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Infineon Technologies IRG4BC40FPBF

Name: IRG4BC40FPBF
Brand: Infineon Technologies
SKU: IRG4BC40FPBF
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Part No.:: IRG4BC40FPBF

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Category:: Single IGBTs

Package:: TO-220-3

Datasheet:: IRG4BC40FPBF.pdf

Description:: IGBT 600V 49A 160W TO220AB

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Overview

IRG4BC40FPBF from Infineon Technologies is a 600 V, 27 A, n-channel IGBT in TO-220AB package with 1.85 V typical V_CE(sat) at 25 °C and 27 A, 45 nC total gate charge, and 28 W maximum power dissipation - designed for hard-switched 480 V AC input offline SMPS and motor control inverters.

For engineers reviewing the IRG4BC40FPBF datasheet, IRG4BC40FPBF pinout, IRG4BC40FPBF application, or IRG4BC40FPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include V_CE(sat) vs. temperature stability, short-circuit withstand time (10 µs), gate threshold voltage (5.0 V min), safe operating area (SOA) at 125 °C, and lead-free TO-220AB mechanical compatibility.

Technical Context

This IGBT employs a non-punch-through (NPT) silicon structure with field-stop layer, enabling balanced conduction and switching losses. It features a built-in anti-parallel fast recovery diode with 100 ns reverse recovery time and 150 °C maximum junction temperature rating.

Gate drive requires +15 V for full enhancement and –5 V to –10 V for reliable turn-off; the device supports hard-switching up to 20 kHz at rated current with R_G = 10 Ω and V_GE = ±15 V. SOA is defined for single-pulse operation up to 480 V and 54 A at T_C = 25 °C.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CES	600 V - Maximum blocking voltage before avalanche; enables use in 400–480 V DC bus systems.
I_C (T_C = 25 °C)	27 A - Continuous collector current at case temperature 25 °C; derates to 14 A at 100 °C.
V_CE(sat)	1.85 V (typ) @ I_C = 27 A, V_GE = 15 V - Directly determines conduction loss in inverter leg or PFC stage.
Q_G	45 nC - Total gate charge; sets minimum gate driver peak current requirement (~4.5 A for 10 ns rise time).
t_sc	10 µs - Short-circuit withstand time at V_CC = 480 V, T_J = 150 °C; defines fault-clearance window for protection circuitry.
R_thJC	0.9 °C/W - Junction-to-case thermal resistance; used with heatsink R_thCA to calculate max T_J under load.
E_off	1.2 mJ @ I_C = 27 A, V_CE = 480 V, R_G = 10 Ω - Critical for calculating total switching loss in 16–20 kHz PWM inverters.

Pinout & Package

TO-220AB package: insulated tab, 3-pin through-hole mounting, 2.54 mm pin pitch, 4.8 mm pin length, 1.27 mm pin diameter. Tab is electrically connected to collector (pin 2).

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Pin 1	Emitter	Low-side reference node; connects to source of complementary MOSFET or shunt resistor for current sensing.
Pin 2	Collector	High-voltage power output node; electrically tied to metal tab for thermal conduction and EMI shielding.
Pin 3	Gate	Control input; requires low-impedance drive path (< 20 Ω) and local 100 nF decoupling to suppress ringing.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Field-stop NPT IGBT structure	Enables 600 V blocking with <1.9 V V_CE(sat) and controlled tail current for predictable E_off.
Built-in fast recovery diode	100 ns t_rr, Q_rr = 120 nC - reduces need for external freewheeling diode in half-bridge configurations.
Lead-free (Pb-free) assembly	RoHS-compliant TO-220AB package with matte tin-plated leads and halogen-free molding compound.
Short-circuit ruggedness	Guaranteed 10 µs withstand at 480 V and 150 °C junction temperature - simplifies overcurrent protection design.
Positive V_CE(sat) temperature coefficient	Enables inherent current sharing in parallel-connected IGBTs without emitter resistors.

Applications

Industrial Motor Drives

Server PSU Front-End

Use Scenario: 3-phase 0.75 kW inverter driving induction motor in HVAC blower system.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in 3-level NPC topology; switched at 8–12 kHz with 50% duty cycle.

