables device selection, performance prediction, and design optimization of the topology. Models for the switch and FC currents are derived based on the topology's switching states. A model for input capacitor current is derived by analyzing the interaction of three phase legs of the topology. The model is verified using conventional time-domain switching simulation of the topology.