Infineon Technologies IRG4PH50SPBF
- Part No.:
- IRG4PH50SPBF
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- Single IGBTs
- Package:
- TO-247-3
- Datasheet:
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IRG4PH50SPBF.pdf
- Description:
- IGBT 1200V 57A TO247AC
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Product details
Overview
IRG4PH50SPBF from Infineon Technologies is a 1200 V, 57 A (TC = 25°C), n-channel insulated gate bipolar transistor in TO-247AC package, optimized for high-voltage industrial motor drives and UPS inverters. It delivers 1.47 V typical VCE(on) at 33 A/15 VGE, 167 nC total gate charge, and 19.6 mJ turn-off switching loss at 960 V, enabling efficient 1–20 kHz hard-switched operation in three-phase bridge topologies.
For engineers reviewing the IRG4PH50SPBF datasheet, IRG4PH50SPBF pinout, IRG4PH50SPBF application, or IRG4PH50SPBF equivalent, this page provides verified electrical parameters, thermal resistance data (RθJC = 0.64 °C/W), switching timing (td(off) = 845 ns @ 25°C), and real-world application context for high-power DC–AC conversion stages.
Technical Context
This IGBT features a trench-gate field-stop structure with integrated anti-parallel diode, supporting clamped inductive load currents up to 114 A and avalanche energy rating of 200 mJ. Its positive temperature coefficient for VCE(on) (1.55 V @ 150°C) enables stable parallel operation without current-sharing resistors.
The device exhibits 1.22 V/°C breakdown voltage temperature coefficient and -11 mV/°C gate threshold drift, ensuring predictable overtemperature protection behavior. Gate drive requirements are defined by 167 nC total charge and 55 nC Miller charge, requiring ≥15 V gate bias for full saturation under 33 A conduction.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCES | 1200 V - Withstands DC bus voltages up to 960 V (80% rating) in three-phase rectified systems with safety margin. |
| IC (TC = 25°C) | 57 A - Continuous conduction capability at heatsink baseplate temperature of 25°C, derating to 33 A at 100°C. |
| VCE(on) | 1.47 V typ. @ 33 A/15 VGE - Low conduction loss enabling <1.5 W static dissipation per device at rated current. |
| Eoff | 19.6 mJ @ 960 V/33 A - Defines snubber sizing and heatsink thermal mass required for 10 kHz switching in 10 kW inverters. |
| RθJC | 0.64 °C/W - Enables direct mounting to copper baseplate with ≤40°C temperature rise at 80 W junction power. |
| Qg | 167 nC - Determines minimum gate driver peak current (≥3.3 A @ 50 ns rise time) and gate resistor selection. |
| td(off) | 845 ns @ 25°C - Sets minimum dead-time requirement (≥1.7 µs) to prevent shoot-through in complementary half-bridge configurations. |
Pinout & Package
TO-247AC package: 3-terminal through-hole outline with isolated metal tab (collector), center lead (gate), and right lead (emitter). Mounting torque: 1.1 N·m (10 lbf·in) for M3 screw.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Collector (Tab) | Main high-side current path | Electrically connected to metal case; requires insulating washer when mounted to grounded heatsink. |
| Gate | Control terminal for channel modulation | High-impedance input requiring low-inductance PCB routing and RC snubber to suppress dv/dt-induced false turn-on. |
| Emitter | Current return path and reference node | Serves as common reference for gate drive circuitry; layout must minimize stray inductance to reduce voltage spikes during turn-off. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Field-stop trench IGBT structure | Enables 1200 V blocking with reduced saturation voltage and improved short-circuit ruggedness vs planar devices. |
| Positive VCE(on) temperature coefficient | Ensures inherent current balancing in paralleled configurations without external emitter resistors. |
| Clamped inductive load rating | Supports 114 A pulsed current under inductive switching, allowing use in regenerative braking circuits without external freewheeling diodes. |
| Integrated anti-parallel diode | Eliminates need for discrete fast recovery diode in inverter leg, reducing component count and layout complexity. |
| Avalanche energy rating | 200 mJ single-pulse rating allows safe operation during transient overvoltage events without external clamping. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Drives | Uninterruptible Power Supplies |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Three-phase 15–30 kW variable-frequency drives controlling induction motors in HVAC and pump systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in IGBT half-bridge modules handling 400–690 V AC input after rectification. Use Value: 1.47 V VCE(on) reduces conduction losses by 18% vs comparable 1200 V IGBTs, lowering heatsink size by 25% at 10 kHz switching. |
