Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc. AOTF15B65M2
- Part No.:
- AOTF15B65M2
- Manufacturer:
- Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.
- Category:
- Single IGBTs
- Package:
- TO-220-3
- Datasheet:
-
AOTF15B65M2.pdf
- Description:
- IGBT 650V 15A TO220
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Product details
Overview
AOTF15B65M2 from Alpha & Omega Semiconductor is a 650V, 15A trench-gate field-stop IGBT with integrated soft/fast anti-parallel diode, designed for hard-switching motor control stages in home appliances and industrial drives. It delivers 1.7V VCE(sat) at TJ=25°C, 94ns tD(off), and 298ns diode trr under 15A/200A/μs conditions.
For engineers reviewing the AOTF15B65M2 datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include short-circuit ruggedness (5μs withstand at 150°C), junction-to-case thermal resistance (3.5°C/W for diode, 3.7°C/W for IGBT), and gate charge profile (32nC total) for optimized gate driver sizing.
Technical Context
The AOTF15B65M2 implements AlphaIGBT™ trench-gate field-stop architecture with co-packaged soft-recovery diode, enabling low conduction loss and controlled turn-off dv/dt. Its 650V breakdown voltage supports 400V DC bus operation with margin, while 15A continuous current rating at TC=100°C targets compact inverter designs.
Thermal design relies on TO-220F package with isolated tab and 3.5–3.7°C/W RθJC paths for both IGBT and diode die. Switching behavior is characterized at VGE=15V, RG=20Ω, and TJ=25°C/150°C, with Eon/Eoff values of 0.29/0.20mJ and 0.32/0.34mJ respectively across temperature.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCE(BR) | 650V - Supports 400V DC bus with 62.5% voltage margin for surge handling |
| VCE(sat) | 1.7V @ TJ=25°C, IC=15A - Enables <1.5W conduction loss at rated current |
| tSC | 5μs @ VGE=15V, VCC≤400V, TJ≤150°C - Allows robust short-circuit protection timing |
| trr (diode) | 298ns @ IF=15A, dI/dt=200A/μs, TJ=25°C - Reduces switching loss and EMI in freewheeling path |
| RθJC (IGBT) | 3.7°C/W - Enables ~45W power dissipation at ΔT=167°C case-to-junction rise |
| Qg | 32nC @ VCE=520V, IC=15A - Determines gate driver peak current requirement (~1.6A @ 20ns rise) |
| Etotal | 0.49mJ @ TJ=25°C - Sets total switching energy budget per cycle at rated conditions |
Pinout & Package
TO-220F package with electrically isolated metal tab, 3-pin configuration, and 1/8" lead soldering tolerance up to 300°C for 5 seconds.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G | Gate terminal | Controls IGBT conduction via ±30V-rated voltage; requires 32nC charge for full turn-on |
| C | Collector terminal | High-side switch node; handles 650V blocking and 15A continuous current |
| E | Emitter terminal | Common emitter reference for IGBT and cathode connection for integrated diode |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AlphaIGBT™ trench-gate field-stop structure | Reduces VCE(sat) by 12% vs. planar IGBTs at same voltage class, lowering conduction loss |
| Soft fast-recovery anti-parallel diode | 298ns trr with low Qrr (0.7mC) minimizes reverse recovery loss and voltage overshoot |
| High short-circuit ruggedness | Withstands 5μs short circuit at 150°C junction temperature without failure |
| Low EMI switching profile | Controlled turn-off dv/dt and soft diode recovery reduce conducted and radiated emissions |
| Thermally optimized TO-220F package | 3.5°C/W diode and 3.7°C/W IGBT RθJC enable higher power density than standard TO-220 |
Applications
| Vacuum Cleaner Motor Inverter | Sewing Machine Drive Stage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-speed BLDC motor control in cordless vacuum cleaners requiring compact 400V DC bus inverters. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in 3-phase inverter leg; operates at 15–25kHz PWM with 15A peak phase current. Use Value: 1.7V VCE(sat) reduces conduction loss by ~20% vs. comparable 650V IGBTs, extending battery runtime. |
Use Scenario: Variable-speed AC induction motor drive in industrial sewing machines with frequent start-stop cycles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Half-bridge switch controlling motor winding current; handles repetitive 15A pulsed loads at 10kHz. Use Value: 5μs short-circuit withstand time enables reliable overcurrent protection without desaturation circuit complexity. |
| Fan/Pump Inverter Module | Home Appliance Power Stage |
Use Scenario: Energy-efficient centrifugal fan control in HVAC systems using sensorless FOC algorithms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Upper-leg IGBT in 3-phase inverter; switches at 16kHz with 12A RMS current. Use Value: 298ns diode trr limits reverse recovery loss to <0.15mJ, improving efficiency at light loads. |
Use Scenario: Compact inverter for washing machine drum motor operating from 310V PFC output. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch in 650V inverter bridge; conducts 15A continuous at TC=100°C. Use Value: TO-220F isolation allows direct heatsink mounting without insulating pads, reducing thermal resistance by 0.5°C/W. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar IGBT switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STGP15H60DF | 600V rating, 1.85V VCE(sat), no integrated diode - requires external ultrafast diode | Limited to ≤350V DC bus; higher conduction loss; needs separate diode layout and thermal management | Choose when cost sensitivity outweighs integration benefit and bus voltage stays below 350V |
| IXYS IXYP15N65C3 | 650V, 1.8V VCE(sat), 350ns trr diode, higher Qg (45nC) | Higher switching loss (Etotal=0.72mJ), slower diode recovery increases EMI filtering burden | Prefer when legacy gate driver supports higher Qg and diode softness is less critical than peak current rating |
Compared with STGP15H60DF and IXYP15N65C3, the AOTF15B65M2 provides superior integration (co-packaged soft diode), lower conduction loss (1.7V vs. ≥1.8V), and tighter thermal resistance (3.7°C/W vs. ≥4.2°C/W), enabling smaller heatsinks and simpler PCB layout in 400V motor drives.
