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Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc. AIP5D15K060Q4

Name: AIP5D15K060Q4
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Part No.:: AIP5D15K060Q4

Manufacturer:: Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.

Category:: Power Driver Modules

Package:: 23-PowerDIP Module (0.748", 19.00mm)

Datasheet:: AIP5D15K060Q4.pdf

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Overview

AIP5D15K060Q4 from Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is a 600V/15A three-phase inverter Intelligent Power Module (IPM) integrating trench-shielded planar gate IGBTs, high- and low-side HVIC drivers, bootstrap diodes with 100Ω built-in current-limiting resistors, UVLO, short-circuit protection (CSC), over-temperature monitoring (VOT), and controllable fault output (VCF). It operates across –40°C to 150°C and targets compact AC motor drives in home appliances.

For engineers reviewing the AIP5D15K060Q4 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this IPM delivers integrated gate driving, real-time fault signaling (VCF), temperature-sensing interface (VOT), and robust isolation (2000 Vrms/min) - all in an IPM-5 surface-mount package requiring no external optocouplers for MCU interfacing.

Technical Context

The AIP5D15K060Q4 integrates six IGBTs (three high-side, three low-side) with matched freewheeling diodes, driven by isolated HVICs that accept 3–18V Schmitt-trigger inputs. Its protection architecture includes independent under-voltage lockout for control supply (UVDT = 11.4V typ) and high-side bias rails (UVDBT = 9.5V typ), plus CSC detection via external shunt + RC filter on pin 13.

Temperature monitoring uses the VOT pin with linear analog output (0.77–2.55 V over 25–80°C) referenced to a 10kΩ pull-down; OT protection triggers at 130°C (typ) but requires MCU intervention to halt PWM. Fault signaling via open-drain VCF supports fixed (≥20 µs) or programmable pulse width using external R/C.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Rated Voltage / Current	600 V_CES, 15 A continuous output phase current at T_C = 25°C - defines maximum DC-link and load capability for 100–240 V_rms motor inverters.
Switching Performance	t_ON = 0.70 µs typ, t_OFF = 1.50 µs typ at 300 V, 7.5 A - enables 20 kHz PWM operation with minimal switching loss and shoot-through margin.
Thermal Resistance	R_th(j-c) = 4.5 K/W (IGBT), 6.9 K/W (FWD) - determines heatsink sizing for 28 W per IGBT at T_J ≤ 150°C.
Protection Thresholds	V_SC(ref) = 0.48 V typ, UVDT = 11.4 V typ, OTT = 130°C typ - set precise trip points for SC, supply undervoltage, and thermal faults without external circuitry.
Isolation & Interface	2000 V_rms/min isolation; 3–18 V input logic range with 1.1 V hysteresis - allows direct connection to 3.3 V or 5 V MCUs without level shifters.
Bootstrap Diode	V_F(BSD) = 1.0 V typ at 10 mA including 100 Ω series resistor - eliminates need for external bootstrap diodes and current-limiting resistors.

Pinout & Package

Package: IPM-5 (33.4 × 15 × 3.6 mm, surface-mount, 23-pin dual-in-line with heat sink side mounting).

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
1–3 (VB(U), VB(V), VB(W))	High-side bias voltage supply	Provides floating 15 V bias for U/V/W high-side gate drivers; each requires local bootstrap capacitor.
4,15 (COM)	Common ground reference	Dual COM pins; only pin 15 recommended for noise-sensitive control grounding to minimize CSC false triggers.
5–7, 9–11 (IN(UH)–IN(WL))	PWM input terminals	Six Schmitt-trigger inputs (3 high-side, 3 low-side); active-high, 2.6 V typical turn-on threshold.
12 (VCF)	Controllable fault output	Open-drain signal indicating SC/UV/OT faults; pulse width configurable via external R/C or fixed ≥20 µs with 10 kΩ pull-up.
13 (CSC)	Short-circuit sense input	Analog input for external shunt resistor + RC filter; trips at 0.48 V to disable all low-side IGBTs within 5 µs.
14 (VOT)	LVIC temperature monitor	Analog voltage output (0.77–2.55 V over 25–80°C); 10 kΩ pull-down enables temperature readback without OT shutdown.
16–18 (NU, NV, NW)	Negative DC-link terminals	Three separate low-inductance return paths for U/V/W phases - critical for accurate CSC sensing and EMI control.
19–21 (W, V, U)	Phase output terminals	Power outputs for W/V/U phases; must be routed separately from bootstrap returns to avoid shoot-through.
22 (P)	Positive DC-link input	Main high-current DC input; requires snubber capacitor (0.1–0.22 µF) close to pin for voltage spike suppression.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Built-in bootstrap diodes with 100 Ω limiting resistors	Eliminates 6 external diodes and 6 discrete resistors, reducing BOM count and layout area while ensuring consistent bootstrap charging.
Independent UVLO for VDD and VB rails	Prevents partial drive failure: low-side UVLO (11.4 V) disables all low-side IGBTs; high-side UVLO (9.5 V) disables only high-side IGBTs without fault signaling.
VOT-based temperature monitoring with user-selectable mode	Enables either real-time thermal feedback (10 kΩ pull-down) or automatic OT shutdown (open-circuit), supporting both closed-loop control and safety-critical response.
Configurable VCF fault pulse width	Supports system-level fault prioritization: fixed 20 µs pulses for fast diagnostics, or extended pulses (e.g., ~1.07 ms) via R/C to distinguish SC from UV/OT events.
Integrated CSC protection with <5 µs response	Shuts down all low-side IGBTs within 5 µs when V_CSC exceeds 0.48 V - meets IEC 60335-1 motor drive fault-clearing requirements.

