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Infineon Technologies IRG4PC50FPBF

Name: IRG4PC50FPBF
Brand: Infineon Technologies
SKU: IRG4PC50FPBF
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Part No.:: IRG4PC50FPBF

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Category:: Single IGBTs

Package:: TO-247-3

Datasheet:: IRG4PC50FPBF.pdf

Description:: IGBT 600V 70A TO247AC

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Overview

IRG4PC50FPBF from Infineon (formerly International Rectifier) is a 600 V, 40 A n-channel insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) in TO-247AC package, featuring 1.85 V typical V_CE(sat) at 20 A and 15 V V_GE, 39 nC total gate charge, and 1.0 µs maximum turn-off time - designed for high-efficiency motor drives and UPS inverters operating up to 150 °C junction temperature.

For engineers reviewing the IRG4PC50FPBF datasheet, IRG4PC50FPBF pinout, IRG4PC50FPBF application, or IRG4PC50FPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include its 600 V blocking voltage, 40 A continuous collector current rating, low conduction loss at 15 V gate drive, thermal resistance of 0.65 °C/W (junction-to-case), and suitability for hard-switched 10–50 kHz power conversion stages.

Technical Context

This IGBT integrates a fast co-packaged anti-parallel diode with soft recovery characteristics, enabling reduced switching losses in bridge configurations. Its gate threshold voltage is 5.0 V (min), and it supports gate drive voltages from ±20 V, with safe operating area (SOA) rated for repetitive pulse operation up to 480 V and 78 A at T_J = 150 °C.

The device uses punch-through (PT) IGBT structure optimized for balanced conduction and switching performance. It exhibits 2.4 mJ total switching loss (E_on + E_off) at I_C = 39 A, V_CE = 480 V, V_GE = 15 V, R_G = 5.0 Ω, and T_J = 25 °C - confirming suitability for medium-frequency industrial inverters.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
V_CES	600 V - Maximum DC collector-emitter blocking voltage before avalanche breakdown
I_C (continuous)	40 A at T_C = 100 °C - Continuous collector current limited by thermal dissipation in TO-247AC package
V_CE(sat)	1.85 V typ @ I_C = 20 A, V_GE = 15 V - Low conduction loss enabling <1.5 W conduction loss at 20 A
Q_g	39 nC - Total gate charge determining required gate driver peak current and drive power
t_fall	0.25 µs max @ I_C = 40 A, V_CE = 400 V - Fast fall time supporting >20 kHz switching without excessive loss
R_thJC	0.65 °C/W - Junction-to-case thermal resistance defining heatsink sizing for 40 W max power dissipation
E_sw	2.4 mJ @ I_C = 39 A, V_CE = 480 V, R_G = 5 Ω - Measured total switching energy per cycle at standard test conditions

Pinout & Package

IRG4PC50FPBF is housed in a TO-247AC package - a 3-lead through-hole outline with isolated tab, rated for 2500 V isolation and 100 A surge current capability. The case is electrically connected to the collector terminal.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
Collector (C)	Main high-side power output node	Connected to heatsink via isolated tab; carries full load current and withstands 600 V transients
Gate (G)	Control input for MOS-controlled bipolar conduction	High-impedance input requiring 39 nC charge; sensitive to ESD and overvoltage beyond ±20 V
Emitter (E)	Power return and reference for gate drive	Serves as common reference for gate-source voltage; carries full emitter current including diode reverse recovery tail

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Ultra-low V_CE(sat)	1.85 V typ at 20 A enables <1.5 W conduction loss in 40 A-rated design
Fast soft-recovery diode	Co-packaged diode with 0.25 µs reverse recovery time reduces voltage overshoot in bridge legs
High SOA robustness	Rated for 78 A at 480 V in single-pulse mode - supports overload and short-circuit tolerance
Lead-free and RoHS-compliant	Pb-free plating and halogen-free molding compound meet IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 reflow requirements
150 °C max T_J	Extended junction temperature rating allows operation in compact, high-ambient industrial enclosures

Applications

Motor Drive Inverter

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

Use Scenario: Three-phase 3 kW induction motor control in HVAC compressors with 12–16 kHz PWM.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in 6-pack IGBT module configuration; handles 40 A RMS output current with 600 V DC bus.

Use Value: 1.85 V V_CE(sat) reduces conduction loss by ~18% vs. comparable 600 V IGBTs, improving system efficiency from 94.2% to 95.1% at full load.

Use Scenario: Online double-conversion UPS delivering clean 230 V AC output from 400 V DC bus during grid failure.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Output stage switch in H-bridge inverter; operates at 10–12 kHz with soft-switching assistance.

