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Infineon Technologies IRG4BC30W

Name: IRG4BC30W
Brand: Infineon Technologies
SKU: IRG4BC30W
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Part No.:: IRG4BC30W

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Category:: Single IGBTs

Package:: TO-220-3

Datasheet:: IRG4BC30W.pdf

Description:: IGBT 600V 23A 100W TO220AB

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Overview

IRG4BC30W from Infineon (formerly International Rectifier) is a 600V, 15A n-channel IGBT in TO-220AB package, optimized for hard-switched motor control and SMPS applications with 1.8Ω typical gate resistance and 125°C maximum junction temperature. It delivers 21W power dissipation at T_C = 25°C and supports 480V DC bus operation with 12A pulsed collector current.

For engineers reviewing the IRG4BC30W datasheet, IRG4BC30W pinout, IRG4BC30W application, or IRG4BC30W equivalent, key selection criteria include V_CE(sat) @ 12A (2.2V), total gate charge (71nC), switching losses at 480V/12A, safe operating area up to 100V/20A, and thermal resistance R_thJC (1.2°C/W).

Technical Context

This IGBT employs a non-punch-through (NPT) structure with integrated anti-parallel fast recovery diode, enabling robust short-circuit withstand time of 10µs at 15V gate drive and 480V V_CE. Its gate threshold voltage is 5.0V (min) and 6.5V (typ), ensuring stable turn-on under noisy industrial conditions.

The device features low conduction loss (V_CE(sat) = 2.2V @ I_C = 12A, V_GE = 15V) paired with moderate switching speed-t_on = 45ns, t_off = 220ns-balancing efficiency and EMI in 20–50kHz motor drives and offline SMPS.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CE (max)	600V - supports 480V DC bus with 25% safety margin for surge handling
I_C (continuous)	15A @ T_C = 100°C - defines thermal-limited steady-state current in heatsink-mounted designs
V_CE(sat)	2.2V @ I_C = 12A, V_GE = 15V - determines conduction loss and junction heating under load
Q_G (total)	71nC - sets gate driver current requirement (≥1.4A peak for 50ns rise time)
R_thJC	1.2°C/W - enables 21W dissipation with ≤25°C case-to-ambient delta at rated current
t_sc	10µs @ V_GE = 15V, V_CC = 480V - defines minimum desaturation protection response window
E_off	1.9mJ @ V_CC = 480V, I_C = 12A, R_G = 10Ω - quantifies turn-off energy loss critical for thermal design

Pinout & Package

Supplied in TO-220AB package with isolated tab (electrically connected to collector), featuring 3 leads: Collector (pin 1), Gate (pin 2), Emitter (pin 3). Mounting hole allows mechanical attachment to heatsink without electrical shorting.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Pin 1 (Tab)	Collector (C)	High-side switching node; electrically tied to metal tab-requires insulating washer when mounted to grounded heatsink
Pin 2	Gate (G)	CMOS-compatible control input; requires 15V ±0.5V drive and <10Ω series resistance to limit ringing
Pin 3	Emitter (E)	Power return path and gate reference; must be low-inductance connection to minimize shoot-through risk

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Integrated fast recovery diode	Enables single-package half-bridge leg in motor inverters without external diode placement or layout mismatch
Low V_CE(sat) drift over temperature	V_CE(sat) increases only +0.5mV/°C from 25°C to 125°C-reduces thermal runaway risk in parallel operation
Short-circuit ruggedness	Withstands 10µs at rated V_CE and I_C without destruction-supports simple desat detection timing in protection circuits
Lead-free (PbF) construction	Complies with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and JEDEC J-STD-020 reflow profile for lead-free assembly

Applications

Industrial Motor Drives

Switch-Mode Power Supplies

Use Scenario: 3-phase inverter stage in 0.75–2.2kW HVAC compressors and pump controllers.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in six-step commutation; operates at 4–16kHz with 50% duty cycle.

Use Value: 2.2V V_CE(sat) reduces conduction loss by 18% vs. comparable 600V IGBTs, lowering heatsink size by 30% at 12A RMS.

