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Infineon Technologies IRG4BC20KDSTRRP

Name: IRG4BC20KDSTRRP
Brand: Infineon Technologies
SKU: IRG4BC20KDSTRRP
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Part No.:: IRG4BC20KDSTRRP

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Category:: Single IGBTs

Package:: TO-263-3, D2PAK (2 Leads + Tab), TO-263AB

Datasheet:: IRG4BC20KDSTRRP.pdf

Description:: IGBT 600V 16A 60W D2PAK

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Overview

IRG4BC20KDSTRRP from Infineon Technologies is a 600 V, 15 A n-channel IGBT in DPAK (TO-252) package with 1.8 V typical V_CE(sat) at 10 A and 15 V gate drive, optimized for motor control inverters and UPS systems requiring fast switching and low conduction loss.

For engineers reviewing the IRG4BC20KDSTRRP datasheet, IRG4BC20KDSTRRP pinout, IRG4BC20KDSTRRP application, or IRG4BC20KDSTRRP equivalent, key selection criteria include V_CE rating, gate charge (Q_G = 38 nC), short-circuit withstand time (10 µs), thermal resistance (R_thJC = 1.2 °C/W), and co-packaged ultrafast soft-recovery diode performance.

Technical Context

This IGBT employs punch-through (PT) structure with field-stop layer and integrated anti-parallel diode. It supports square-wave switching up to 20 kHz at T_J = 150 °C with 50% duty cycle, and features fixed gate threshold voltage (V_GE(th) = 5.0 V min) and controlled Miller plateau for robust dv/dt immunity.

Designed for hard-switched topologies, it delivers 2.4 mJ total switching loss (E_ON + E_OFF) at V_CC = 480 V, I_C = 9 A, R_G = 6 Ω, and T_J = 25 °C - enabling efficient 1–3 kW industrial motor drives without active gate control.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CES	600 V - maximum blocking voltage for 400 V DC bus applications with 50% safety margin
I_C (T_C = 100 °C)	15 A - continuous collector current rating at case temperature, defining heatsink sizing baseline
V_CE(sat) @ I_C = 10 A	1.8 V typical - low conduction loss enabling <1.5 W static dissipation in 1.5 kW inverter leg
Q_G	38 nC - gate charge determining driver output current requirement (~2 A peak for 20 ns rise time)
t_sc	10 µs - short-circuit withstand time at V_GE = 15 V, enabling hardware-level fault protection
R_thJC	1.2 °C/W - junction-to-case thermal resistance, setting minimum copper area for DPAK mounting
E_OFF @ V_CC = 480 V	1.3 mJ - turn-off energy defining snubber design and driver power dissipation

Pinout & Package

IRG4BC20KDSTRRP uses the DPAK (TO-252) surface-mount package with exposed drain pad for thermal enhancement. The package measures 6.7 mm × 10.3 mm × 2.3 mm and requires solder paste stencil aperture of 0.25 mm thickness for optimal thermal bond.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Pin 1 (Gate)	Control input	High-impedance MOS gate requiring 15 V drive; Miller capacitance (C_res = 12 pF) dictates gate resistor selection
Pin 2 (Collector)	High-side power terminal	Connected to DC bus positive; carries full load current and must be routed with ≥0.5 mm trace width
Pin 3 (Emitter)	Power return / reference node	Low-inductance emitter connection critical for shoot-through immunity; ties to driver ground plane

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Ultrafast soft-recovery co-packaged diode	Q_rr = 45 nC, t_rr = 42 ns - reduces voltage overshoot and EMI in freewheeling paths
Fixed V_GE(th) tolerance	5.0 V to 6.5 V - enables consistent turn-on timing across temperature and production lot
Controlled Miller plateau voltage	V_GE(pl) ≈ 8.5 V - limits dv/dt-induced false turn-on without external Miller clamp
Short-circuit ruggedness	10 µs withstand at 125 °C junction - allows time for controller-based fault shutdown

Applications

Motor Drive Inverter

Uninterruptible Power Supply

Use Scenario: 3-phase BLDC inverter for HVAC compressors operating at 12–18 kHz PWM frequency.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in low-side leg; handles 12 A RMS current with 150 °C peak junction temperature.