Applications

Washing Machine Drive	Air Conditioner Compressor
Use Scenario: Variable-speed inverter drive for drum motor in top-load and front-load washing machines operating from 230 V_rms mains. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Three-phase IGBT inverter module providing PWM-controlled 0–20 kHz sinusoidal excitation to PMSM/BLDC motor; integrates gate driving, protection, and thermal feedback. Use Value: Reduces system component count by eliminating 6 gate drivers, 6 bootstrap diodes, and discrete protection ICs - enabling compact, cost-optimized PCB layouts meeting IEC 60335-1 Class II insulation.	Use Scenario: Inverter-driven scroll compressor in residential split-system air conditioners with 100–240 V_rms input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-efficiency 3-phase inverter stage delivering 1–15 kHz PWM to compressor motor; provides real-time VOT temperature data for adaptive cooling control. Use Value: Enables field-oriented control (FOC) with integrated thermal monitoring - avoids external thermistors and ADC channels while maintaining 130°C OT trip for compressor stall protection.
Fan Motor Control	Vacuum Cleaner Motor
Use Scenario: Compact axial/centrifugal fan in HVAC units or kitchen hoods, requiring quiet, efficient speed regulation from 230 V_rms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated inverter module handling 3-phase commutation, gate drive timing, and overcurrent shutdown - synchronized to MCU PWM with <1 µs dead-time control. Use Value: Achieves >95% efficiency at full load with built-in bootstrap diodes and low R_th(j-c), minimizing heatsink size and acoustic noise from forced-air cooling.	Use Scenario: High-RPM BLDC motor in cordless vacuum cleaners powered by 18–24 V battery packs stepped up to 300–400 V DC-link. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Compact 3-phase inverter managing 0–20 kHz PWM switching with integrated short-circuit protection triggered within 5 µs of overload event. Use Value: Prevents MOSFET/IGBT destruction during brushless motor stall or debris jam - critical for consumer product reliability and UL 60335-1 certification compliance.

Washing Machine Drive

Air Conditioner Compressor

Use Scenario: Variable-speed inverter drive for drum motor in top-load and front-load washing machines operating from 230 V_rms mains.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Three-phase IGBT inverter module providing PWM-controlled 0–20 kHz sinusoidal excitation to PMSM/BLDC motor; integrates gate driving, protection, and thermal feedback.

Use Value: Reduces system component count by eliminating 6 gate drivers, 6 bootstrap diodes, and discrete protection ICs - enabling compact, cost-optimized PCB layouts meeting IEC 60335-1 Class II insulation.

Use Scenario: Inverter-driven scroll compressor in residential split-system air conditioners with 100–240 V_rms input.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-efficiency 3-phase inverter stage delivering 1–15 kHz PWM to compressor motor; provides real-time VOT temperature data for adaptive cooling control.

Use Value: Enables field-oriented control (FOC) with integrated thermal monitoring - avoids external thermistors and ADC channels while maintaining 130°C OT trip for compressor stall protection.

Fan Motor Control

Vacuum Cleaner Motor

Use Scenario: Compact axial/centrifugal fan in HVAC units or kitchen hoods, requiring quiet, efficient speed regulation from 230 V_rms.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated inverter module handling 3-phase commutation, gate drive timing, and overcurrent shutdown - synchronized to MCU PWM with <1 µs dead-time control.

Use Value: Achieves >95% efficiency at full load with built-in bootstrap diodes and low R_th(j-c), minimizing heatsink size and acoustic noise from forced-air cooling.

