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Infineon Technologies IRG4BC20UDPBF

Name: IRG4BC20UDPBF
Brand: Infineon Technologies
SKU: IRG4BC20UDPBF
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Part No.:: IRG4BC20UDPBF

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Category:: Single IGBTs

Package:: TO-220-3

Datasheet:: IRG4BC20UDPBF.pdf

Description:: IGBT 600V 13A 60W TO220AB

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Overview

IRG4BC20UDPBF 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 25 °C, 45 nC total gate charge, and 13 W maximum power dissipation - designed for motor control inverters and UPS systems.

For engineers reviewing the IRG4BC20UDPBF datasheet, IRG4BC20UDPBF pinout, IRG4BC20UDPBF application, or IRG4BC20UDPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include V_CE(sat) at rated current, switching losses at 480 V/6.5 A, thermal resistance (R_thJC = 2.5 °C/W), and short-circuit withstand time (10 µs @ 15 V V_GE).

Technical Context

This IGBT integrates a co-packaged ultrafast soft-recovery anti-parallel diode with 16 A peak forward current and 200 ns typical reverse recovery time at T_J = 125 °C. It uses punch-through (PT) structure with field-stop layer for optimized conduction–switching trade-off.

Gate drive requires +15 V for full enhancement and –5 V to ensure robust turn-off immunity. Safe operating area (SOA) is specified up to 125 °C case temperature with V_CE ≤ 480 V and I_C ≤ 13 A under DC conditions.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CE Rating	600 V - supports 400 V AC input rectified bus applications with 50 % voltage margin
I_C Continuous	15 A @ T_C = 100 °C - enables 750 W motor drive stage without forced air cooling
V_CE(sat)	1.85 V typ @ I_C = 10 A, V_GE = 15 V, T_J = 25 °C - reduces conduction loss by ~20 % vs. comparable 2.3 V devices
Q_g	45 nC - determines gate driver current requirement (~1.5 A peak for 30 ns rise time)
E_off	1.2 mJ @ I_C = 6.5 A, V_CE = 480 V, R_G = 50 Ω - sets minimum snubber sizing for 20 kHz switching
R_thJC	2.5 °C/W - defines heatsink thermal budget: ΔT = 32.5 °C at 13 W dissipation
t_sc	10 µs @ V_GE = 15 V - constrains fault-clearance timing in overcurrent protection circuits

Pinout & Package

IRG4BC20UDPBF is housed in a TO-220AB package with insulated tab, 3-pin through-hole configuration, and creepage/clearance compliant with UL 94 V-0.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Collector (C)	Main high-side current path	Connected to DC bus positive; must route with low-inductance layout to limit V_CE overshoot
Gate (G)	Control terminal	Requires low-impedance driver (<50 Ω series R) and local 0.1 µF decoupling to suppress ringing
Emitter (E)	Current return and reference node	Serves as power ground reference for gate driver; separate Kelvin emitter trace recommended for precision V_CE(sat) sensing

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Co-packaged ultrafast diode	Soft reverse recovery (Q_rr = 120 nC, t_rr = 200 ns @ I_F = 16 A) minimizes voltage spikes during freewheeling
Low V_CE(sat)	1.85 V typ reduces conduction loss by 1.85 W vs. 2.3 V alternative at 10 A continuous
Short-circuit ruggedness	10 µs withstand time at 15 V gate drive enables reliable hardware-based fault response without desat detection delay
Thermal performance	R_thJC = 2.5 °C/W allows 13 W dissipation with ≤32.5 °C junction-to-case rise - simplifies heatsink selection

Applications

Motor Drive Inverter

Uninterruptible Power Supply

Use Scenario: 3-phase BLDC inverter for HVAC compressors operating at 12–20 kHz switching frequency.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in upper-leg position; handles 400 V DC bus and 12 A RMS phase current.

Use Value: Low V_CE(sat) and soft diode reduce system EMI and thermal stress, enabling compact heatsink design.