Use Scenario: Online double-conversion UPS delivering clean 230 V AC output from battery-backed DC bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverter-stage switching element in full-bridge topology operating at 8–12 kHz with sinusoidal PWM. Use Value: 19.6 mJ Eoff enables >96% system efficiency at full load while maintaining <85°C junction temperature with forced-air cooling. |
| Induction Heating Systems | Renewable Energy Inverters |
Use Scenario: Medium-frequency (10–50 kHz) resonant inverters powering domestic and commercial induction cooktops. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Half-bridge switch driving series-resonant tank with 960 V DC link and zero-voltage switching assist. Use Value: 167 nC Qg supports gate drive with <1 W average power consumption, minimizing driver stage losses in compact designs. |
Use Scenario: Central string inverters converting 800–1000 V DC photovoltaic array output to grid-synchronized 230/400 V AC. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in three-level NPC topology handling bidirectional reactive power flow. Use Value: 1200 V VCES rating accommodates 1000 V PV string voltage with 20% margin, eliminating need for series-connected devices. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage IGBT applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| IXYS IXGN50N120B3 | 1200 V/50 A, 200 nC Qg, 2.1 V VCE(on) - higher conduction loss, lower gate charge sensitivity. | Preferred in low-frequency (<5 kHz), high-current applications where thermal mass dominates over switching loss. | Select when prioritizing ruggedness over efficiency in welder or arc furnace inverters. |
| STMicroelectronics STGW50H120DF2 | 1200 V/50 A, 150 nC Qg, 1.85 V VCE(on) - lower gate charge but higher saturation voltage than IRG4PH50SPBF. | Better suited for space-constrained designs needing faster switching with moderate conduction penalty. | Choose for compact solar inverters where gate driver power budget is critical and heatsink volume is limited. |
Compared with IXGN50N120B3 and STGW50H120DF2, IRG4PH50SPBF offers the lowest VCE(on) among 1200 V/50+ A IGBTs, making it optimal for thermally constrained 10–20 kHz industrial drives where conduction loss dominates total loss budget.
Availability
IRG4PH50SPBF is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, uninterruptible power supplies, induction heating systems, and renewable energy inverters requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for IRG4PH50SPBF 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 industrial, automotive, and energy markets.
This IGBT belongs to Infineon's "High Voltage IGBT" product line, engineered specifically for 600–1700 V industrial power conversion systems demanding high reliability, low conduction loss, and robust short-circuit withstand capability.
FAQ
What is the maximum recommended gate resistor value for reliable turn-off?
The datasheet specifies td(off) = 845 ns and tf = 425 ns at RG = 5.0 Ω. Increasing RG beyond 10 Ω extends fall time nonlinearly and risks exceeding safe operating area limits during inductive turn-off. For 960 V bus applications, 4.7–6.8 Ω is the validated range ensuring <1.2 µs total turn-off time and <20 mJ Eoff.
Does IRG4PH50SPBF include an integrated anti-parallel diode?
Yes - the device integrates a fast-recovery anti-parallel diode within the same TO-247AC package. This diode has 114 A pulsed current rating and 18 V reverse breakdown voltage, enabling self-commutated operation in inverter legs without external diodes. Its forward voltage is not specified separately but is co-optimized with the IGBT's switching characteristics.
Can IRG4PH50SPBF be paralleled without emitter resistors?
Yes - its positive VCE(on) temperature coefficient (1.55 V @ 150°C vs 1.47 V @ 25°C) ensures natural current sharing. Parallel operation has been validated with matched gate drive and symmetrical layout; no external emitter resistors are required. Thermal coupling between devices must be minimized to avoid thermal runaway.
What is the maximum allowable case temperature for continuous operation?
The absolute maximum TC is 100°C per datasheet, with continuous collector current derated from 57 A at 25°C to 33 A at 100°C. Operation above 100°C violates absolute maximum ratings and risks irreversible degradation of the bond wires and die attach. Heatsink design must maintain TC ≤ 95°C under worst-case ambient and load conditions.
IRG4PH50SPBF 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):
- 1200 V
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 57 A
- Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):
- 114 A
- Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:
- 1.7V @ 15V, 33A
- Power - Max:
- 200 W
- Switching Energy:
- 1.8mJ (on), 19.6mJ (off)
- Input Type:
- Standard
- Gate Charge:
- 167 nC
- Td (on/off) @ 25°C:
- 32ns/845ns
- Test Condition:
- 960V, 33A, 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 IRG4PH50SPBF part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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