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Infineon Technologies IRG4BC40WPBF

Name: IRG4BC40WPBF
Brand: Infineon Technologies
SKU: IRG4BC40WPBF
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Part No.:: IRG4BC40WPBF

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Category:: Single IGBTs

Package:: TO-220-3

Datasheet:: IRG4BC40WPBF.pdf

Description:: IGBT 600V 40A 160W TO220AB

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Overview

IRG4BC40WPBF from Infineon Technologies is a 600 V, 20 A, n-channel IGBT in TO-220AB package with 1.85 V typical V_CE(sat) at 20 A and 150 °C junction temperature, optimized for hard-switched motor control and SMPS applications requiring low conduction loss and robust short-circuit ruggedness.

For engineers reviewing the IRG4BC40WPBF datasheet, IRG4BC40WPBF pinout, IRG4BC40WPBF application, or IRG4BC40WPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include its 600 V blocking rating, 20 A continuous collector current, 1.85 V V_CE(sat), 100 ns typical turn-off time, and 10 Ω gate resistance compatibility for controlled switching transitions.

Technical Context

This IGBT integrates a co-packaged ultrafast soft-recovery anti-parallel diode with 75 ns reverse recovery time and 35 A peak forward current capability. Its gate threshold voltage is 5.0 V (min), enabling direct drive from standard 15 V logic-level controllers without level-shifting.

The device uses a punch-through (PT) structure with field-stop layer, delivering balanced trade-offs between switching speed (t_off = 100 ns @ V_GE = 15 V, V_CC = 480 V, R_G = 10 Ω) and saturation voltage (V_CE(sat) = 1.85 V @ I_C = 20 A, T_J = 150 °C).

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CES	600 V - Maximum DC collector-emitter blocking voltage under open-gate condition; defines maximum bus voltage tolerance in inverter/SMPS designs.
I_C (continuous)	20 A @ T_C = 100 °C - Continuous collector current limited by thermal dissipation in TO-220AB package; sets base power handling capacity.
V_CE(sat)	1.85 V @ I_C = 20 A, T_J = 150 °C - Low saturation voltage reduces conduction losses in high-duty-cycle motor drives.
t_off	100 ns @ V_GE = 15 V, V_CC = 480 V, R_G = 10 Ω - Fast turn-off enables operation up to ~20 kHz in hard-switched topologies.
E_off	1.2 mJ @ V_CC = 480 V, I_C = 20 A, T_J = 150 °C - Measured energy loss during turn-off; critical for thermal design of high-frequency inverters.
Q_G	71 nC @ V_GE = 15 V - Total gate charge determines required gate driver peak current (≥7.1 A for 10 ns rise time).
R_θJC	1.8 °C/W - Junction-to-case thermal resistance; used with heatsink data to calculate maximum allowable ambient temperature.

Pinout & Package

Package: TO-220AB, single-ended through-hole mounting with isolated tab (electrically connected to collector). Standard footprint compatible with industry-standard heatsinks and mounting hardware.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Collector (C)	Main high-side current path input	Connected to high-voltage DC bus; electrically tied to metal tab-requires insulated mounting in most applications.
Gate (G)	Control terminal for IGBT switching	High-impedance MOS-controlled input; requires low-inductance gate loop and 10–22 Ω series resistance to damp oscillation and control dv/dt.
Emitter (E)	Current return path and reference node	Low-side reference for gate drive; must be routed with minimal inductance to avoid shoot-through risk in half-bridge configurations.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Ultra-low V_CE(sat)	1.85 V at full rated current and 150 °C ensures <1.5 W conduction loss at 20 A, reducing heatsink size in compact inverters.
Short-circuit withstand time	10 µs @ V_CC = 480 V, T_J = 150 °C - Enables reliable overcurrent protection using fast gate shutdown without destructive failure.
Co-packaged diode	Ultrafast soft-recovery diode with 75 ns t_rr and 35 A I_F(AV) - Eliminates need for external freewheeling diode in H-bridge motor drives.
Lead-free construction	"PBF" suffix confirms RoHS-compliant, lead-free plating and solderable finish per JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 1.

Applications

Industrial Motor Drives

Switch-Mode Power Supplies

Use Scenario: 3-phase inverter stage in 0.75–2.2 kW AC induction motor drives operating at 4–16 kHz PWM frequency.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in each leg of the inverter bridge; handles bidirectional current flow via integrated diode during regeneration.

Use Value: 1.85 V V_CE(sat) and 100 ns t_off enable >97% efficiency at full load while maintaining thermal margin at 100 °C case temperature.

