Microchip Technology has launched its IGBT 7 power device portfolio, specifically designed to meet the demands of modern applications in sustainability, e-mobility, and data centers. As industries push for more efficient and compact solutions, Microchip’s new lineup promises increased power density, lower power losses, and flexible configurations to suit a wide range of power requirements.
Meeting the Needs of High-Growth Sectors
Power demands in sectors like renewable energy, electric and hybrid vehicles, and advanced data centers are higher than ever. Microchip’s IGBT 7 devices are engineered to provide efficient, compact power solutions to support applications like solar inverters, hydrogen-powered systems, commercial electric vehicles, and More Electric Aircraft (MEA). By offering IGBT devices in multiple topologies and packages, Microchip gives designers more options to optimize their systems for specific requirements, ensuring each solution is as efficient and cost-effective as possible.
Flexible Configurations for Customized Solutions
The IGBT 7 portfolio is available in versatile D3 and D4 62 mm packages, as well as SP6C, SP1F, and SP6LI packages. Designed to support different system configurations, Microchip’s IGBT 7 devices come in topologies like three-level Neutral-Point Clamped (NPC), three-phase bridge, boost chopper, buck chopper, dual-common source, full-bridge, phase leg, single switch, and T-type. Voltage ratings from 1200V to 1700V and current ranges from 50A to 900A provide system designers with the flexibility to match their exact needs, whether for industrial applications or specialized aerospace and defense systems.
Key Advantages of IGBT 7 Technology
One of the standout features of the IGBT 7 devices is their balance between high performance and efficiency. These devices boast reduced on-state voltage (Vce) and an enhanced antiparallel diode (with lower Vf), which translates into minimized power losses and maximized power density. With overload capability reaching up to 175°C, these devices are built for durability and resilience in high-demand applications, making them ideal for mission-critical tasks in aviation, defense, and heavy-duty industrial settings.
The IGBT 7 series also brings enhanced control for motor applications, optimizing dv/dt and ensuring smooth operation while reducing electromagnetic interference (EMI) and minimizing voltage spikes. This makes them ideal for motor control applications where stable, efficient driving of switches is crucial.
Integrating with Microchip’s Broader Power Solutions
Microchip’s power solutions extend beyond IGBT 7. The portfolio integrates well with Microchip’s range of FPGAs, microcontrollers, digital signal controllers, and analog devices, providing a comprehensive ecosystem of components that can be combined to build powerful, efficient systems. This compatibility is especially valuable in applications that require precise coordination between different power components, allowing designers to rely on one supplier for their entire power solution.
Powering the Future of Industrial and Specialized Applications
With sustainability and power efficiency as core drivers, Microchip’s IGBT 7 devices provide a foundation for systems designed to tackle real-world challenges in renewable energy, e-mobility, and data processing. By offering a wide selection of configurations, Microchip enables developers to choose the best fit for their needs, whether for the rigors of electric vehicle propulsion or the reliability required in data centers and industrial equipment.
Availability and More Information
Microchip’s IGBT 7 power devices are now available in production quantities. For further information or to place an order, designers and engineers can contact a Microchip sales representative, authorized distributor, or visit www.microchipdirect.com.
