Infineon Technologies IKD10N60RC2ATMA1

Overview

IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 from Infineon is a 600V, 10A reverse-conducting (RC) IGBT with monolithically integrated freewheeling diode in PG-TO252-3 package, optimized for hard-switching up to 20kHz in motor drives and home appliance inverters. It delivers V_CE(sat) = 2.0 V at T_vj = 25°C, 175°C maximum junction temperature, and 3 µs short-circuit withstand time under V_GE = 15 V.

For engineers reviewing the IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 datasheet, IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 pinout, IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 application, or IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 equivalent, this device is selected for cost-sensitive, thermally constrained 600V IGBT designs requiring integrated diode functionality, tight parameter distribution, and industrial-grade reliability in air conditioning compressors and general-purpose drives.

Technical Context

This RC-IGBT integrates the switching transistor and anti-parallel diode on a single die using TRENCHSTOP™ technology, eliminating discrete diode layout parasitics and enabling precise matching of dynamic characteristics. Its gate threshold voltage (V_GE(th) = 4.3–5.7 V) and transconductance (g_fs = 4.5 S) support stable drive with standard ±15 V gate drivers.

Designed for hard-switching, it features low turn-off energy (E_off = 0.17 mJ typ. at 25°C), fast diode recovery (t_rr = 104 ns at 25°C), and robust thermal performance with R_th(j-c) = 1.90 K/W for the IGBT and 6.10 K/W for the diode - critical for compact heatsink designs in space-constrained inverters.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: PG-TO252-3 (DPAK), surface-mount, single-sided heat transfer via exposed drain pad. Thermal resistance R_th(j-c) = 1.90 K/W (IGBT) enables direct PCB copper cooling.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar reverse-conducting IGBT applications.

Compared with IKD08N60RC2 and IKD12N60RC2, the IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 provides optimal balance of conduction loss, thermal margin, and cost for 1.5–2.2 kW motor drives - avoiding unnecessary derating or overspecification while maintaining pin-to-pin compatibility across the RC2 family.

Availability

IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for air conditioning inverters, refrigerator compressor drives, and general-purpose motor drives requiring stable component supply, industrial qualification, and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 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 semiconductors, microcontrollers, and sensor solutions, with leadership in automotive and industrial power electronics.

The TRENCHSTOP™ RC-Series targets cost-sensitive, high-volume hard-switching applications such as white goods and industrial drives, delivering monolithic integration, industrial reliability, and optimized thermal performance in compact packages.

FAQ

What is the maximum recommended gate resistor value for reliable switching?

The datasheet specifies RG(on)/RG(off) = 49 Ω for characterization. Using >68 Ω increases turn-off delay (td(off)) beyond 300 ns at 175°C and raises E_off by >25%, risking thermal runaway in high-frequency operation. For 20 kHz hard switching, 33–47 Ω is optimal to balance speed and EMI.

Can IKD10N60RC2ATMA1 replace a discrete IGBT + diode pair in an existing design?

Yes - its pinout matches standard TO252-3 IGBTs, and the integrated diode shares the same cathode (collector pad) and anode (emitter pin). Layout changes are minimal: remove the external diode, verify gate drive strength for 48 nC Q_G, and confirm thermal pad area meets 1.90 K/W requirement.

Is the integrated diode optimized for soft recovery?

No - it is a fast-recovery diode with trr = 104 ns (25°C) and dirr/dt = −190 A/µs, designed for hard-switching efficiency, not zero-voltage switching. Soft-recovery behavior is not specified; use external snubbers if dv/dt exceeds 500 V/µs in resonant topologies.

Does the 175°C junction rating require special PCB layout considerations?

Yes - achieving 175°C operation demands ≥200 mm² of 2-oz copper connected directly to the exposed collector pad, with thermal vias spaced ≤1.2 mm apart. Without this, case temperature exceeds 100°C at 10 A, forcing derating to 7 A continuous per Figure 2.