Infineon Technologies IGCM04F60HAXKMA1

Overview

IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 from Infineon is a 3-phase intelligent power module (IPM) integrating reverse-conducting IGBTs, SOI gate drivers, bootstrap circuitry, overcurrent protection, and UVLO across six channels. It delivers 600 V blocking voltage, 4 A continuous output current, and operates up to 20 kHz PWM frequency in variable-speed motor drives. Used in refrigerator compressors and dishwasher circulation pumps for compact, isolated inverter stages.

For engineers reviewing the IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 datasheet, IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 pinout, IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 application, or IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 equivalent, key selection criteria include high-side floating supply tolerance (−11 V VS transient), open-emitter low-side emitter pins (NU/NV/NW) for phase-current sensing, integrated cross-conduction prevention, and fault-output latching behavior on ITRIP or VDD UVLO.

Technical Context

This CIPOS™ module implements three half-bridge legs with reverse-conducting IGBTs and monolithic body diodes, each driven by a rugged SOI-based gate driver. The control section features Schmitt-trigger inputs compatible with 3.3 V/5 V logic, internal 5 kΩ pull-downs, and noise filtering (t_FILIN = 1 µs min).

Protection architecture includes latch-type overcurrent shutdown triggered at 0.47 V on ITRIP (with 530 ns noise filter), simultaneous six-switch turn-off during fault, and independent under-voltage lockout for both VDD (12.1 V rise / 10.4 V fall) and high-side supplies VB/VS (same thresholds).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Dual In-Line molded package (DIP-24) with 1.6 mm pin-to-heatsink clearance; creepage/clearance optimized for 2000 V isolation; RoHS-compliant lead-free plating.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 3-phase inverter module applications.

Compared with FGB3040G2 and FSB50450, IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 uniquely combines open-emitter current sensing, latch-type ITRIP, and integrated bootstrap in a 24-pin DIP, reducing component count and validation effort for Class II white-goods inverters.

Availability

IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for dishwasher circulation pumps, refrigerator compressor drives, and condenser fan motor controls requiring stable component supply and long-lifecycle support.

Supply support for IGCM04F60HAXKMA1 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

Infineon Technologies is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management, automotive, and industrial control ICs, with global manufacturing and quality certification to ISO/TS 16949 and IECQ QC 080000.

The CIPOS™ family targets cost-sensitive, high-reliability motor drives in white goods and HVAC, integrating power switches, gate drivers, and protection into single-package solutions to reduce system size and improve thermal performance.

FAQ

What is the recommended minimum pulse width for HIN/LIN inputs?

The datasheet specifies a minimum input pulse width of 1 µs for reliable switching. Shorter pulses may be suppressed by the internal noise filter (t_FILIN ≈ 1 µs), risking missed gate transitions or erratic output behavior. This requirement applies to both high-side and low-side inputs under all operating conditions.

How does the VFO pin behave during an overcurrent event?

VFO goes low and remains latched low until VDD is cycled or the fault condition is cleared externally. It does not auto-clear after ITRIP timeout; the 40 µs fault-clear time refers only to internal reset timing after fault removal, not VFO deassertion. An external MCU must detect VFO low and initiate system reset or retry sequence.

Can NU, NV, and NW be used for three-shunt current sensing?

Yes - NU, NV, and NW provide isolated low-side emitter connections for each phase, enabling direct connection of individual shunt resistors between each pin and VSS. This supports true three-shunt FOC algorithms without shared-path errors, provided PCB traces to VSS are kept short to minimize inductive coupling.

What is the maximum allowable negative VS transient relative to VSS?

The datasheet guarantees robustness against −50 V transient VS potential relative to VSS, with −11 V allowed continuously at VBS = 15 V. This rating ensures reliable high-side gate drive operation during fast inductive flyback events in motor phase-leg commutation, critical for appliance reliability under stall or overload.