Use Scenario: High-RPM BLDC motor in cordless vacuum cleaners powered by 18–24 V battery packs stepped up to 300–400 V DC-link.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Compact 3-phase inverter managing 0–20 kHz PWM switching with integrated short-circuit protection triggered within 5 µs of overload event.

Use Value: Prevents MOSFET/IGBT destruction during brushless motor stall or debris jam - critical for consumer product reliability and UL 60335-1 certification compliance.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar three-phase inverter module applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
FSB50550	600 V/15 A, but uses discrete HVICs without integrated bootstrap diodes or VOT; requires external 6 bootstrap diodes and 6 current-limiting resistors.	Lacks integrated temperature monitoring and controllable VCF - needs external comparator and fault latch for OT/SC signaling.	Choose FSB50550 only if legacy design reuse or higher thermal margin (R_th(j-c) = 3.8 K/W) outweighs added BOM and layout complexity.
IRAMX16UP60A	600 V/16 A, includes VOT and VCF, but lacks independent high-side UVLO and has fixed 20 µs VCF pulse only - no R/C programmability.	Supports same motor classes but offers no configurable fault pulse width, limiting diagnostic granularity in multi-fault systems.	Select IRAMX16UP60A when standardized fault reporting suffices and higher current rating justifies larger IPM-27 package footprint.

Compared with FSB50550 and IRAMX16UP60A, the AIP5D15K060Q4 uniquely combines integrated bootstrap diodes with 100 Ω resistors, independent high-/low-side UVLO, and R/C-configurable VCF - delivering lower system-level BOM count, finer fault discrimination, and simplified thermal management for space-constrained appliance inverters.

Availability

AIP5D15K060Q4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for washing machine drives, air conditioner compressors, and vacuum cleaner motor controls requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant green manufacturing.

Supply support for AIP5D15K060Q4 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Alpha & Omega Semiconductor (AOS) is a fabless power semiconductor company specializing in high-efficiency MOSFETs, IGBTs, and intelligent power modules for consumer, industrial, and computing applications.

The AIP5D15K060Q4 belongs to AOS's Dual-In-Line Package Intelligent Power Module (IPM) family, engineered for cost-sensitive, space-constrained AC motor drives in white goods - emphasizing integration, protection robustness, and direct MCU interoperability.

FAQ

What is the maximum DC-link voltage supported by the AIP5D15K060Q4?

The AIP5D15K060Q4 supports a maximum continuous DC-link voltage of 450 V between P and NU/NV/NW terminals, with a non-repetitive surge rating of 500 V. Its self-protection supply voltage limit for short-circuit events is 400 V at T_J = 150°C, ensuring safe operation under transient overvoltage conditions common in appliance rectifier stages.

How does the AIP5D15K060Q4 implement short-circuit protection?

The AIP5D15K060Q4 implements short-circuit protection exclusively on the low-side IGBTs via the CSC pin (pin 13), which monitors voltage across an external shunt resistor. When the sensed voltage exceeds 0.48 V (typ), it disables all low-side IGBTs within 5 µs. The protection requires an external RC filter and is not active for high-side faults.

Can the AIP5D15K060Q4 be directly driven by a 3.3 V microcontroller?

Yes, the AIP5D15K060Q4 accepts 3–18 V logic inputs with a 2.6 V typical turn-on threshold and 1.1 V hysteresis, making it compatible with 3.3 V MCUs. However, when using 3.3 V control, a clamp diode is recommended between the MCU's VDD and the VOT pin to prevent overvoltage damage during high-temperature operation (VOT can reach 2.55 V at 80°C).

What is the function of the VOT pin on the AIP5D15K060Q4?

The VOT pin on the AIP5D15K060Q4 provides an analog voltage output (0.77–2.55 V) proportional to the internal LVIC temperature (25–80°C). With a 10 kΩ pull-down resistor, it enables continuous temperature monitoring; left open, it activates over-temperature protection at 130°C (typ), requiring MCU intervention to halt PWM and prevent thermal runaway.

Does the AIP5D15K060Q4 require external optocouplers for isolation?

No, the AIP5D15K060Q4 does not require external optocouplers. Its integrated HVICs provide 2000 V_rms/min galvanic isolation between control and power domains, allowing direct connection of MCU GPIOs to the six IN(x) pins - significantly simplifying layout and reducing bill-of-materials cost.

AIP5D15K060Q4 Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.

Series:: -

Package/Case:: 23-PowerDIP Module (0.748", 19.00mm)

Packaging:: Tube

Product Status:: Active

Type:: IGBT

Configuration:: 3 Phase Inverter

Current:: 15 A

Voltage:: 600 V

Voltage - Isolation:: 2000Vrms

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Through Hole

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