Toshiba takes high-speed inverter switching IGBT to 1350V and 40A

Date
01/17/2012

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Toshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) has announced its first high-speed, integrated IGBT to feature a voltage rating up to 1350V. Designed for voltage resonator inverter switching, the new device will address growing demands for IGBTs with higher voltage withstand capabilities. The N-channel ‘enhancement mode' GT40RR21 saves space and component count by combining an IGBT and a reverse recovery freewheeling diode into a single, compact monolithic device. Suitable for high-temperature operation, target applications for the IGBT include induction heating and induction cooking appliances. Toshiba's new device supports very high-speed operation and can handle peak pulse currents as high as 200A for 3μs. Low turn-off switching losses - typically 0.30mJ at a case temperature (Tc) of 25°C and 0.54mJ at a Tc of 125°C - ensure high-efficiency operation. The 1350V GT40RR21 is designed to operate with junction temperatures up to 175°C. At 25°C maximum collector current is 40A, and this falls by only 5A at a temperature of 100°C. Typical saturation voltage at 25°C (VCS(sat)) is only 2.0V. Maximum diode forward voltage/current is rated at 3.0V/20A. Supplied in a TO-3P(N), TO247-equivalent package, the GT40RR21 measures just 15.5mm x 20.0mm x 4.5mm. Engineering samples are available now and mass production is scheduled for Q3 2012. About Toshiba Toshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) is the European electronic components business of Toshiba Corporation, which is ranked among the world's largest semiconductor vendors. TEE offers one of the industry's broadest IC and discrete product lines including high-end memory, microcontrollers, ASICs, ASSPs and display products for automotive, multimedia, industrial, telecoms and networking applications. The company also has a wide range of power semiconductor solutions. TEE was formed in 1973 in Neuss, Germany, providing design, manufacturing, marketing and sales and now has headquarters in Düsseldorf, Germany, with subsidiaries in France, Italy, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. TEE employs approximately 300 people in Europe. Company president is Mr. Takashi Nagasawa. Toshiba Corporation is a world leader and innovator in pioneering high technology, a diversified manufacturer and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products spanning digital consumer products; electronic devices and components; power systems, including nuclear energy; industrial and social infrastructure systems; and home appliances. Founded in 1875, Toshiba today operates a global network of more than 490 companies, with 203,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing US$77 billion. For more company information visit Toshiba's web site at www.toshiba-components.com

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