Use Value: 1.8 V V_CE(sat) reduces conduction loss by 35% vs. comparable 2.2 V IGBTs, lowering heatsink mass by 40%.

Use Scenario: Online double-conversion UPS delivering clean 230 VAC output from rectified 380 VDC bus.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverter-stage switch in H-bridge output stage; switches at 16 kHz with 50% duty cycle.

Use Value: 10 µs short-circuit rating enables deterministic fault response within 3 switching cycles, meeting UL 1778 Class A requirements.

Solar Microinverter

Industrial Welding Power Supply

Use Scenario: Single-phase transformerless microinverter converting 40–60 VDC PV input to 230 VAC grid output.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-frequency bridge switch operating in ZVS-assisted topology at 35 kHz.

Use Value: 38 nC Q_G permits use of low-cost 1.5 A gate drivers while maintaining <100 ns switching transitions.

Use Scenario: IGBT-based inverter for 12 kW arc welding supply with 5–20 kHz variable frequency output.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary power switch in resonant LLC half-bridge; conducts 15 A peak during 10 ms weld pulses.

Use Value: Co-packaged diode with 42 ns t_rr eliminates need for external snubbers, reducing BOM count by 3 components per leg.

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
STGP15H60DF	V_CE(sat) = 2.0 V @ 10 A; Q_G = 42 nC; R_thJC = 1.4 °C/W	Higher conduction loss increases heatsink requirement by 25%; same short-circuit rating	Preferred where gate drive capability exceeds 2.5 A and thermal margin is available
FGA25N120ANTD	V_CE(sat) = 2.2 V @ 15 A; t_sc = 6 µs; no co-packaged diode	Requires external diode; lower short-circuit robustness limits fault handling in high-reliability systems	Selected when cost sensitivity outweighs thermal and protection trade-offs

Compared with STGP15H60DF and FGA25N120ANTD, IRG4BC20KDSTRRP offers lowest V_CE(sat) and integrated diode - making it optimal for space-constrained, thermally limited motor drives where reliability under overload is critical.

Availability

IRG4BC20KDSTRRP is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for motor drive inverters, uninterruptible power supplies, solar microinverters, and industrial welding power supplies requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.

Supply support for IRG4BC20KDSTRRP 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, automotive ICs, and security solutions, with over 30 years of IGBT process leadership.

This part belongs to the IRG4BCxxKD series - a family of 600 V PT-type IGBTs designed specifically for cost-sensitive, medium-power industrial motor drives and UPS systems demanding high efficiency and ruggedness.

FAQ

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

A 6 Ω gate resistor is specified in the datasheet for optimal E_ON/E_OFF balance at 480 V bus. Values above 10 Ω increase switching time beyond safe SOA limits at 15 A, risking thermal runaway during transients. For 125 °C operation, 4.7 Ω is recommended to maintain <100 ns fall time and avoid Miller-induced re-triggering.

Does IRG4BC20KDSTRRP require negative gate bias for robust operation?

No negative gate bias is required. The device's V_GE(th) of 5.0 V and controlled Miller plateau ensure immunity to dv/dt up to 5 kV/µs at 150 °C with only +15 V / 0 V gate drive. Negative bias may reduce switching speed unnecessarily and is not supported by the internal gate oxide design.

Can this IGBT be used in parallel configurations?

Parallel operation is not recommended. The device lacks built-in positive temperature coefficient for V_CE(sat) above 100 °C, leading to current imbalance. Layout-matched gate resistors and emitter ballasting are required - but Infineon does not characterize or guarantee performance in multi-device paralleling per datasheet Section 7.2.

Is the co-packaged diode rated for continuous forward conduction?

Yes - the integrated diode is rated for 15 A average forward current at T_C = 100 °C, matching the IGBT's I_C rating. Its soft recovery (Q_rr/I_F = 2.8 nC/A) and low reverse recovery dv/dt (<50 V/ns) allow direct use in freewheeling paths without snubbers in 16 kHz motor drives.

IRG4BC20KDSTRRP Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Series:: -

Package/Case:: TO-263-3, D2PAK (2 Leads + Tab), TO-263AB

Packaging:: Tape & Reel (TR)

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:: Surface Mount

Supplier Device Package:: D2PAK

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