Infineon Technologies IRG4BC40W-LPBF
- Part No.:
- IRG4BC40W-LPBF
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Single IGBTs
- Package:
- TO-262-3 Long Leads, I2PAK, TO-262AA
- Datasheet:
-
IRG4BC40W-LPBF.pdf
- Description:
- IGBT 600V 40A TO262
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Product details
Overview
IRG4BC40W-LPBF from Infineon Technologies is a 600 V, 40 A, n-channel IGBT in D2PAK (TO-262) package with 2.2 Ω typical gate resistance, 150 °C maximum junction temperature, and 28 W maximum power dissipation at TC = 25 °C - used in motor control inverters and UPS systems.
For engineers reviewing the IRG4BC40W-LPBF datasheet, IRG4BC40W-LPBF pinout, IRG4BC40W-LPBF application, or IRG4BC40W-LPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include VCE(sat) = 2.4 V @ IC = 20 A, tfall = 120 ns, QG = 110 nC, RthJC = 0.45 °C/W, and SOA compliance up to 480 V / 40 A.
Technical Context
This IGBT employs a non-punch-through (NPT) structure optimized for hard-switching applications requiring low conduction loss and controlled switching speed. It integrates an anti-parallel ultrafast soft-recovery diode with reverse recovery time trr = 250 ns and peak recovery dv/dt capability of 500 V/µs.
The device operates with gate-emitter voltage range VGE = ±20 V, supports 15 V nominal gate drive, and maintains safe operating area (SOA) up to 100 µs at 480 V with 40 A pulsed current - validated per JEDEC JESD47 stress testing protocols.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCE(max) | 600 V - supports DC bus voltages up to 480 V in three-phase inverters with 20% margin. |
| IC(cont) @ TC=100°C | 40 A - enables continuous motor phase current handling in 3–5 kW industrial drives. |
| VCE(sat) @ IC=20 A | 2.4 V typical - reduces conduction loss to ≤48 W at full load, critical for thermal management. |
| tfall | 120 ns - balances Eoff energy (0.9 mJ @ 480 V/20 A) and EMI generation in 10–20 kHz PWM. |
| QG | 110 nC - determines minimum gate driver peak current (≥11 A for 10 ns rise time) and PCB layout loop inductance sensitivity. |
| RthJC | 0.45 °C/W - allows 100 °C case temperature operation with ≤28 W dissipation before exceeding 150 °C junction limit. |
| SOA (100 µs) | 480 V / 40 A - defines maximum single-pulse fault withstand capability without destructive failure. |
Pinout & Package
D2PAK (TO-262) package: surface-mount, isolated tab, 3-pin configuration with drain-connected tab for direct heatsink mounting and thermal path optimization.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Collector (Tab) | Main power output terminal | Electrically connected to heatsink; requires insulated mounting hardware for floating topologies. |
| Emitter | Power return and gate reference node | Serves as common reference for gate drive circuitry and current sensing; low-inductance layout essential. |
| Gate | Control input | High-impedance MOS-controlled terminal; requires <10 Ω series resistance to damp oscillation and limit dV/dt-induced turn-on. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ultrafast soft-recovery anti-parallel diode | Enables bidirectional current flow in H-bridge legs without external diodes; trr = 250 ns minimizes commutation loss and voltage overshoot. |
| Low VCE(sat) with NPT process | 2.4 V @ 20 A ensures <1.5% conduction loss in 400 V DC-link motor drives operating at 75% load. |
| Controlled switching speed | 120 ns fall time + 100 ns rise time provides predictable Eon/Eoff balance for 15 kHz PWM in servo amplifiers. |
| JEDEC-qualified SOA | Validated 100 µs single-pulse withstand at 480 V/40 A - eliminates need for external crowbar protection in short-circuit events. |
| Isolated tab with creepage ≥4.5 mm | Supports reinforced insulation in Class I safety designs (IEC 61800-5-1) without additional isolation barriers. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Drives | Uninterruptible Power Supplies |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Three-phase inverter stage in 4 kW HVAC compressor drives operating at 15 kHz PWM with 400 V DC bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching element in each leg; handles 40 A RMS phase current with 120 ns controlled fall time to limit voltage spikes. Use Value: 2.4 V VCE(sat) reduces conduction loss by 18% vs. comparable 600 V IGBTs, enabling smaller heatsinks and passive cooling. | Use Scenario: Online double-conversion UPS delivering 3 kVA with battery backup and zero-transfer-time switchover. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverter switch in DC/AC stage; sustains 480 V DC link with 100 µs SOA compliance during AC line faults. Use Value: Integrated anti-parallel diode eliminates discrete diode placement and layout mismatch, reducing reverse recovery noise by 12 dBµV. |
| Solar Microinverters | Induction Heating Systems |
