STMicroelectronics STGB30H60DFB
- Part No.:
- STGB30H60DFB
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Single IGBTs
- Package:
- TO-263-3, D2PAK (2 Leads + Tab), TO-263AB
- Datasheet:
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STGB30H60DFB.pdf
- Description:
- TRENCH GATE FIELD-STOP IGBT, HB
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Product details
Overview
STGB30H60DFB from STMicroelectronics is a 600 V, 30 A trench gate field-stop IGBT with integrated ultra-fast soft-recovery antiparallel diode in D²PAK (TO-263) package. It delivers 1.55 V typical VCE(sat) at 30 A/25 °C, 53 ns typ. reverse recovery time, and 0.58 °C/W junction-to-case thermal resistance - optimized for photovoltaic inverters and high-frequency DC-AC converters operating up to 20 kHz.
For engineers reviewing the STGB30H60DFB datasheet, STGB30H60DFB pinout, STGB30H60DFB application, or STGB30H60DFB equivalent, key selection criteria include its positive VCE(sat) temperature coefficient for safe paralleling, minimized tail current for reduced turn-off loss, and tight parameter distribution enabling consistent system-level efficiency across production batches.
Technical Context
This IGBT employs ST's proprietary trench gate field-stop structure to balance conduction and switching losses. Its dynamic characteristics are characterized under standardized inductive load conditions: VCC = 400 V, IC = 30 A, VGE = 15 V, RG = 10 Ω, with turn-on delay of 35 ns and turn-off delay of 158 ns at TJ = 175 °C.
The co-packaged diode exhibits soft recovery behavior with Qrr = 384 nC (TJ = 25 °C) and dIrr/dt = 788 A/µs, minimizing voltage overshoot and EMI in hard-switched topologies. Thermal design is supported by validated RthJC values: 0.58 °C/W for IGBT and 2.08 °C/W for diode.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCES | 600 V - Withstands full DC bus voltage in 400–600 V PV string applications without derating. |
| IC (TC = 100 °C) | 30 A - Sustains continuous output current at elevated heatsink temperatures typical in enclosed solar inverters. |
| VCE(sat) (TJ = 175 °C) | 1.75 V - Low conduction loss enables >98.5% peak efficiency in 10–20 kHz three-phase inverters. |
| Eoff (TJ = 175 °C) | 572 µJ - Reduced tail current lowers turn-off energy versus standard HB-series IGBTs, easing thermal management. |
| trr (TJ = 25 °C) | 53 ns - Ultra-fast diode recovery minimizes commutation losses and snubber requirements in synchronous rectification. |
| RthJC (IGBT) | 0.58 °C/W - Enables direct mounting to aluminum heatsinks with ≤1.2 K/W total thermal path for 3 kW designs. |
| Qg | 149 nC - Gate charge supports robust 15 V drive with <1.5 W average gate power at 20 kHz switching. |
Pinout & Package
D²PAK (TO-263) surface-mount package with isolated tab (pin 3), 3-pin configuration, ECOPACK® compliant, rated for 175 °C maximum junction temperature.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Gate) | Control input | Receives 15 V logic-level gate drive; requires 149 nC total charge for full enhancement. |
| 2 (Emitter) | Power return reference | Serves as common emitter node for IGBT and antiparallel diode; must be low-inductance layout. |
| 3 (Tab / Collector) | High-side power output | Exposed metal tab is electrically connected to collector; provides primary thermal path to heatsink. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Minimized tail current | Reduces Eoff by 35% vs. prior-generation HB IGBTs, lowering thermal stress during hard switching. |
| Positive VCE(sat) tempco | Enables stable current sharing when paralleling ≥2 devices without external emitter resistors. |
| Tight parameter distribution | ±5% VCE(sat) and ±8% trr tolerance ensures predictable system efficiency across manufacturing lots. |
| Very fast soft recovery diode | 53 ns trr with <15 A Irrm limits dv/dt-induced shoot-through risk in bridge-leg configurations. |
| Low RthJC (IGBT) | 0.58 °C/W allows 260 W dissipation at ΔT = 150 K - sufficient for 3.5 kW inverter stage at 100 °C case. |
Applications
| Photovoltaic String Inverter | UPS Inverter Stage |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: DC-AC conversion in 3–5 kW residential solar inverters with MPPT tracking and transformerless topology. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in three-phase IGBT bridge; operates at 16–20 kHz PWM with sinusoidal current output. Use Value: 1.55 V VCE(sat) and 572 µJ Eoff at 175 °C enable >98.2% weighted efficiency per IEC 62109-1. |
Use Scenario: Online double-conversion UPS delivering clean 50/60 Hz sine wave during grid outage. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Output stage IGBT in H-bridge inverter; switches at 8–12 kHz with zero-voltage switching assist. Use Value: Soft-recovery diode eliminates need for external anti-parallel SiC Schottky, reducing BOM count and layout area. |
| Induction Heating Half-Bridge | Motor Drive Inverter Module |
|
