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International Rectifier Introduces New 1200V Short-Circuit-Rated Inverter Modules for Variable Speed Motor Drives
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. May 2003 - International Rectifier, IR® (NYSE: IRF), today introduces a new family of 1200V, short-circuit-rated, motor drive modules with six IGBTs, each with a built-in free-wheeling diode. The new modules expand the IR line of inverter modules used in variable speed motor drives for plastics forming machines, packaging equipment, printing presses and other industrial applications up to 15kW.
The new devices are housed in the ECONO2 package. Two configurations are available: a three-phase inverter and a power integrated module or PIM, which combines a three-phase bridge, a brake and a three-phase inverter. Both module types include a negative temperature coefficient (NTC) thermistor.
The new inverter module family is composed of three SixPack™ GB25XF120K, GB35XF120K and GB50XF120K fully-insulated inverter modules based on IR's non punch-through (NPT) IGBTs. The IGBTs feature a square reverse-bias safe operating area (RBSOA), and withstand 10µs short circuits. A low and positive VCE(on) temperature coefficient improves ruggedness during start-up and prevents abnormal current and voltage spikes.
Dr. Francesco Vallone, International Rectifier Product Marketing Manager said, "The 'square' RBSOA provides maximum current rating up to the maximum voltage rating, and enables soft shutdown for the gate driver circuits. A HEXFRED® antiparallel diode with ultrasoft recovery characteristics and low EMI is built-in, and reduces snubbing circuitry requirements."
The new IGBT modules work best with IR's high voltage IC gate drivers such as the IR22xx series, simplifying component procurement and circuit design.
| Part Number |
Package |
VCES |
IC @80°C |
VCE(on) (typ) |
Notes |
| GB15RF120K |
ECONO2 |
1200V |
15A |
2.55V |
Input rectifier bridge, brake and inverter |
| GB25RF120K |
ECONO2 |
1200V |
25A |
2.40V |
Input rectifier bridge, brake and inverter |
| GB25XF120K |
ECONO2 |
1200V |
25A |
2.35V |
Inverter-only |
| GB35XF120K |
ECONO2 |
1200V |
35A |
2.40V |
Inverter-only |
| GB50XF120K |
ECONO2 |
1200V |
50A |
2.45 V |
Inverter-only |
| Notes:R: PIMX: SixPack™ configuration |
Availability and Pricing
The new variable speed inverter modules are available immediately. Pricing begins at US $80.04 each for the GB15RF120K in 100-unit quantities.
For more information:
Contact the Technical Assistance Center or
your local Sales Rep.
High Resolution JPEGs are available in the Press Room.
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