Double resonant solid state tesla coil

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The discussion centers on the configuration of a double resonant solid state Tesla coil utilizing a 600V 300A full bridge of CM300 IGBTs. The participant inquires about the suitability of a 0.660µF tank capacitor in relation to their MMC, which consists of two strings of three 1µF capacitors rated for 2000V. The effectiveness of the tank capacitor is contingent upon the operational frequency and the overall circuit design, which requires further details for a comprehensive assessment.

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So, the igbt bridge system i have going is a 600 volt 300 amp full bridge of cm300 igbt's and i was wondering if a .660uf tank capacitor is too big for my system. The mmc is made out of 2000 volt 1uf capacitors, 2 strings of 3 in series. Thank you.
 
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It is a bit hard to answer that question without a circuit diagram with details of the coils.
The mmc is 0.66uF. How does it relate to the tank circuit?
What is the frequency of operation?
 

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