IKD06N60RATMA1 - 600V 12A TRENCHSTOP RC-IGBT | Infineon
MPN: IKD06N60RATMA1 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.85 | $1.85 |
| 10 | $1.62 | $16.20 |
| 100 | $1.38 | $138.00 |
| 500 | $1.18 | $590.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.02 | $1,020.00 |
| 2,500 | $0.89 | $2,225.00 |
IKD06N60RATMA1 Overview
An IGBT (Insulated-Gate Bipolar Transistor) is a minority-carrier power semiconductor that combines the high-current drive capability of a bipolar transistor with the voltage-controlled gate of a MOSFET. In the reverse-conducting variant (RC-IGBT), the anti-parallel diode is monolithically integrated into the same silicon die, providing a single-chip solution for half-bridge and totem-pole switching stages. The IGBT sits in the power semiconductor hierarchy: IGBT -> power transistor -> discrete semiconductor -> active component, and serves as the workhorse for medium-power (kW range) switching applications operating from 400 V to 1200 V DC bus rails.
Key features include TRENCHSTOP IGBT3 cell technology, monolithic reverse-conducting diode, low VCE(sat) for reduced conduction loss, and a robust short-circuit withstand capability. The field-stop layer minimizes tail current during turn-off, allowing switching frequencies in the 4 kHz to 20 kHz range typical of small motor drives. The PG-TO252-3 (DPAK) package delivers an industry-standard surface-mount footprint with a metal tab that serves as the collector terminal and provides direct PCB heatsinking.
Typical applications include low-power motor drives (drain pumps, fans, mixer motors), washing-machine universal-motor controllers, air-conditioner compressor inverters, and small home-appliance SMPS PFC stages. The wide 600 V rating provides sufficient margin for 230 VAC rectified-bus applications, while the 12 A rating supports motor outputs in the 100 W to 750 W range.
When designing with this device, ensure adequate copper area on the DPAK tab for heatsinking and respect the dv/dt limits during turn-off to avoid parasitic turn-on of the high-side device in half-bridge configurations. A gate resistor of 10-47 ohm is typically recommended for EMI control.
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IKD06N60RATMA1 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Transistor Type | IGBT - Trench Field Stop with anti-parallel diode |
| Configuration | Single with built-in diode |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) | 600 V |
| Continuous Collector Current (IC) at TC=25C | 12 A |
| Maximum Power Dissipation | 100 W |
| Technology | TRENCHSTOP RC-IGBT3 (Reverse Conducting) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +150C (junction) |
| Package | PG-TO252-3 (DPAK) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Pin Count | 3 (2 + Tab) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Automotive Qualified | Yes (per FindIC listing) |
| Switching Frequency Range (typical) | 4 kHz to 20 kHz (hard-switching) |
IKD06N60RATMA1 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | Gate — Gate control input (MOSFET-style voltage-controlled gate, 15V typical drive) |
| Pin 2 | Collector — Collector terminal (also connected internally to the metal tab/backside) |
| Pin 3 | Emitter — Emitter terminal (return for gate drive and load current) |
Safe Operating Area (Forward Bias)
Typical Applications
IKD06N60RATMA1 is suitable for 6 applications: Low-Power Induction Cooktop Inverter, Washing Machine Universal-Motor Controller, Small Compressor Inverter (Air Conditioner / Refrigerator), SMPS Power Factor Correction (PFC) Stage, Solar Inverter Auxiliary / Microinverter Stage, Automotive Ignition Coil Driver / DC-DC Converter.
Low-Power Induction Cooktop Inverter
The IKD06N60RATMA1 fits single-burner induction cooktop inverter stages operating from rectified 230 VAC bus rails (DC link 310-340 V) where the 600 V rating provides 2x safety margin and the 12 A rating supports resonant current in the 20-40 kHz half-bridge. The integrated monolithic reverse-conducting diode eliminates an external freewheeling component, reducing the resonant tank BOM count. Compared to a discrete IGBT + diode solution, this part saves one component and approximately 15% board area. Designers should use a gate driver with desaturation detection given the high DC bus voltage and resonant switching conditions.
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Washing Machine Universal-Motor Controller
The IKD06N60RATMA1 is well-suited for the universal-motor PWM controller stage in washing machines where the 600 V rating handles rectified 230 VAC and the 12 A continuous current drives motors up to 750 W. The integrated RC diode simplifies the H-bridge or half-bridge topology by removing the need for external freewheeling diodes. The TRENCHSTOP IGBT3 technology provides fast switching at the 4-16 kHz PWM frequencies typical of motor speed control, while keeping switching losses manageable. Thermal design must account for the DPAK tab being the collector terminal and the only heatsink path.
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Small Compressor Inverter (Air Conditioner / Refrigerator)
For variable-speed compressor inverters in residential air conditioners and refrigerators, the IKD06N60RATMA1 serves as the main switching element in the 3-phase inverter bridge. The 600 V rating supports 230 VAC rectified bus plus switching transients, and the 12 A continuous current covers compressor power ratings up to approximately 750 W (1 HP). The TRENCHSTOP IGBT3 family provides the efficiency needed for variable-frequency drive operation in the 1-20 kHz range. The monolithic diode eliminates external freewheeling components in each phase leg, reducing inverter BOM cost.