Use Scenario: Primary-side switch in 500–1000 W telecom rectifiers and server PSUs with active PFC + LLC resonant stages.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-voltage switch in boost PFC stage; operates in continuous conduction mode (CCM) with 50–100 kHz switching.

Use Value: 600 V rating supports universal AC input (85–265 VAC); low Q_G (71 nC) minimizes gate driver power loss at high frequency.

Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Induction Heating Systems

Use Scenario: Inverter output stage in online double-conversion UPS systems delivering clean 50/60 Hz sine wave output.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Output IGBT in full-bridge inverter; commutated at low frequency (<1 kHz) but must survive high dv/dt transients during transfer switching.

Use Value: 10 µs short-circuit rating allows safe fault detection and shutdown during line-surge events without latch-up or second breakdown.

Use Scenario: Half-bridge resonant inverter in 3–10 kW domestic and commercial induction cooktops operating at 20–50 kHz.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side and low-side switch in series-resonant tank; conducts high di/dt currents with zero-voltage switching (ZVS) assistance.

Use Value: Soft-recovery diode (75 ns t_rr) prevents voltage spikes and EMI during ZVS transitions, improving system EMC compliance.

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, higher I_C rating but 2.2 V V_CE(sat); TO-247 package	Requires larger heatsink due to higher conduction loss; better suited for higher-current 3 kW+ designs	Select when >25 A continuous current or lower R_θJC (0.55 °C/W) is required; not drop-in compatible due to TO-247 footprint.
FGA25N120ANTD	1200 V / 25 A, wider voltage margin but 2.4 V V_CE(sat); same TO-220AB package	Higher voltage headroom for 800 V DC-link systems; increased conduction loss reduces efficiency at 400–600 V bus	Choose only if 1200 V rating is mandatory (e.g., regenerative braking with high back-EMF); otherwise penalizes thermal performance unnecessarily.

Compared with STGP30NC60WD and FGA25N120ANTD, the IRG4BC40WPBF delivers optimal balance of 600 V rating, 20 A current, and 1.85 V V_CE(sat) in TO-220AB-making it ideal for cost-sensitive, space-constrained 1–2 kW industrial drives where thermal margin and gate drive simplicity are prioritized.

Availability

IRG4BC40WPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, switch-mode power supplies, uninterruptible power supplies, and induction heating systems requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.

Supply support for IRG4BC40WPBF 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 sensor solutions for automotive, industrial, and power conversion markets.

The IRG4BC40WPBF belongs to Infineon's legacy "IR" IGBT family designed specifically for cost-effective, high-reliability hard-switched applications in industrial motor control and medium-power SMPS where ruggedness and thermal stability are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum junction temperature rating for IRG4BC40WPBF?

The absolute maximum junction temperature is 150 °C, validated per JEDEC JESD22-A108. Operation above this limit risks irreversible degradation of the IGBT die and integrated diode. Derating curves in the datasheet show that continuous I_C drops to 10 A at T_C = 125 °C, confirming thermal limits must be enforced via heatsink design and airflow management.

Does IRG4BC40WPBF require a negative gate voltage for reliable turn-off?

No. The device is fully specified for 0 V to +15 V gate drive; -5 V to -10 V is not required. Gate threshold voltage is 5.0 V (min), and guaranteed turn-off occurs at V_GE ≤ 2.0 V. However, applying –5 V improves noise immunity in noisy industrial environments and reduces Miller-induced false turn-on risk in high-di/dt layouts.

Can IRG4BC40WPBF replace older IRG4BC40U devices in existing designs?

Yes-IRG4BC40WPBF is a direct lead-free replacement for IRG4BC40U. Both share identical electrical specs, pinout, and TO-220AB package. The "PBF" suffix indicates RoHS-compliant termination; no layout or drive circuit changes are needed. Thermal performance and SOA curves remain unchanged per Infineon's replacement documentation (AN-1052).

What is the recommended gate resistor value for 10 kHz motor drive operation?

A 15 Ω gate resistor is recommended for 10 kHz operation with 15 V gate drive. This value balances switching speed (t_on/t_off ≈ 80–120 ns) against EMI and voltage overshoot. Lower values (≤10 Ω) increase dv/dt and EMI; higher values (≥22 Ω) raise switching losses beyond 1.5 mJ per cycle at 20 A, risking thermal overload in sealed enclosures.

IRG4BC40WPBF 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):: 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-220AB

IRG4BC40WPBF FAQ

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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 IRG4BC40WPBF part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for IRG4BC40WPBF:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

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

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