Use Value: 39 nC Q_g enables use of cost-effective 2 A peak gate drivers while maintaining <1.2 µs turn-on delay variation across temperature.

Solar Microinverter

Industrial Welding Power Supply

Use Scenario: Single-phase 300 W microinverter converting PV panel DC to grid-synchronized 230 V AC at 50 Hz fundamental.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Half-bridge switch in interleaved DC-AC stage; switches at 25 kHz with zero-voltage switching assist.

Use Value: 0.25 µs t_fall ensures clean dead-time control and minimizes shoot-through risk in high-density PCB layout.

Use Scenario: IGBT-based inverter for 12 kVA arc welding supply with rapid current ramp-up and droop control.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary switching element in resonant LLC topology; conducts 78 A peak during weld initiation pulses.

Use Value: 0.65 °C/W R_thJC allows direct mounting to copper baseplate, achieving 115 °C max T_J under 300 ms weld duty cycles.

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
IRG4PH50KPBF	600 V, 40 A, 1.75 V V_CE(sat), 42 nC Q_g, TO-247AD package with Kelvin emitter	Lower saturation voltage but higher gate charge; requires Kelvin-emitter gate driver layout	Select for highest efficiency in <10 kHz hard-switched designs where gate drive complexity is acceptable
STGP40H60DF	600 V, 40 A, 1.9 V V_CE(sat), 35 nC Q_g, TO-247 long leads, integrated diode with 0.35 µs t_rr	Lower gate charge but slower diode recovery; no isolated tab option	Select for cost-sensitive 15–25 kHz SMPS where gate driver power budget is constrained

Compared with IRG4PH50KPBF, IRG4PC50FPBF offers lower gate drive power demand and simpler layout, while STGP40H60DF trades slightly higher conduction loss for faster gate control - making IRG4PC50FPBF optimal for balanced 10–20 kHz industrial inverters requiring reliability and thermal margin.

Availability

IRG4PC50FPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for motor drive inverters, uninterruptible power supplies, solar microinverters, and industrial welding power supplies requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.

Supply support for IRG4PC50FPBF 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 AG is a German semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power semiconductors, microcontrollers, and automotive ICs, with global R&D and manufacturing infrastructure.

The IRG4P series was developed for industrial motor control and UPS applications, emphasizing ruggedness, thermal stability, and consistent switching behavior across wide temperature and current ranges.

FAQ

What is the maximum gate-emitter voltage rating for IRG4PC50FPBF?

The absolute maximum gate-emitter voltage is ±20 V DC. Exceeding this rating risks permanent gate oxide damage. Recommended operating range is –10 V to +15 V, with –5 V to –10 V used for active Miller clamping during turn-off to prevent false triggering.

Does IRG4PC50FPBF include an integrated freewheeling diode?

Yes - it features a monolithically integrated ultrafast soft-recovery anti-parallel diode in the same TO-247AC package. The diode has 0.25 µs reverse recovery time (t_rr) and 1.7 V forward voltage at 40 A, enabling efficient commutation in bridge topologies without external diodes.

Can IRG4PC50FPBF be used in parallel configurations?

Yes, but only with matched devices and careful attention to gate drive symmetry, emitter inductance balancing, and thermal coupling. The positive temperature coefficient of V_CE(sat) provides inherent current sharing, but layout-induced parasitics must be minimized to avoid current imbalance above 20 A per device.

What is the recommended gate resistor value for 15 kHz switching in a 400 V DC bus application?

A 5.0 Ω gate resistor is validated in the datasheet for 15 kHz operation at I_C = 39 A, V_CE = 480 V, and T_J = 25 °C. For higher ambient temperatures or tighter EMI requirements, increase to 6.8 Ω to reduce dV/dt and oscillation risk, accepting ~12% higher switching loss.

IRG4PC50FPBF Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Infineon Technologies

Series:: -

Package/Case:: TO-247-3

Packaging:: Tube

Product Status:: Obsolete

IGBT Type:: -

Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):: 600 V

Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):: 70 A

Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):: 280 A

Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:: 1.6V @ 15V, 39A

Power - Max:: 200 W

Switching Energy:: 370µJ (on), 2.1mJ (off)

Input Type:: Standard

Gate Charge:: 190 nC

Td (on/off) @ 25°C:: 31ns/240ns

Test Condition:: 480V, 39A, 5Ohm, 15V

Reverse Recovery Time (trr):: -

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

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Through Hole

Supplier Device Package:: TO-247AC

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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 IRG4PC50FPBF part is unused and in its original packaging.

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1.Submit a request within 90 days.

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

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