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Bridge the Gap Between Cost and Performance with HOPERF Gate Drivers and Free PCBA prototypes - NextPCB Accelerator #10

Posted:09:56 AM April 28, 2025 writer: Carmen Zheng

At NextPCB, we're committed to breaking down obstacles to innovation. That's why we launched the NextPCB Accelerator—a pioneering sponsorship program designed to empower developers, makers, and engineers to turn bold ideas into reality.

Now, NextPCB has teamed up with HOPERF to offer free PCBA prototypes on designs that use HOPERF's low-cost gate drivers, including the reinforced isolation dual-channel gate driver series CMT8602X, or single-channel isolated gate driver series CMT8603X.

Why CMT8602/3X Drivers from HOPERF?

HOPERF is a Chinese-based semiconductor company that develops cost effective yet high performance silicon products focusing on wireless RF and sensor products covering automotive, industrial IoT, consumer electronics.

The CMT8602/3X gate drivers are suitable for industrial motor drivers, solar/wind inverters, switched-mode power supplies (SMPS) and battery management systems (BMS), offering robust isolation and exceptional value compared to Western brand alternatives.

CMT8602X is a reinforced isolation, dual-channel gate driver from HOPERF, designed for high-voltage applications requiring robust and reliable switching of MOSFETs, IGBTs, and SiC/GaN devices.

CMT8603X is a single-channel isolated gate driver which is pin-compatible with popular opto-coupled gate drivers, providing better reliability and aging performance, higher working temperature, shorter propagation delay and smaller pulse width distortion.

Now validating HOPERF gate drivers has never been easier with free prototypes from NextPCB.

What's Included in the Program?

Free Prototyping Support: Get 2 free PCBA units, including PCB fabrication, components, assembly, and worldwide shipping (valued up to USD $500).
Comprehensive Technical Support: Get expert assistance with manufacturing engineering, design guidance, certification, and production.
Personalized Assistance: Receive dedicated one-on-one support throughout your manufacturing journey.

Who Can Participate?

While we prioritize business projects, we welcome hobbyist designs that contribute to the open-source community and showcase interesting applications using HOPERF CMT8602/3X gate drivers. All submissions must be original - publicly available designs are not eligible for sponsorship.

Campaign participants can only take advantage of one NextPCB Accelerator sponsorship per month.

Why NextPCB?

Manufacture your design with NextPCB to take advantage of these benefits:

Professional Assembly: Our precision pick-and-place machines, advanced inspection equipment, and rigorous quality control ensure reliable, high-quality results.
Prototype and Scale-up Assistance: From initial prototype to volume production, we provide seamless technical support—eliminating the need to coordinate multiple suppliers.
Batch Programming and Testing: Access comprehensive IC programming, firmware burning, and functional testing services. NextPCB offers free functional testing for up to 10 units—perfect for this free PCBA campaign.

How to Get Started

1. Contact our support team (support@nextpcb.com) to register your project and specify its purpose. We can sign an NDA to protect your intellectual property.

2. Submit your PCBA inquiry through our quotation system and follow instructions to claim your 2 free PCBA units.

At NextPCB, we're committed to helping you scale your projects with confidence. Start your development journey today with our Accelerator program and comprehensive production support.

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