Efficiency through Technology

600V GenX3™ IGBTs

neXT GeneraTIon 600V IGBTs for power conVersIon applIcaTIons

IGBT process and utilize IXYS’ advanced Punch-Though (PT) technology, tailored

to provide higher surge current capabilities, lower saturation voltages, and lower

switching losses.

To accommodate optimum part selection, designers have a choice in selecting

between three sub-classes denoted A3, B3, and C3. These classifications allow

designers to “dial in” the best compromise between static (conduction) and

dynamic (switching) losses, improving over-all system efficiency in a variety of

power conversion applications by balancing critical requirements such as switching

frequency, efficiency, and cost structure. The A3-Class are optimized for low

saturation voltage V(sat) and are well suited for applications requiring switching

frequencies up to 5kHz. Similarly, the B3-Class offers low saturation voltages, but

is optimized to accommodate applications that require “medium speed” switching

operation from 5kHz to 40kHz. The C3-Class is optimized for “high speed” switching

operation from 40kHz to 100kHz and resonant switching operation of up to

400kHz.

full gamut of surface mount and discrete packages with current ratings from 36

amperes to 210 amperes. Furthermore, some devices will be offered in PLUS and

ISOPLUS isolated packages, featuring UL recognized 2500V isolation and superior

thermal performance. Co-Packed variants of these new devices are available with

and soft switching characteristics.

These IGBTs are designed to achieve the optimal solution in applications such as

power inverters, UPS, motor drives, SMPS, PFC, battery chargers, welding machines,

lamp ballasts, inrush current protection circuits and DC choppers.

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