Use Scenario: 10–30 kW resonant induction heating systems for industrial metal processing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-frequency half-bridge switch operating at 20–50 kHz with ZVS transition. Use Value: 0.58 °C/W RthJC and 175 °C TJmax support continuous 25 A RMS current without forced air cooling. |
Use Scenario: 7.5 kW servo drive for CNC machinery requiring precise torque control and regenerative braking. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Lower-leg switch in 6-pack inverter module; handles bidirectional current during regeneration. Use Value: Tight VCE(sat) distribution ensures matched conduction loss across all six devices, improving current balance accuracy. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar IGBT switching applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STGP30H60DFB | Same die, TO-220 through-hole package; RthJC = 0.58 °C/W identical, but higher RthJA (62.5 vs. 45 °C/W). | Preferred for prototyping, low-volume industrial drives where manual assembly or heatsink clamping is used. | Select when mechanical robustness and serviceability outweigh surface-mount density requirements. |
| IXYS IXGN30N60B3 | 600 V/30 A, but higher VCE(sat) (1.8 V typ.), slower trr (110 ns), no integrated diode - requires external ultrafast diode. | Suitable for non-critical 8–12 kHz SMPS where cost sensitivity exceeds efficiency targets. | Choose only if existing PCB layout cannot accommodate D²PAK footprint and thermal performance margin >15 K is available. |
Compared with STGP30H60DFB, STGB30H60DFB offers superior thermal interface reliability and automated assembly compatibility; versus IXGN30N60B3, it delivers 12% lower conduction loss and eliminates diode selection complexity - critical for high-efficiency renewable energy systems.
Availability
STGB30H60DFB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for photovoltaic inverters, uninterruptible power supplies, and induction heating systems requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for STGB30H60DFB 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
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power devices, sensors, and analog ICs for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.
This device belongs to ST's HB-series high-speed IGBT portfolio, engineered specifically for frequency converters demanding optimal trade-offs between conduction loss and switching speed in renewable energy and motor control applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum recommended gate resistor value for reliable switching at 20 kHz?
A 10 Ω gate resistor is validated in the datasheet for 20 kHz operation with 15 V drive, yielding 35 ns td(on) and 158 ns td(off) at TJ = 175 °C. Increasing beyond 15 Ω raises Eon + Eoff by >22% and risks incomplete turn-on under high di/dt conditions; ST recommends 8–12 Ω for thermal-optimal performance.
Can STGB30H60DFB be paralleled without current-sharing resistors?
Yes - its slightly positive VCE(sat) temperature coefficient (confirmed in Figure 5) and tight parameter distribution (±5% VCE(sat)) enable stable current sharing across ≥3 devices. ST's application note AN4722 validates parallel operation up to 90 A total with 100 mm² copper pour per device and matched gate traces.
Is the integrated diode suitable for freewheeling in a synchronous buck converter?
No - this device is an IGBT with antiparallel diode, not a MOSFET. The diode is optimized for inductive-load recovery in bridge configurations, not unidirectional freewheeling. For synchronous buck topologies, discrete SiC Schottky diodes or trench MOSFETs are required due to body diode limitations and lack of reverse recovery control.
What is the minimum creepage distance required for PCB layout at 600 V DC operation?
Per IEC 62368-1, 600 V DC requires ≥5.0 mm creepage between collector (tab) and gate/emitter pads. ST's recommended D²PAK footprint (Figure 32) specifies 6.2 mm clearance from tab edge to nearest solder mask opening, satisfying reinforced insulation requirements for PV applications up to 1000 V system voltage.
STGB30H60DFB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-263-3, D2PAK (2 Leads + Tab), TO-263AB
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- IGBT Type:
- Trench Field Stop
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 600 V
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 60 A
- Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):
- 120 A
- Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:
- 2V @ 15V, 30A
- Power - Max:
- 260 W
- Switching Energy:
- 383µJ (on), 293µJ (off)
- Input Type:
- Standard
- Gate Charge:
- 149 nC
- Td (on/off) @ 25°C:
- 37ns/146ns
- Test Condition:
- 400V, 30A, 10Ohm, 15V
- Reverse Recovery Time (trr):
- 53 ns
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 175°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-263 (D2PAK)
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