Infineon Technologies TT140N18KOFHPSA1
- Part No.:
- TT140N18KOFHPSA1
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Category:
- SCRs - Modules
- Package:
- Module
- Datasheet:
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TT140N18KOFHPSA1.pdf
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- SCR MODULE 1.8KV 250A MODULE
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Product details
Overview
TT140N18KOFHPSA1 from Infineon Technologies is a phase-control thyristor module rated for 1800 V repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM/VRRM), 140 A average on-state current (ITAVM) at TC = 85°C, and 4000 A non-repetitive surge current (ITSM). It features 150 A/µs critical rate of rise of on-state current (diT/dt)cr, 1000 V/µs critical dv/dt capability, and AlN-ceramic isolation for industrial AC power control in motor drives and heating systems.
For engineers reviewing the TT140N18KOFHPSA1 datasheet, TT140N18KOFHPSA1 pinout, TT140N18KOFHPSA1 application, or TT140N18KOFHPSA1 equivalent, this module supports high-reliability two- and six-pulse bridge configurations with validated thermal performance under natural and forced cooling, precise gate triggering (IGT ≤ 150 mA), and documented transient thermal impedance ZthJC for junction-to-case modeling.
Technical Context
This dual-thyristor module implements bidirectional phase-angle control in AC line-commutated applications. Its 1800 V VDRM/VRRM, 125°C maximum junction temperature, and 300 µs circuit commutated turn-off time (tq) support operation in 50/60 Hz industrial mains environments with controlled conduction angles from 30° to 180°.
The module integrates pressure-contact silicon pellets with aluminum nitride (AlN) internal insulation and uses M1 mechanical mounting (6 Nm ±15%) and M2 terminal torque (6 Nm ±10%). Its thermal resistance RthJC is 0.095 °C/W per module (180° sine), enabling stable operation up to 140 A average current with proper heatsinking.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VDRM/VRRM | 1800 V - Maximum repetitive blocking voltage in forward/reverse direction, defining AC line voltage rating for 1000 V RMS systems. |
| ITAVM | 140 A at TC = 85°C - Sustained DC-equivalent current per arm, used for thermal design of heatsink and cooling system. |
| ITSM | 4000 A (10 ms, Tvj = 25°C) - Short-circuit withstand capability, critical for protection coordination with fuses or breakers. |
| (diT/dt)cr | 150 A/µs - Minimum required commutation di/dt to prevent false turn-on during high-speed switching transitions. |
| (dv/dt)cr | 1000 V/µs - Maximum allowable voltage transient before spurious triggering, requiring snubber design for inductive loads. |
| RthJC | 0.095 °C/W per module - Junction-to-case thermal resistance under 180° sine conduction, used to calculate ΔTj-c = Ploss × RthJC. |
| VT max | 1.84 V at IT = 500 A, Tvj = 125°C - On-state voltage drop determining conduction loss (P = I × VT) and thermal load. |
| tq | 300 µs typ. - Turn-off time under line-commutated conditions, limiting minimum conduction angle and maximum operating frequency. |
Pinout & Package
TT140N18KOFHPSA1 is housed in an isolated press-pack module package with copper baseplate, AlN ceramic isolation, and screw-terminal connections. The module contains two anti-parallel thyristors sharing a common heatsink interface.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1 / K2 | Anode of Thyristor 1 / Cathode of Thyristor 2 | Main power terminal for one AC line connection; carries full load current in B2/B6 bridge topologies. |
| K1 / A2 | Cathode of Thyristor 1 / Anode of Thyristor 2 | Main power terminal for second AC line connection; forms complementary path for bidirectional conduction. |
| G1 | Gate of Thyristor 1 | Isolated low-power trigger input (≤150 mA, ≤2 V); requires separate gate driver with negative bias for reliable turn-off. |
| G2 | Gate of Thyristor 2 | Independent gate input for second thyristor; enables independent phase control of each half-cycle in AC applications. |
| Case / Baseplate | Thermal & Electrical Reference | Electrically isolated copper baseplate (2.5 kV RMS test voltage); must be mounted to heatsink with specified 6 Nm torque and thermal interface material. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Double-sided AlN isolation | 2.5 kV RMS insulation rating ensures safe operation in grounded-heatsink industrial systems with reinforced creepage (15 mm). |
| Pressure-contact Si pellet | Eliminates wire bonds and solder layers, improving thermal cycling reliability and reducing contact resistance over 10⁵ cycles. |
| Transient thermal model ZthJC | 7-term analytical function provided for accurate junction temperature prediction under pulsed or non-sinusoidal load profiles. |
| Gate trigger robustness | Guaranteed turn-on with IGT ≤ 150 mA and VGT ≤ 2 V, supporting standard opto-triac or pulse-transformer drivers. |
| B2/B6 bridge derating curves | Published ITAVM vs. RthCA charts for both two-pulse and six-pulse configurations, enabling direct heatsink selection without iterative simulation. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Speed Control | Resistive Heating Regulation |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Phase-angle controlled AC supply to wound-rotor induction motors in HVAC blowers and conveyor drives. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional power switch in B6 six-pulse bridge, synchronized to zero-crossing for precise torque modulation. Use Value: Enables smooth 0–100% speed control with <1% speed ripple at 140 A continuous output and 1800 V line transients. |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop temperature regulation of industrial furnaces using resistive heating elements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Line-commutated thyristor pair controlling RMS power delivery via firing angle adjustment from 30° to 180°. Use Value: Delivers stable 100 kW output with <±0.5°C temperature stability using integrated thermal feedback and gate timing precision. |