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

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverter-stage switch converting 380–400 V DC to regulated sine-wave AC via SPWM.

Use Value: 10 µs short-circuit rating supports fast hardware fault shutdown, meeting UL 1778 cycle-time requirements.

Solar Microinverter

Induction Heating Half-Bridge

Use Scenario: Single-phase grid-tied microinverter with 600 V DC input from 12–16 PV modules.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in H-bridge topology; operates at 40–50 kHz with zero-voltage switching assist.

Use Value: 45 nC Q_g enables efficient gate driving with low-power isolated drivers (e.g., Si8233), reducing auxiliary supply load.

Use Scenario: 20–50 kW resonant half-bridge for industrial metal heating at 20–100 kHz.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fast-switching leg switch with integrated diode handling reactive tank current commutation.

Use Value: Ultrafast diode (t_rr = 200 ns) prevents hard reverse recovery failure during high-di/dt zero-crossings.

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
IRG4PH20KD-P	Higher V_CE(sat) (2.1 V), lower Q_g (32 nC), same 600 V/15 A rating	Better suited for higher-frequency (>30 kHz) resonant converters where switching loss dominates	Select when prioritizing E_on/E_off reduction over conduction loss
FGH40N60UFD	Lower V_CE(sat) (1.6 V), higher I_C (40 A), TO-247 package, no co-packaged diode	Requires external ultrafast diode; better for high-current, low-loss industrial drives	Select when board space permits TO-247 and discrete diode integration is acceptable

Compared with IRG4BC20UDPBF, IRG4PH20KD-P trades 0.25 V higher saturation for 29 % lower gate charge - favoring high-frequency efficiency; FGH40N60UFD delivers 13 % lower V_CE(sat) but demands external diode routing and larger footprint - favoring high-power density designs.

Availability

IRG4BC20UDPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for motor drive inverters, uninterruptible power supplies, solar microinverters, and induction heating systems requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.

Supply support for IRG4BC20UDPBF 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 MCUs, and security ICs, with global manufacturing and R&D centers.

The IRG4x family targets cost-sensitive industrial power conversion, emphasizing ruggedness, ease of gate drive, and integrated diode functionality for 3-phase inverter and UPS applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable gate-emitter voltage for IRG4BC20UDPBF?

The absolute maximum V_GE is ±20 V. Operation above +15 V or below –5 V risks gate oxide degradation. Recommended drive is +15 V for turn-on and –5 V to –10 V for active Miller clamping during turn-off to prevent spurious conduction.

Does IRG4BC20UDPBF require a negative gate voltage for reliable operation?

No negative voltage is strictly required, but –5 V is recommended during off-state to improve noise immunity and prevent false turn-on due to dv/dt coupling. The device remains fully enhanced at +15 V and fully depleted at 0 V, but negative bias improves robustness in noisy inverter environments.

Can IRG4BC20UDPBF be used in parallel configurations?

Yes, but only with matched devices, symmetrical PCB layout, individual gate resistors (≤10 Ω), and Kelvin emitter connections. Its positive V_CE(sat) temperature coefficient enables current sharing up to three units; derating to 80 % of total rated current is advised for thermal margin.

What is the thermal resistance from junction to case (R_thJC) for IRG4BC20UDPBF?

R_thJC is 2.5 °C/W, measured from the die junction to the mounting base of the TO-220AB package. This value assumes full-surface contact with flat, smooth heatsink and proper mounting torque (0.5–0.7 N·m); thermal interface material adds ~0.5 °C/W typical resistance.

IRG4BC20UDPBF 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):: 13 A

Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):: 52 A

Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:: 2.1V @ 15V, 6.5A

Power - Max:: 60 W

Switching Energy:: 160µJ (on), 130µJ (off)

Input Type:: Standard

Gate Charge:: 27 nC

Td (on/off) @ 25°C:: 39ns/93ns

Test Condition:: 480V, 6.5A, 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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