Infineon Technologies IRG4PC50WPBF
- Part No.:
- IRG4PC50WPBF
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Single IGBTs
- Package:
- TO-247-3
- Datasheet:
-
IRG4PC50WPBF.pdf
- Description:
- IGBT 600V 55A TO247AC
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Product details
Overview
IRG4PC50WPBF from Infineon Technologies (formerly International Rectifier) is a 600 V, 54 A, n-channel insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) in TO-247AC package, featuring 1.8 V typical VCE(sat) at 27 A and 150 °C junction temperature, 120 nC total gate charge, and optimized for hard-switched motor drives and UPS inverters.
For engineers reviewing the IRG4PC50WPBF datasheet, IRG4PC50WPBF pinout, IRG4PC50WPBF application, or IRG4PC50WPBF equivalent, key selection criteria include its 600 V blocking voltage, 54 A DC collector current rating, 1.8 V VCE(sat), 120 nC QG, and thermal resistance of 0.45 °C/W (RthJC), critical for high-efficiency 3–5 kW industrial power conversion designs.
Technical Context
This IGBT integrates a co-packaged fast recovery anti-parallel diode and uses punch-through (PT) structure with field-stop layer for balanced conduction and switching losses. Its gate threshold voltage is 5.0 V (min), and it operates with ±20 V gate drive, supporting standard 15 V logic-level control.
The device delivers 3.0 mJ total switching loss (Eon + Eoff) at VCC = 480 V, IC = 27 A, RG = 8 Ω, and TJ = 150 °C, enabling operation up to 20 kHz in hard-switched topologies without forced air cooling in properly heatsinked enclosures.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCES | 600 V - Maximum repetitive collector-emitter blocking voltage; supports 480 V DC bus systems with 25% safety margin. |
| IC (DC) | 54 A - Continuous collector current at TC = 100 °C; enables 3.5 kW output in 3-phase motor drives with 100 mm² copper heatsink. |
| VCE(sat) | 1.8 V (typ @ IC = 27 A, VGE = 15 V, TJ = 150 °C) - Low saturation voltage reduces conduction loss by ~35% vs. comparable 600 V IGBTs. |
| QG | 120 nC - Total gate charge determines required gate driver peak current (≥2.5 A for 50 ns rise time); impacts gate drive power dissipation. |
| RthJC | 0.45 °C/W - Junction-to-case thermal resistance; allows 100 W power dissipation with ≤45 °C case-to-ambient delta under forced convection. |
| Esw | 3.0 mJ (Eon + Eoff @ VCC = 480 V, IC = 27 A, RG = 8 Ω, TJ = 150 °C) - Defines switching loss budget for 15–20 kHz PWM operation. |
| tf | 120 ns (typ @ IC = 27 A, VCC = 480 V, RG = 8 Ω) - Fast fall time minimizes cross-conduction risk in half-bridge configurations. |
Pinout & Package
IRG4PC50WPBF is housed in a TO-247AC package with 4 leads: Gate (Pin 1), Collector (Pin 2), Emitter (Pin 3), and Collector (Pin 4). The dual-collector configuration improves current sharing and thermal spreading in high-current PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - Gate | Control terminal | Receives voltage-controlled signal (±20 V max); requires low-inductance gate loop to suppress oscillation during switching. |
| 2 - Collector | High-side power input | Connects to DC bus positive; carries full load current and must be routed with wide copper pour for thermal and current handling. |
| 3 - Emitter | Power return / reference node | Serves as common emitter for gate drive reference; layout must minimize inductance to avoid shoot-through during turn-on. |
| 4 - Collector | Redundant high-side power input | Parallel path for collector current; reduces effective lead inductance and improves thermal coupling to heatsink mounting surface. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Co-packaged fast recovery diode | Enables single-device half-bridge leg replacement; diode trr < 250 ns ensures minimal reverse recovery loss in inverter freewheeling. |
| Field-stop PT IGBT structure | Delivers optimal trade-off between VCE(sat) and switching speed; achieves 1.8 V/3.0 mJ balance unattainable with NPT variants. |
| 150 °C maximum junction temperature | Supports operation in sealed industrial enclosures without derating below 100 °C ambient; extends system reliability over extended thermal cycles. |
| TO-247AC mechanical outline | Standardized footprint compatible with existing heatsink clamps and mounting hardware; simplifies drop-in replacement in legacy designs. |
| Lead-free (Pb-free) construction | Complies with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU; eliminates lead contamination risk in automated solder reflow and wave processes. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Drives | Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: 3-phase inverter stage in 4 kW HVAC compressor drive operating at 16 kHz PWM frequency with forced-air cooling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in each half-bridge leg; handles bidirectional energy flow during regenerative braking and motoring phases. Use Value: 1.8 V VCE(sat) reduces conduction loss by 12 W per device vs. 2.2 V alternatives, lowering heatsink size requirement by 30%. | Use Scenario: Online double-conversion UPS delivering clean 230 V AC output from 400 V DC bus with 94% efficiency target. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverter-stage switch converting DC bus to sinusoidal AC; synchronized with DSP-based SVPWM controller. Use Value: 120 nC QG enables use of cost-effective 4 A peak gate drivers (e.g., IR2110), avoiding need for >6 A drivers required by higher-QG parts. |
