Date: 22/05/2009

Small size IGBT Module handling 10-50 amps and withstanding 1200 volts

IXYS has added new additional members to its XPT IGBT module family. The new MiniPack2 and Mini E1-Pack are with XPT and Sonic diode combination handle current in the range of 10 to 50 Amps and withstanding a voltage of 1200V collector emitter voltage.

The applications suitable for these IGBT modules are 5 to 30 kVA PV solar-based power inverters, and motor drives. The MiniPack2 fitted with mounting clips for quickly fixing the module to its base. The DCB ceramic is used to save external copper base plate and offers isolation voltage of 2.5 kV between terminals to base. These rugged IGBTs have positive forward voltage coefficient to enable parallel operation for additional current requirements.
The XPT IGBT and Sonic diode combination in the "Mini" modules are available in Converter Brake Inverter module (CBI) and six-pack topologies. The diode bridge input rectifier with break chopper supplement the 3-phase inverter six-pack stage in the CBI configuration. The MIXA20WB1200TMH is an example of a CBI module in the MiniPack2 housing containing the XPT IGBT and the Sonic diode. Microsemi said, it could also provide customized configurations
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"Our latest IGBT Module technology that integrates our XPT IGBT, Sonic Diode and proprietary DCB substrates enforces our position as a competitive, independent source for the customer," stated Bradley Green, Vice President of International Sales for IXYS. "With this latest range of IGBT Modules, IXYS can claim 100% internal content thus isolating the supply of modules from outside sources. This will also give IXYS a strong competitive and technical advantage against competition with the proven XPT and Sonic Diode combination, as well as the ability to effectively control the internal supply chain."
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