Power components are evolving to meet the increasing demands for higher efficiency, smaller size and greater performance in power electronic systems. To provide system designers with a wide range of power solutions, Microchip Technology offers its portfolio of insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) 7 devices in different packages, multiple topologies, and current and voltage ranges.
Featuring increased power capability, lower power losses and compact device sizes, this new portfolio is designed to meet high-growth market segments such as sustainability, e-mobility and data centers. These high-performance IGBT 7 devices are key building blocks for power applications in solar inverters, hydrogen ecosystems, commercial and agricultural vehicles, and electric aircraft.
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Designers can select a suitable power solution based on their requirements. The IGBT 7 devices are offered in standard D3 and D4 62 mm packages, as well as SP6C, SP1F and SP6LI packages. Many configurations are available in the following topologies: three-level neutral-point clamped, three-phase bridge, boost chopper, buck chopper, dual-common source, full-bridge, phase leg, single switch and T-type. Devices are available with voltages ranging from 1,200 V to 1,700 V and current ranging from 50 A to 900 A.
The lower on-state IGBT voltage (Vce), improved antiparallel diode (lower Vf) and increased current capability can enable lower power losses, higher power density and higher system efficiency. The lower-inductance packages, combined with the higher overload capability at a virtual-junction temperature of 175° C, make these devices excellent options for creating rugged and high-reliability aviation and defense applications — such as propulsion, actuation and power distribution — at a lower system cost.
For motor control applications where enhanced controllability of dv/dt is important, the IGBT 7 devices are designed to offer freewheeling softness for efficient, smooth and optimized driving of switches. These high-performance devices also aim to improve system reliability, reduce electromagnetic interference and minimize voltage spikes.
