STMicroelectronics STGWT30H65FB
- Part No.:
- STGWT30H65FB
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Single IGBTs
- Package:
- TO-3P-3, SC-65-3
- Datasheet:
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STGWT30H65FB.pdf
- Description:
- IGBT 650V 30A 260W TO3PL
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Product details
Overview
STGWT30H65FB from STMicroelectronics is a 650 V, 30 A high-speed trench gate field-stop IGBT in TO-3PF package, optimized for photovoltaic inverters and high-frequency converters. It delivers VCE(sat) = 1.55 V (typ.) at IC = 30 A, TJ = 25 °C; features minimized tail current, tight parameter distribution, and safe paralleling capability enabled by slightly positive VCE(sat) temperature coefficient.
For engineers reviewing the STGWT30H65FB datasheet, STGWT30H65FB pinout, STGWT30H65FB application, or STGWT30H65FB equivalent, key selection criteria include thermal resistance (RthJC = 1.63 °C/W), switching energy (Eoff = 293 µJ at TJ = 25 °C), gate charge (Qg = 149 nC), and safe operating area up to 175 °C junction temperature.
Technical Context
This IGBT employs ST's proprietary trench gate field-stop structure to balance conduction and switching losses across 10–100 kHz frequency ranges. Its dynamic characteristics are characterized under standardized inductive load conditions (VCC = 400 V, IC = 30 A, RG = 10 Ω, VGE = 15 V), with turn-off delay td(off) = 146 ns and fall time tf = 23 ns at TJ = 25 °C.
The device supports robust parallel operation due to its tightly distributed VGE(th) (5–7 V) and monotonic VCE(sat) vs. temperature behavior - increasing from 1.55 V at 25 °C to 1.75 V at 175 °C - ensuring current sharing stability under thermal stress.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCES | 650 V - Maximum blocking voltage before avalanche; enables use in 600 V-class DC bus systems with margin. |
| IC (TC = 100 °C) | 30 A - Continuous collector current rating at case temperature of 100 °C; defines usable output power in thermally constrained designs. |
| VCE(sat) | 1.55 V (typ., TJ = 25 °C, IC = 30 A) - Low saturation voltage reduces conduction loss and heatsink sizing requirements. |
| RthJC | 1.63 °C/W - Junction-to-case thermal resistance in TO-3PF package; determines minimum heatsink thermal resistance needed for 175 °C max TJ. |
| Eoff | 293 µJ (TJ = 25 °C) - Turn-off switching energy; directly impacts gate driver power demand and system efficiency at 20+ kHz switching. |
| Qg | 149 nC - Total gate charge; sets minimum gate driver peak current (e.g., >15 A for 10 ns rise time) and influences drive loss. |
| Cies | 3659 pF - Input capacitance at VCE = 25 V; affects gate drive loop stability and Miller effect susceptibility. |
Pinout & Package
STGWT30H65FB uses the TO-3PF package - a through-hole, insulated metal-can package with integrated creepage/clearance and 3.5 kVRMS isolation between leads and heat sink. The case (tab) serves as the collector terminal, enabling direct mounting to heatsinks without insulating pads when used with isolated mounting hardware.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| G (1) | Gate | Control input; requires ±20 V absolute max rating; 149 nC total charge demands robust gate driver with low impedance path. |
| C (2, TAB) | Collector | Main high-side power terminal; electrically connected to metal tab - must be isolated from heatsink unless using rated insulating interface. |
| E (3) | Emitter | Power return path; referenced to gate drive ground; layout must minimize inductance to suppress voltage spikes during switching. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| High-speed switching series | Turn-off delay td(off) = 146 ns and Ets = 444 µJ enable efficient operation up to 50 kHz in PFC and inverter stages. |
| Minimized tail current | Reduces Eoff contribution from minority carrier recombination; critical for SiC diode co-packaged topologies (e.g., with STPSC206W). |
| Tight parameter distribution | VGE(th) = 5–7 V and VCE(sat) variation < ±5% ensure predictable current sharing in multi-device parallel configurations. |
| Slightly positive VCE(sat) tempco | VCE(sat) increases from 1.55 V @ 25 °C to 1.75 V @ 175 °C - inherently stabilizes current sharing under thermal imbalance. |
| Low RthJC (TO-3PF) | 1.63 °C/W allows 30 A continuous current at TC = 100 °C while maintaining TJ ≤ 175 °C - simplifies thermal design vs. higher-RthJC alternatives. |
Applications
| Photovoltaic Inverters | Power Factor Correction |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Three-phase string inverters converting DC from solar arrays to grid-synchronized AC at 16–50 kHz switching frequency. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch in NPC or T-type inverter legs; handles bidirectional current flow during reactive power control. Use Value: Low Eoff and tight VCE(sat) distribution maintain >98.5% peak efficiency while enabling compact heatsink design in outdoor-rated enclosures. |
