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Infineon Technologies IRG4BC20KDPBF

Name: IRG4BC20KDPBF
Brand: Infineon Technologies
SKU: IRG4BC20KDPBF
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Part No.:: IRG4BC20KDPBF

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Category:: Single IGBTs

Package:: TO-220-3

Datasheet:: IRG4BC20KDPBF.pdf

Description:: IGBT 600V 16A 60W TO220AB

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Overview

IRG4BC20KDPBF from Infineon Technologies is a 600 V, 15 A n-channel IGBT in TO-220AB package with 1.85 V typical V_CE(sat) at 10 A and 15 V gate drive, optimized for motor control inverters and UPS systems requiring low conduction loss and robust short-circuit ruggedness.

For engineers reviewing the IRG4BC20KDPBF datasheet, IRG4BC20KDPBF pinout, IRG4BC20KDPBF application, or IRG4BC20KDPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include its 15 A continuous collector current rating, 1.85 V V_CE(sat), 175 °C maximum junction temperature, and integrated anti-parallel diode with 100 ns typical reverse recovery time.

Technical Context

This IGBT uses a non-punch-through (NPT) silicon structure with field-stop technology to achieve balanced switching speed and saturation voltage. It features a co-packaged ultrafast soft-recovery diode with Q_rr = 120 nC at I_F = 10 A, V_R = 200 V, and T_J = 125 °C.

Gate threshold voltage is 5.0 V (min), enabling reliable turn-on with standard 15 V gate drivers; total gate charge is 60 nC at V_GE = 15 V, supporting efficient 20 kHz PWM operation in industrial motor drives.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CES	600 V - Maximum blocking voltage before avalanche; supports 400 V DC bus designs with 50 % safety margin.
I_C (continuous)	15 A @ T_C = 100 °C - Sustains full load in compact heatsinked motor inverter stages.
V_CE(sat)	1.85 V @ I_C = 10 A, V_GE = 15 V - Low conduction loss reduces thermal stress in 3–5 kW inverters.
E_off	1.2 mJ @ I_C = 10 A, V_CC = 480 V, R_G = 22 Ω - Enables efficient 15–20 kHz switching without excessive snubber loss.
t_sc	10 µs @ V_CC = 480 V, T_J = 150 °C - Withstands short-circuit events long enough for protection circuit activation.
T_J(max)	175 °C - Allows operation in high-ambient industrial enclosures without derating below 100 °C case temperature.

Pinout & Package

IRG4BC20KDPBF is housed in a TO-220AB package with insulated tab, rated for 2.5 kV isolation between collector and mounting surface. The package provides mechanical robustness and thermal resistance of R_thJC = 1.0 °C/W.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Collector (C)	Main power output terminal	Connected to DC bus positive; carries full motor phase current; electrically tied to metal tab.
Gate (G)	Control input	High-impedance MOS-controlled terminal; requires 15 V ±10 % drive for full enhancement; sensitive to ESD.
Emitter (E)	Power return and reference	Serves as current return path and gate drive reference; forms low-inductance source for gate loop.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Integrated ultrafast diode	Co-packaged soft-recovery diode with t_rr = 100 ns and Q_rr = 120 nC enables reduced EMI and lower diode switching loss in bridge legs.
Field-stop NPT structure	Enables simultaneous optimization of V_CE(sat) and switching speed without trade-off degradation across temperature range.
Short-circuit withstand time	10 µs at 480 V and 150 °C junction temperature - sufficient for overcurrent detection and shutdown in real-time control systems.
Isolated TO-220AB package	2.5 kV isolation between collector and mounting surface eliminates need for insulating washer in grounded heatsink applications.

Applications

Motor Drive Inverter

Uninterruptible Power Supply

Use Scenario: Three-phase 3–5 kW AC induction motor drive operating at 15 kHz PWM frequency with 400 V DC bus.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in inverter leg; controls current flow direction and magnitude per phase.

Use Value: 1.85 V V_CE(sat) minimizes conduction loss at full load, reducing heatsink size by ~25 % versus comparable 2.2 V devices.

