1700V, 1200V IGBT devices for data centre power

Microchip has launched an IGBT 7 portfolio of power devices with multiple topologies, packages and current and voltage ranges

The IGBT 7 family is available with voltages from 1200V to 1700V and current ranging from 50A to 900A. is aimed at high-growth markets such as sustainability, E-Mobility and data centres as well as solar inverters, hydrogen ecosystems, commercial and agricultural vehicles and More Electric Aircraft (MEA).

The IGBT 7 devices are offered in standard D3 and D4 62 mm packages, as well as SP6C, SP1F and SP6LI packages.

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 Tvj −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.

Configurations are available in a three-level Neutral-Point Clamped (NPC) topology, three-phase bridge, boost chopper, buck chopper, dual-common source, full-bridge, phase leg, single switch and T-type.

“The versatile IGBT 7 portfolio combines ease of use and cost efficiency with higher power density and reliability, offering our customers maximum flexibility. These products are designed for general industrial applications as well as specialized aerospace and defense applications,” said Leon Gross, corporate vice president of Microchip’s discrete product group.

“Our power solutions can be integrated with Microchip’s broad range of FPGAs, microcontrollers (MCUs), microprocessors (MPUs), dsPiC Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs) and analog devices to provide a comprehensive system solution from one supplier.”

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 EMI and minimize voltage spikes.

The variants of the IGBT 7 portfolio are available to purchase in production quantities