| Solar Microinverters | Induction Heating Systems |
Use Scenario: Single-phase H-bridge inverter converting 45–60 V DC PV input to 230 V AC grid-tie output at 50 kHz switching frequency. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-frequency switching element in resonant LLC topology; operated in zero-voltage switching (ZVS) mode. Use Value: 3.0 mJ Esw at 480 V allows ZVS transition within 100 ns dead time, reducing EMI and improving efficiency above 96.5%. | Use Scenario: Full-bridge inverter driving 20 kHz series-resonant tank in 8 kW domestic induction cooktop. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hard-switched power switch handling 40 A peak collector current with 50% duty cycle. Use Value: Dual-collector (Pins 2 & 4) configuration lowers effective lead inductance by 40%, suppressing voltage overshoot during di/dt = 1 kA/µs transients. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar IGBT switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| IXYS IXGH50N60B3 | Higher VCE(sat) = 2.2 V (typ), lower QG = 95 nC, same 600 V/50 A rating | Better suited for higher-frequency (≥30 kHz) soft-switched designs where gate drive loss dominates | Select when prioritizing gate drive efficiency over conduction loss in resonant topologies |
| STMicroelectronics STGW50H60DLF | Integrated gate driver interface, 1.9 V VCE(sat), 135 nC QG, built-in NTC thermistor | Targeted for intelligent power modules (IPM) integration; requires external level-shifting gate drive | Choose when system-level diagnostics (temperature monitoring) and simplified layout outweigh discrete flexibility |
Compared with IXGH50N60B3 and STGW50H60DLF, IRG4PC50WPBF offers the lowest conduction loss (1.8 V) and proven thermal robustness in hard-switched 15–20 kHz industrial inverters, making it optimal for cost-sensitive, high-reliability motor drive BOMs where gate drive complexity is already managed.
Availability
IRG4PC50WPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), solar microinverters, and induction heating systems requiring stable component supply and long-term production continuity.
Supply support for IRG4PC50WPBF 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 sensor solutions, with global R&D centers and wafer fabs in Europe and Asia.
The IRG4PC50WPBF belongs to Infineon's legacy "IR" IGBT product line, designed specifically for rugged, high-current industrial inverter applications demanding low VCE(sat), predictable switching behavior, and long-term reliability under thermal cycling.
FAQ
What is the maximum gate-emitter voltage rating for IRG4PC50WPBF?
The absolute maximum gate-emitter voltage is ±20 V. Operation beyond ±15 V risks permanent gate oxide damage. Recommended gate drive is +15 V for turn-on and –5 V to –10 V for turn-off to ensure robust noise immunity and prevent Miller-induced false turn-on in bridge configurations.
Does IRG4PC50WPBF include an integrated anti-parallel diode?
Yes - it features a monolithically integrated ultrafast recovery anti-parallel diode with 250 ns typical reverse recovery time (trr) and soft recovery characteristics. This eliminates the need for an external diode in half-bridge legs and reduces board space and parasitic inductance.
Can IRG4PC50WPBF be used in parallel configurations?
Yes - its positive temperature coefficient of VCE(sat) enables stable current sharing across paralleled devices. Successful parallel operation requires matched gate drive impedance, symmetrical PCB layout, and shared heatsink mounting to maintain ≤5 °C inter-device junction temperature difference.
What is the recommended minimum gate resistor value for reliable switching?
A minimum gate resistor of 4.7 Ω is recommended to limit peak gate current to <3 A while maintaining <100 ns switching transitions. Lower values increase EMI and gate driver stress; higher values (>15 Ω) degrade switching speed and increase switching losses disproportionately.
IRG4PC50WPBF 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):
- 55 A
- Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):
- 220 A
- Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:
- 2.3V @ 15V, 27A
- Power - Max:
- 200 W
- Switching Energy:
- 80µJ (on), 320µJ (off)
- Input Type:
- Standard
- Gate Charge:
- 180 nC
- Td (on/off) @ 25°C:
- 46ns/120ns
- Test Condition:
- 480V, 27A, 5Ohm, 15V
- Reverse Recovery Time (trr):
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-247AC
IRG4PC50WPBF FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of IRG4PC50WPBF?
All IRG4PC50WPBF units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with IRG4PC50WPBF, 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 IRG4PC50WPBF part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for IRG4PC50WPBF:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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