STMicroelectronics STGIPQ5C60T-HZ

Overview

STGIPQ5C60T-HZ from STMicroelectronics is a 3-phase intelligent power module (IPM) integrating six short-circuit rugged 600 V, 5 A trench-gate field-stop IGBTs with freewheeling diodes, three high-voltage half-bridge gate drivers (HVICs), an uncommitted op-amp, and a fault comparator - all in a single N2DIP-26L package. It delivers motor drive functionality for low-power ACIM and BLDC applications up to 500 V DC bus, with built-in NTC thermistor interface, ±2 kV HBM ESD protection, and 1800 Vrms isolation.

For engineers reviewing the STGIPQ5C60T-HZ datasheet, STGIPQ5C60T-HZ pinout, STGIPQ5C60T-HZ application, or STGIPQ5C60T-HZ equivalent, key selection considerations include its integrated current-sensing op-amp (±6 mV offset, 3.8 V/µs slew rate), shutdown propagation delay (<125 ns), dead-time control (1.5 µs blanking), bootstrap diode integration, and UL 1557 recognition for safety-critical appliance designs.

Technical Context

The module implements three independent half-bridge gate drivers with interlocking logic and undervoltage lockout on both VCC (12.0 V turn-on threshold) and VBS (11.5 V turn-on threshold), preventing shoot-through during switching transients. Each HVIC drives IGBTs with optimized dV/dt control (50 V/ns max) and includes internal pull-down resistors (375 kΩ) on HIN/LIN inputs.

Its analog subsystem comprises a rail-to-rail op-amp (8–12 MHz GBWP, 16–30 mA output drive) and a comparator with 0.54 V internal reference, enabling fast overcurrent detection via external shunt resistor - triggering U-phase shutdown directly and propagating to V/W phases via RC-controlled SD pin timing per AN4966.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

The STGIPQ5C60T-HZ uses the N2DIP-26L type L package: a 32.2 mm × 12.5 mm × 5.4 mm molded module with exposed thermal pad connected to GND and isolated high-voltage terminals. It features screw-mount compatibility for direct heatsink attachment and optimized thermal path for built-in motor drives.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 3-phase IPM motor drive applications.

Compared with FST40010A and FSB50550, STGIPQ5C60T-HZ uniquely integrates analog signal conditioning (op-amp + comparator), thermal monitoring (NTC), and EMI-optimized switching in a UL-recognized 600 V/5 A package - making it optimal for space-constrained, safety-certified, low-power (<500 W) appliance motor drives requiring minimal external components.

Availability

STGIPQ5C60T-HZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for dishwasher motor drives, kitchen hood fan control, refrigerator compressor inverters, and PMSM washing machine drum drives requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and UL-compliant isolation.

Supply support for STGIPQ5C60T-HZ 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 ICs, sensors, and analog devices for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

This device belongs to the SLLIMM™ nano 2nd series of intelligent power modules, engineered specifically for compact, high-efficiency 3-phase AC motor drives in white goods and HVAC applications where thermal performance, safety certification, and integration density are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum recommended DC bus voltage for continuous operation?

The STGIPQ5C60T-HZ is rated for 600 V V_CES and specifies 300–500 V as the recommended operating range in Table 14. Continuous operation above 500 V risks exceeding safe operating area limits during transient overvoltage events, especially at elevated junction temperatures. Designers must ensure peak line voltage plus ringing stays below 550 V to maintain reliability per Figure 13's V_CE(sat) derating curve.

How does the integrated op-amp differ from standard rail-to-rail amplifiers in motor control?

This op-amp features 8–12 MHz gain-bandwidth product, 3.8 V/µs slew rate, and 16–30 mA output drive - optimized for direct shunt-resistor current sensing into 10 kΩ ADC inputs or comparator thresholds. Unlike general-purpose op-amps, it operates from the same V_CC supply as the gate drivers and maintains stability with capacitive loads up to 100 pF, eliminating need for external compensation networks in typical inverter layouts.

Can the T/SD/OD pin be used simultaneously for NTC sensing and shutdown signaling?

Yes - the pin combines NTC thermistor (to GND), active-low shutdown input (with 125 kΩ internal pull-down), and open-drain fault output. During normal operation, the NTC voltage (2.0–4.5 V across −40 to 125 °C) is monitored by MCU ADC. When fault occurs, the comparator pulls T/SD/OD low, which can trigger MCU interrupt and/or drive external latch. External 1–2.2 kΩ pull-up resistor sets logic thresholds per supply voltage (3.3 V or 5 V).

What layout practices prevent false triggering of the CIN comparator?

To avoid noise-induced false trips, ST recommends an RC filter (R_SF × C_SF = 1 µs) placed within 2 mm of the CIN pin, using low-ESR/ESL ceramic capacitor. The shunt resistor must be low-inductance (e.g., metal strip), and the CIN trace must be routed away from switching nodes (P, OUTx, V_bootx). Grounding SGN_GND to PWR_GND at a single point near the shunt minimizes common-mode noise coupling into the comparator's 0.54 V reference.