IXYS Releases New 1200V IGBT Series for Industrial Applications

IXYS Corporation, a leading manufacturer of power semiconductors, today announced the release of its new 1200V IGBT series specifically designed for high-power industrial applications. The new IGBTs feature reduced VCE(sat) and enhanced thermal performance, delivering improved efficiency and reliability for industrial motor drives, renewable energy systems, and power supplies.

Key Features and Specifications

The new 1200V IGBT series incorporates advanced trench field stop technology, resulting in several key improvements over previous generations:

• Reduced VCE(sat) down to 1.7V, minimizing conduction losses
• Enhanced thermal performance with improved junction-to-case thermal resistance
• Soft turn-off characteristics for reduced electromagnetic interference (EMI)
• Improved short-circuit ruggedness with 10µs short-circuit capability
• Optimized gate charge for efficient switching operation

Applications and Market Impact

The new IGBTs are specifically targeted at the growing industrial motor drive market, which is expected to reach $18.5 billion by 2027. The improved efficiency characteristics make them particularly suitable for variable frequency drives in manufacturing, pump, and fan applications where energy savings are critical.

Additionally, the new series addresses the renewable energy sector, specifically solar inverters and wind power systems, where the improved thermal performance and reliability contribute to longer system lifetimes and reduced maintenance costs.

Technical Advantages

The new 1200V IGBTs utilize IXYS's latest Trench Field Stop technology, which optimizes the trade-off between VCE(sat) and turn-off losses. This results in a more efficient device across a wide range of operating conditions.

The soft turn-off characteristic is achieved through precise control of the gate-emitter voltage during turn-off, reducing oscillations and voltage overshoot that can lead to EMI issues. This is particularly beneficial in industrial environments where electromagnetic compatibility is critical.

Availability

The new 1200V IGBT series is available in various package configurations including TO-247, TO-220, and industrial modules. Volume production has commenced, and samples are available for qualified customers through IXYS's global distribution network.

As an authorized IXYS distributor, LiTong Group will be offering these new devices with our comprehensive technical support and application engineering services. Our FAE team is available to assist customers with design-in activities and application optimization.

Customer Support

LiTong's application engineering team has completed extensive evaluation of the new IGBT series and is prepared to assist customers with selection, design, and application challenges. We offer reference designs, simulation models, and design support tools to accelerate the development process.

For more information about the new 1200V IGBT series or to request samples, please contact our sales team or visit our product pages.