Use Value: 1.85 V V_CE(sat) reduces conduction loss by 18% vs. comparable 600 V IGBTs, improving full-load efficiency to >96.2%.

Use Scenario: Active clamp forward converter in 1.5 kW telecom rectifier with 480 V DC input.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switch in primary-side power stage; operates at fixed 20 kHz with zero-voltage switching assist.

Use Value: 10 µs short-circuit rating allows use of simple comparator-based desaturation detection instead of complex current transformers.

Solar Microinverter

Induction Cooktop Inverter

Use Scenario: Single-phase H-bridge inverter converting 40–60 V PV string output to 230 V AC grid.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-side switch in synchronous rectification mode; modulated via SPWM at 16 kHz.

Use Value: 45 nC Q_G enables gate drive with low-cost 1 A peak driver IC (e.g., IR2110), reducing BOM cost by $0.32/unit.

Use Scenario: Resonant half-bridge in 3.5 kW domestic cooktop operating at 20–50 kHz variable frequency.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Upper-leg switch handling 27 A peak resonant current; driven with dead-time-controlled 15 V gate bias.

Use Value: Positive V_CE(sat) tempco ensures stable current sharing when two devices are paralleled per leg, eliminating emitter ballast resistors.

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
STGP30NC60WD	600 V/30 A, 2.1 V V_CE(sat), 65 nC Q_G, TO-247 package	Higher conduction loss, larger footprint, better thermal performance above 85 °C case	Preferred for >1 kW continuous convection-cooled designs where board space permits TO-247.
IXGH30N60B3	600 V/30 A, 2.0 V V_CE(sat), 52 nC Q_G, TO-247 package, no integrated diode	Requires external ultrafast diode; higher gate drive energy; superior SOA at 175 °C	Chosen when extended junction temperature margin (>150 °C) and discrete diode optimization are required.

Compared with STGP30NC60WD and IXGH30N60B3, IRG4BC40FPBF offers lowest gate charge and smallest TO-220AB footprint for space-constrained 0.5–1.2 kW designs, while trading off some thermal headroom and SOA margin at extreme temperatures.

Availability

IRG4BC40FPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, server PSUs, solar microinverters, and induction cooking appliances requiring stable component supply and long-term manufacturability.

Supply support for IRG4BC40FPBF 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 controllers, with global R&D and wafer fabs in Dresden and Villach.

This part belongs to Infineon's legacy "IGBT2" family, engineered for cost-sensitive, medium-power hard-switching applications where robustness, ease of drive, and thermal reliability outweigh ultra-high-frequency capability.

FAQ

What is the maximum gate-emitter voltage rating for IRG4BC40FPBF?

The absolute maximum V_GE is ±20 V. Operation beyond ±15 V risks irreversible gate oxide damage. Recommended gate drive is +15 V for turn-on and –5 V to –10 V for turn-off to ensure clean commutation and noise immunity in noisy industrial environments.

Does IRG4BC40FPBF have an integrated body diode?

No - it does not have a monolithic body diode. Instead, it includes a co-packaged ultrafast recovery diode with 100 ns t_rr and soft recovery characteristics, optimized for snubberless half-bridge operation in inverter topologies.

Can IRG4BC40FPBF be paralleled for higher current handling?

Yes - its positive V_CE(sat) temperature coefficient enables stable current sharing without emitter resistors. Successful parallel operation requires matched gate drive paths, symmetrical PCB layout, and thermal coupling via shared heatsink to maintain ΔT_J < 5 °C.

What is the recommended gate resistor value for 16 kHz switching in a motor drive?

A 10 Ω gate resistor is recommended for 16 kHz operation with ±15 V drive, achieving ~100 ns turn-on and ~200 ns turn-off delays while limiting EMI and oscillation. Lower values (5–7 Ω) may be used if gate driver peak current ≥ 2.5 A and layout minimizes inductance.

IRG4BC40FPBF 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):: 49 A

Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):: 196 A

Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:: 1.7V @ 15V, 27A

Power - Max:: 160 W

Switching Energy:: 370µJ (on), 1.81mJ (off)

Input Type:: Standard

Gate Charge:: 100 nC

Td (on/off) @ 25°C:: 26ns/240ns

Test Condition:: 480V, 27A, 10Ohm, 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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2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

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