| DC Power Supply Input Stage | Reactive Power Compensation |
|
Use Scenario: Input rectification stage in high-power UPS and welding inverters requiring regenerative braking capability. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Anti-parallel thyristor pair in B2 two-pulse configuration enabling bidirectional energy flow during regeneration. Use Value: Supports 4000 A surge current during fault recovery and maintains <1.84 V conduction drop at 500 A for >98% efficiency at full load. |
Use Scenario: Thyristor-switched capacitor (TSC) banks for dynamic VAR compensation in utility substations and steel mills. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precisely timed switching element in parallel capacitor banks, triggered at voltage zero-crossing to eliminate inrush current. Use Value: Achieves <3 µs gate delay (tgd) and <1000 V/µs dv/dt immunity, preventing misfiring during grid voltage transients up to 2300 V. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar phase-control thyristor module applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TT162N18KOFHPSA1 | Higher ITAVM (162 A at TC = 77°C), same VDRM/VRRM and package; RthJC reduced to 0.082 °C/W. | Supports higher continuous current in space-constrained designs but requires tighter thermal management due to lower thermal margin. | Select when upgrading existing 140 A systems to 160 A without changing heatsink footprint. |
| TD140N18KOFHPSA1 | Single-thyristor variant (not anti-parallel); identical electrical ratings except no G2 terminal and no reverse conduction capability. | Limited to unidirectional DC or half-wave AC control; unsuitable for full-wave or B6 bridge use without external diode pairing. | Choose only for DC chopper or single-quadrant AC applications where reverse blocking is handled externally. |
Compared with TT140N18KOFHPSA1, TT162N18KOFHPSA1 offers +16% current capacity in the same form factor but demands more aggressive cooling, while TD140N18KOFHPSA1 reduces cost and complexity for unidirectional use but eliminates inherent AC bidirectionality.
Availability
TT140N18KOFHPSA1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, resistive heating systems, and reactive power compensation equipment requiring stable component supply across extended production lifecycles and high-temperature ambient operation.
Supply support for TT140N18KOFHPSA1 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 electronics, automotive ICs, and industrial control solutions, with global manufacturing and quality certification to ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
This part belongs to Infineon's "Netz-Thyristor-Modul" series designed specifically for high-power AC phase control in industrial automation, energy infrastructure, and heavy machinery where reliability under thermal and electrical stress is mission-critical.
FAQ
What gate drive voltage and current are required to reliably trigger TT140N18KOFHPSA1?
TT140N18KOFHPSA1 requires a minimum gate trigger current of 150 mA and gate trigger voltage of 2 V at 25°C with 6 V anode-cathode voltage. Gate pulses must exceed 20 µs duration and include negative bias (≥ −2 V) during off-state to ensure clean turn-off in AC applications.
Can TT140N18KOFHPSA1 be used in a single-phase full-wave bridge (B2) configuration?
Yes - TT140N18KOFHPSA1 is explicitly rated for B2 two-pulse bridge operation, with published derating curves showing up to 350 A output current at RthCA = 0.06 °C/W under forced cooling. Its anti-parallel structure eliminates need for external diodes in full-wave AC control.
What is the maximum allowable case temperature during continuous operation?
The maximum allowable case temperature is not fixed but depends on load current and conduction angle. At ITAVM = 140 A and Θ = 180° sine conduction, case temperature must remain ≤85°C. Derating curves show TC ≤125°C is permissible only at reduced currents (e.g., ≤60 A at Θ = 30°).
Does TT140N18KOFHPSA1 require external snubbers in inductive load applications?
Yes - due to its 1000 V/µs (dv/dt)cr, inductive loads exceeding 50 µH at 50 Hz require RC snubbers to limit voltage transients below this threshold. Snubber design must account for stored energy and ensure gate non-trigger voltage (VGD ≤ 0.25 V) remains intact during switching.
TT140N18KOFHPSA1 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Infineon Technologies
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- Module
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Structure:
- Series Connection - All SCRs
- Number of SCRs, Diodes:
- 2 SCRs
- Voltage - Off State:
- 1.8 kV
- Current - On State (It (AV)) (Max):
- 159 A
- Current - On State (It (RMS)) (Max):
- 250 A
- Voltage - Gate Trigger (Vgt) (Max):
- 2 V
- Current - Gate Trigger (Igt) (Max):
- 150 mA
- Current - Non Rep. Surge 50, 60Hz (Itsm):
- 4000A @ 50Hz
- Current - Hold (Ih) (Max):
- 200 mA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Chassis Mount
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