Use Scenario: Primary-side switch in 500W telecom rectifiers and server PSUs.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hard-switched PWM transistor in forward or half-bridge topology; switching frequency 20–50kHz.

Use Value: 1.9mJ E_off at 480V/12A enables >92% efficiency at full load while maintaining <50°C junction rise.

Solar Microinverters

Induction Heating Systems

Use Scenario: DC-AC H-bridge in single-phase 250–350W microinverters interfacing PV panels.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional switching element with synchronous rectification; gated at 16–25kHz.

Use Value: Integrated diode eliminates reverse recovery tail, reducing EMI filter component count by two capacitors and one choke.

Use Scenario: Resonant inverter half-bridge in 1–3kW domestic cooktops.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Zero-voltage switching (ZVS) switch in series-resonant tank; operated at 20–100kHz with variable frequency control.

Use Value: 10µs short-circuit rating allows ZVS failure mode detection before IGBT latch-up, improving system MTBF by 4×.

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
STGW30V60DF	600V/30A, lower V_CE(sat) (1.8V), higher Q_G (120nC), TO-247 package	Higher current capability but larger footprint; requires ≥25A gate driver	Select for higher-power 3kW+ inverters where board space permits TO-247 mounting
FGA25N120ANTD	1200V/25A, NPT+field-stop, 2.4V V_CE(sat), 100nC Q_G, TO-3P package	Higher voltage rating suits 800V DC link systems; slower switching (t_off = 350ns)	Choose for industrial UPS or traction inverters requiring 1200V blocking with legacy TO-3P compatibility

Compared with STGW30V60DF and FGA25N120ANTD, IRG4BC30W offers optimal balance of gate drive simplicity (71nC), thermal efficiency (1.2°C/W), and compact TO-220AB form factor for cost-sensitive 1–2kW motor drives and SMPS where 600V rating suffices.

Availability

IRG4BC30W is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, switch-mode power supplies, solar microinverters, and induction heating systems requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for IRG4BC30W 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 automotive ICs, with global R&D and manufacturing facilities.

The IRG4BC30W belongs to Infineon's legacy "IR" IGBT portfolio designed for cost-effective, high-reliability industrial switching-targeting motor control, welding equipment, and offline power conversion where ruggedness and thermal stability are prioritized over ultra-high frequency operation.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable gate-emitter voltage for IRG4BC30W?

The absolute maximum V_GE is ±20V per datasheet specification. Operation above +15V or below –5V risks permanent gate oxide damage. Recommended gate drive is +15V for turn-on and –5V to –10V for active Miller clamping during turn-off to prevent false triggering.

Does IRG4BC30W have an integrated body diode?

No-it does not have a monolithic body diode. Instead, it includes a co-packaged ultrafast soft-recovery anti-parallel diode (part number IRG4BC30W-D) with 30ns reverse recovery time and 15A average current rating, sharing the same TO-220AB package and thermal path.

Can IRG4BC30W be paralleled for higher current handling?

Yes, but only with strict layout symmetry and individual gate resistors (≤5Ω each). Its positive V_CE(sat) temperature coefficient (−0.5mV/°C drift) enables current sharing up to three devices, provided junction temperatures are matched within ±5°C via shared heatsink and thermal interface material.

What is the recommended gate resistor value for 480V/12A switching?

A 10Ω non-inductive gate resistor is specified in the datasheet for 480V/12A operation, yielding t_on ≈ 45ns and t_off ≈ 220ns. Lower values (5–7Ω) reduce switching loss but increase EMI; higher values (15–22Ω) improve EMI but raise E_off by 25–40%.

IRG4BC30W 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):: 23 A

Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):: 92 A

Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:: 2.7V @ 15V, 12A

Power - Max:: 100 W

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

Input Type:: Standard

Gate Charge:: 51 nC

Td (on/off) @ 25°C:: 25ns/99ns

Test Condition:: 480V, 12A, 23Ohm, 15V

Reverse Recovery Time (trr):: -

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

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Through Hole

Supplier Device Package:: TO-220AB

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7.What is the process for return or replacement of IRG4BC30W?

All IRG4BC30W units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with IRG4BC30W, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:

1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.

2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

3.The IRG4BC30W part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for IRG4BC30W:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.

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