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SMPS Power Factor Correction (PFC) Stage
The IKD06N60RATMA1 operates effectively as the switching element in boost-type PFC stages for switch-mode power supplies up to approximately 1 kW. The 600 V rating handles the rectified 230 VAC bus plus PFC boost voltage of 390 VDC, while the 12 A rating covers continuous-mode PFC currents at 1 kW power levels. The hard-switching 4-20 kHz range of TRENCHSTOP IGBT3 is well-matched to traditional PFC converter operating frequencies. Designers should validate switching loss at the actual switching frequency, as IGBTs may exceed MOSFET efficiency at high frequency in this topology.
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Solar Inverter Auxiliary / Microinverter Stage
In small solar microinverters (typically 250-500 W output per panel), the IKD06N60RATMA1 can serve in the DC-DC boost or full-bridge stages where the 600 V rating handles 40 V panel input boosted to grid-tie bus voltages. The 12 A continuous collector current covers the power range typical of single-panel microinverter designs. The integrated RC diode reduces the component count per switching position, which is critical in the compact form factor of microinverter designs. For higher-power string inverters above 1 kW, consider the IKD15N60RFATMA1 or IGB50N60TATMA1 instead.
Recommended
Automotive Ignition Coil Driver / DC-DC Converter
The IKD06N60RATMA1, being automotive-qualified per the FindIC listing, fits 12 V/24 V automotive DC-DC converters and ignition coil driver stages. The 600 V collector-emitter rating provides exceptional transient robustness for the harsh automotive environment with load-dump transients up to 100 V and inductive kick from ignition coils. The 12 A continuous current covers typical 200-400 W automotive power supply designs. The integrated RC diode simplifies the boost or buck-boost topology by removing one component per switching position.
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Engineering reference data for IKD06N60RATMA1 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | IKD06N60RFATMA1 | IKD15N60RFATMA1 | IGB50N60TATMA1 | STGB7NC60HDT4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | PG-TO252-3 (DPAK) | PG-TO252-3 (DPAK) - same | PG-TO252-3 (DPAK) - same | PG-TO252-3 (DPAK) - same | PG-TO252 (DPAK) - same |
| Brand | Infineon | Infineon | Infineon | Infineon | STMicroelectronics |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (VCE) | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V |
| Continuous Collector Current | 12 A | 12 A | 15 A | 50 A | 7 A |
| Integrated Diode | Yes (monolithic RC) | Yes (monolithic RC) | Yes (monolithic RC) | Yes (monolithic) | Yes (co-pack anti-parallel) |
| Technology | TRENCHSTOP RC-IGBT3 | TRENCHSTOP RC-IGBT3 | TRENCHSTOP RC-IGBT3 | TRENCHSTOP | PowerMESH |
Key Differentiators
- Monolithic integrated reverse-conducting diode (vs STGB7NC60HDT4)
- Higher current rating in same package (vs IKD15N60RFATMA1)
- TRENCHSTOP RC-IGBT3 technology for hard switching (vs IRFB4227PBF (200V MOSFET))
Design Notes
Estimated: At a continuous 6 A load and 2.0 V VCE(sat) (input values typical for IKD06N60RATMA1; confirm from Infineon datasheet curves), power dissipation is approximately 12 W. The DPAK package in PG-TO252-3 has theta_JA around 50 C/W on a 1 sq-in 1 oz copper pad. For 12 W dissipation, junction temperature rises 600 C above ambient - an external heatsink with thermal resistance below 4 C/W is mandatory. Always solder the collector tab to maximize the thermal path, and use thermal vias under the pad for double-sided cooling.
Place the gate driver within 25 mm of the IGBT gate pin to minimize parasitic gate-loop inductance. Use a Kelvin source connection for the gate driver return path to decouple the gate-drive current from the high-current emitter return. Add a 10 kohm gate-to-emitter pull-down resistor to prevent unwanted turn-on from dv/dt-induced gate charge accumulation when the IGBT is in the off state. Provide a tight power-loop layout with input bus capacitance directly across the DC-link and IGBT collector/emitter terminals to minimize switching voltage overshoot.
Do not exceed the maximum VCE of 600 V - leave at least 50% margin (300 V actual working bus) for switching transients and load-dump events. Use a gate resistor of 10-47 ohm to control turn-on/turn-off dV/dt and limit EMI, but do not omit the gate resistor entirely as this can cause parasitic oscillation. Do not parallel IKD06N60RATMA1 devices without derating - IGBTs do not share current as evenly as MOSFETs due to their negative temperature coefficient of VCE(sat). For hard-switching applications above 20 kHz, validate switching losses against your specific operating conditions.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Infineon product page. Automotive-qualified (FindIC listing indicates automotive grade). Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in the provided web data.