Availability
AOTF15B65M2 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for vacuum cleaner motor inverters, sewing machine drive stages, and fan/pump control modules requiring stable component supply and qualified industrial-grade reliability.
Supply support for AOTF15B65M2 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 power ICs for consumer, industrial, and computing markets.
The AOTF15B65M2 belongs to AOS' AlphaIGBT™ family, engineered specifically for high-frequency hard-switching motor drives where low VCE(sat), soft diode recovery, and short-circuit ruggedness are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable short-circuit duration for AOTF15B65M2?
The AOTF15B65M2 supports a maximum short-circuit withstand time of 5μs under conditions of VGE=15V, VCC≤400V, and TJ≤150°C. This specification assumes single-event stress; repeated short circuits must be limited to fewer than 1000 events with ≥1 second between occurrences. The AOTF15B65M2 datasheet defines this limit in Absolute Maximum Ratings on page 1.
Does AOTF15B65M2 include an integrated freewheeling diode?
Yes, the AOTF15B65M2 integrates a soft and fast recovery anti-parallel diode in the same TO-220F package. Its diode exhibits 298ns reverse recovery time (trr) and 0.7mC reverse recovery charge (Qrr) at IF=15A, dI/dt=200A/μs, and TJ=25°C. This co-packaged diode eliminates external diode placement and matching requirements for inverter half-bridge legs.
What is the thermal resistance from junction to case for the IGBT and diode sections of AOTF15B65M2?
The AOTF15B65M2 specifies separate junction-to-case thermal resistances: 3.7°C/W for the IGBT die and 3.5°C/W for the diode die. These values are measured under standard test conditions and reflect independent thermal paths within the TO-220F package. Both values are listed in the Thermal Characteristics table on page 1 of the AOTF15B65M2 datasheet.
Can AOTF15B65M2 operate continuously at 15A with case temperature at 100°C?
Yes, the AOTF15B65M2 is rated for 15A continuous collector current (IC) at TC=100°C, as confirmed in the Absolute Maximum Ratings table. This rating assumes proper heatsinking to maintain the case temperature at or below 100°C, and accounts for derating effects up to the maximum junction temperature of 150°C. The AOTF15B65M2 datasheet shows current de-rating curves on page 4.
What gate resistor value is recommended for optimal switching performance of AOTF15B65M2?
A gate resistor of 20Ω is used in the AOTF15B65M2 datasheet's switching characterization (pages 2–3), yielding tD(on)=15ns, tr=18ns, tD(off)=94ns, and tf=14ns at TJ=25°C. For higher efficiency, a lower RG (e.g., 10–15Ω) reduces switching loss but increases EMI; for EMI-sensitive designs, 25–33Ω improves softness at the cost of 10–15% higher Eoff. The AOTF15B65M2 gate charge curve (Figure 7) supports precise RG selection.
AOTF15B65M2 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Alpha & Omega Semiconductor Inc.
- Series:
- Alpha IGBT™
- Package/Case:
- TO-220-3
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- IGBT Type:
- -
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 650 V
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 30 A
- Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):
- 45 A
- Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:
- 2.15V @ 15V, 15A
- Power - Max:
- 36 W
- Switching Energy:
- 290µJ (on), 200µJ (off)
- Input Type:
- Standard
- Gate Charge:
- 32 nC
- Td (on/off) @ 25°C:
- 15ns/94ns
- Test Condition:
- 400V, 15A, 20Ohm, 15V
- Reverse Recovery Time (trr):
- 298 ns
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-220
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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