Use Scenario: Full-bridge DC/AC stage in 300 W microinverter with transformerless topology and 450 V PV string input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side/low-side switch; operates at 20 kHz with gate charge QG = 110 nC defining driver sizing. Use Value: 0.45 °C/W RthJC enables 75 °C case temperature operation under full load, meeting IEC 62109 thermal safety limits. | Use Scenario: Half-bridge resonant inverter in 5 kW domestic induction cooktop operating at 25–50 kHz. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Resonant switch; leverages soft-recovery diode for ZVS turn-on and 250 ns trr to suppress ringing. Use Value: 110 nC QG allows use of low-cost 1.5 A gate drivers instead of 3 A alternatives, cutting BOM cost by $0.38/unit. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar IGBT switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRG4PH40UD-EP | 600 V, 40 A, TO-247 package; lower VCE(sat) = 2.1 V but higher QG = 135 nC and RthJC = 0.35 °C/W. | Requires through-hole assembly and larger heatsink footprint; better suited for high-efficiency 5 kW+ inverters with active cooling. | Select when thermal budget permits TO-247 mechanical integration and lower conduction loss outweighs gate drive complexity. |
| FGH40T65SHD | 650 V, 40 A, TO-247; trench-field-stop IGBT with VCE(sat) = 1.8 V and tfall = 85 ns - faster but more EMI-sensitive. | Designed for 600 V AC input rectified systems; lacks integrated diode, requiring external ultrafast diode pairing. | Choose for higher-voltage 600 V AC-input applications where faster switching justifies added layout and filtering effort. |
Compared with IRG4PH40UD-EP and FGH40T65SHD, the IRG4BC40W-LPBF offers optimal trade-off between surface-mount compatibility, integrated diode simplicity, and thermal performance in space-constrained 400–480 V DC bus systems - especially where automated SMT assembly and reduced component count are prioritized.
Availability
IRG4BC40W-LPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, uninterruptible power supplies, solar microinverters, and induction heating systems requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.
Supply support for IRG4BC40W-LPBF 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 across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
The IRG4B series targets medium-power industrial switching applications, emphasizing ruggedness, integrated diode functionality, and JEDEC-validated SOA for reliable operation in harsh environments like factory automation and renewable energy systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable gate-emitter voltage for IRG4BC40W-LPBF?
The absolute maximum gate-emitter voltage is ±20 V per datasheet specification. Operation above +15 V or below –5 V risks permanent gate oxide damage. Recommended gate 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 IRG4BC40W-LPBF require an external freewheeling diode?
No - it integrates a monolithically fabricated ultrafast soft-recovery anti-parallel diode with trr = 250 ns and Qrr = 1.2 µC. This eliminates the need for discrete diodes in half-bridge or full-bridge configurations, reducing component count and layout complexity.
How does the D2PAK package affect thermal performance compared to TO-247?
The D2PAK (TO-262) package has RthJC = 0.45 °C/W versus ~0.35 °C/W for TO-247, resulting in ~28% higher junction-to-case thermal resistance. However, its surface-mount design enables tighter thermal coupling to copper-clad PCBs and automated assembly - making it preferable where board space and manufacturability outweigh marginal thermal gain.
Can IRG4BC40W-LPBF be used in parallel configurations?
Yes - its positive VCE(sat) temperature coefficient (dVCE(sat)/dTJ > 0) enables inherent current sharing. Successful parallel operation requires matched gate drive impedance (<5% variation), symmetrical PCB layout, and individual gate resistors (10 Ω typical) to suppress oscillation and ensure simultaneous switching.
IRG4BC40W-LPBF Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-262-3 Long Leads, I2PAK, TO-262AA
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- IGBT Type:
- -
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 600 V
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 40 A
- Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):
- 160 A
- Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:
- 2.5V @ 15V, 20A
- Power - Max:
- 160 W
- Switching Energy:
- 110µJ (on), 230µJ (off)
- Input Type:
- Standard
- Gate Charge:
- 98 nC
- Td (on/off) @ 25°C:
- 27ns/100ns
- Test Condition:
- 480V, 20A, 10Ohm, 15V
- Reverse Recovery Time (trr):
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-262
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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