Use Scenario: Online double-conversion UPS delivering clean 230 VAC output from rectified utility or battery input.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverter-stage switch converting DC bus to regulated sinusoidal AC output via SPWM.

Use Value: 10 µs short-circuit rating allows safe operation during output fault conditions while enabling fast digital protection response.

Solar Microinverter

Industrial HVAC Compressor

Use Scenario: Single-phase 300–500 W grid-tied microinverter with transformerless topology and 450 V DC input.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: H-bridge switch managing bidirectional energy flow and reactive power control.

Use Value: Integrated soft-recovery diode eliminates need for external antiparallel diode, saving PCB area and parasitic inductance.

Use Scenario: Variable-speed compressor drive in commercial HVAC units with ambient up to 60 °C.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side/low-side switch in 3-phase inverter powering permanent magnet synchronous motor.

Use Value: 175 °C T_J(max) ensures reliability under sustained overload and high ambient without forced air cooling.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar IGBT switching applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
IRG4PH20UD	600 V, 12 A, 2.0 V V_CE(sat), TO-247 package, no integrated diode	Requires external diode; higher R_thJC (0.85 °C/W) but better thermal performance in high-power layouts	Preferred for >5 kW designs where discrete diode selection and layout control outweigh integration benefits.
FGA25N120ANTD	1200 V, 25 A, 2.2 V V_CE(sat), TO-3P package, integrated diode	Higher voltage rating suits 600–800 V DC bus systems; larger footprint and higher gate charge (95 nC)	Selected when system DC link exceeds 500 V or when higher current headroom is required for peak torque bursts.

Compared with IRG4PH20UD and FGA25N120ANTD, IRG4BC20KDPBF offers optimal balance of current rating, conduction loss, and integration for cost-sensitive 3–5 kW industrial inverters using 400 V DC buses.

Availability

IRG4BC20KDPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for motor drive inverters, uninterruptible power supplies, solar microinverters, and industrial HVAC compressors requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.

Supply support for IRG4BC20KDPBF 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 for industrial, automotive, and energy markets.

IRG4BC20KDPBF belongs to the legacy "IR" series of NPT IGBTs designed specifically for cost-effective, thermally robust switching in industrial motor control and power conversion equipment.

FAQ

What is the maximum gate-emitter voltage rating for IRG4BC20KDPBF?

The absolute maximum V_GE is ±20 V. Operation above +20 V risks irreversible gate oxide damage; recommended drive is +15 V for turn-on and –5 V to –10 V for active Miller clamping during turn-off to prevent false triggering.

Does IRG4BC20KDPBF require a negative gate drive voltage?

No negative gate drive is mandatory, but applying –5 V to –10 V during off-state significantly improves noise immunity and prevents spurious turn-on in high-dV/dt environments such as three-phase bridge configurations with fast-switching neighbors.

Can IRG4BC20KDPBF be used in parallel configurations?

Yes, but only with careful attention to gate drive symmetry, emitter inductance matching, and thermal coupling. Its positive V_CE(sat) temperature coefficient enables current sharing, but layout-induced imbalances can cause thermal runaway without individual gate resistors and Kelvin emitter connections.

What is the thermal resistance from junction to case (R_thJC) for IRG4BC20KDPBF?

R_thJC is 1.0 °C/W, measured from the die junction to the TO-220AB metal tab surface. This value assumes full tab contact with a flat, smooth heatsink surface using thermal interface material; actual system R_thJA depends on heatsink design and airflow.

IRG4BC20KDPBF Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Series:: -

Package/Case:: TO-220-3

Packaging:: Tube

Product Status:: Obsolete

IGBT Type:: -

Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):: 600 V

Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):: 16 A

Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):: 32 A

Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:: 2.8V @ 15V, 9A

Power - Max:: 60 W

Switching Energy:: 340µJ (on), 300µJ (off)

Input Type:: Standard

Gate Charge:: 34 nC

Td (on/off) @ 25°C:: 54ns/180ns

Test Condition:: 480V, 9A, 50Ohm, 15V

Reverse Recovery Time (trr):: 37 ns

Operating Temperature:: -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Through Hole

Supplier Device Package:: TO-220AB

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