Use Scenario: Active boost PFC stage in industrial SMPS and UPS systems operating at 30–100 kHz with 400 V DC link. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main switching device in continuous conduction mode (CCM) boost converter; commutates high di/dt currents with minimal voltage overshoot. Use Value: Minimized tail current reduces turn-off loss and enables stable operation with fast-recovery SiC diodes, lowering overall system thermal load. |
| Welding Power Supplies | High-Frequency Converters |
|
Use Scenario: IGBT-based inverter welders delivering regulated 100–500 A DC output with rapid current slew rates (>1000 A/ms). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary switching element in dual-phase resonant or hard-switched DC-DC stages; operates with 50–100 µs pulse widths. Use Value: Safe SOA up to 1 ms at 100 V and 30 A ensures reliable short-circuit withstand during arc ignition transients without desaturation protection. |
Use Scenario: Isolated DC-DC converters for EV charging stations and telecom rectifiers switching at 40–80 kHz with 600 V input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary-side switch in phase-shifted full-bridge topology; subjected to ZVS-assisted turn-on and hard turn-off. Use Value: Optimized trade-off between Eon (151 µJ) and Eoff (293 µJ) maximizes full-load efficiency while preserving gate drive simplicity. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-voltage IGBT applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STGW30H65FB | Same die, TO-247 package; RthJC = 0.58 °C/W (lower), but no isolation - requires insulated mounting hardware. | Better thermal performance in space-constrained PCB-mounted designs; unsuitable where creepage/clearance or heatsink isolation is required. | Select when board-level thermal management dominates over safety isolation needs and heatsink mounting flexibility is limited. |
| IXYS IXGN30N60B3 | 600 V rating, 30 A, similar Qg (140 nC), but higher VCE(sat) = 1.8 V (typ.) and slower tf = 55 ns. | Lower voltage rating restricts use to 400 V DC bus systems; higher conduction loss increases heatsink size in high-duty-cycle PFC. | Consider only if legacy design compatibility or cost sensitivity outweighs efficiency and thermal advantages of STGWT30H65FB. |
Compared with STGW30H65FB, STGWT30H65FB trades lower thermal resistance for built-in isolation and creepage compliance; versus IXGN30N60B3, it delivers superior 650 V blocking, faster switching, and tighter parameter spread - making it preferred for new 600 V-class renewable energy and industrial power designs.
Availability
STGWT30H65FB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for photovoltaic inverters, power factor correction circuits, and welding equipment requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing for industrial OEM programs.
Supply support for STGWT30H65FB 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 analog, microcontroller, power, and sensor solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.
STGWT30H65FB belongs to ST's HB series of high-speed IGBTs - engineered specifically for high-efficiency, high-frequency power conversion in renewable energy and industrial motor drives where conduction-switching loss trade-offs are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum allowable gate-emitter voltage for STGWT30H65FB?
The absolute maximum VGE is ±20 V per datasheet DS10155 Rev 7. Exceeding this risks permanent gate oxide damage. Recommended operating range is –10 V to +15 V, with –5 V to –8 V recommended for turn-off bias to improve noise immunity and prevent spurious turn-on during high dv/dt events.
Does STGWT30H65FB require a negative gate drive voltage?
No, it does not require negative gate drive, but applying –5 V to –8 V during turn-off significantly improves robustness against Miller-induced false triggering in high dv/dt environments like three-phase inverters. The device is fully functional with 0 V turn-off, though system-level reliability benefits from negative bias.
Can STGWT30H65FB be paralleled with other IGBTs without external emitter resistors?
Yes - its slightly positive VCE(sat) temperature coefficient and tight parameter distribution (±5% VCE(sat), ±10% VGE(th)) enable stable current sharing without emitter resistors. However, matched gate drive loop inductance and symmetrical PCB layout remain essential to avoid dynamic imbalance.
What is the insulation rating of the TO-3PF package?
The TO-3PF package provides 3.5 kVRMS insulation withstand voltage from all three leads to external heat sink for 1 second at TC = 25 °C. This meets reinforced insulation requirements for 600 V AC mains-connected equipment per IEC 60747-5-2 and enables direct heatsink mounting without additional isolation hardware.
STGWT30H65FB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- TO-3P-3, SC-65-3
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- IGBT Type:
- Trench Field Stop
- Voltage - Collector Emitter Breakdown (Max):
- 650 V
- Current - Collector (Ic) (Max):
- 30 A
- Current - Collector Pulsed (Icm):
- 120 A
- Vce(on) (Max) @ Vge, Ic:
- 2V @ 15V, 30A
- Power - Max:
- 260 W
- Switching Energy:
- 151µJ (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):
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 175°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- TO-3P
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