CSG40N120A
1200V 80A trench field-stop IGBT with 1.9V VCE(sat), designed for industrial motor drives and solar inverters.
Product Overview
Description
1200V 80A trench field-stop IGBT with low 1.9V VCE(sat). Optimized for high-power industrial applications.
TO-247 package with excellent thermal performance. Low switching losses enable operation up to 20kHz.
In stock for motor drive and solar inverter applications. FAE support for gate drive and thermal design.
Product Series
1200V
Primary Application
Key Features
- High efficiency and reliability
- Optimized for industrial applications
- Comprehensive technical support
- Available from stock
Specifications
| Part Number | CSG40N120A |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 1200V |
| Current | 80A |
| Vce Sat | 1.9V |
| Eon Eoff | 2.5mJ |
| Package | TO-247 |
| Short Description | 1200V 80A trench field-stop IGBT with 1.9V VCE(sat), designed for industrial motor drives and solar inverters. |
| Description Paragraphs | 1200V 80A trench field-stop IGBT with low 1.9V VCE(sat). Optimized for high-power industrial applications.,TO-247 package with excellent thermal performance. Low switching losses enable operation up to 20kHz.,In stock for motor drive and solar inverter applications. FAE support for gate drive and thermal design. |
| Features | Trench field-stop technology with 1.9V VCE(sat) typical,Low switching losses: Eon = 1.2mJ, Eoff = 1.3mJ,High current capability: 80A continuous at 100°C,TO-247 package with RthJC = 0.4°C/W,10μs short-circuit withstand time,Built-in fast recovery anti-parallel diode |
| Applications | Industrial motor drives,Solar inverters,UPS systems,Welding machines,Power supplies |
| Stock | In Stock |
| Moq | 50 |
| Lead Time | 2-3 weeks |
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| Companion Parts | COMP-A,COMP-B,COMP-C |
| Slug | csg40n120a |
Applications
Motor Drives
Variable frequency drives and servo motor controls
Power Supplies
SMPS, UPS, and industrial power systems
Renewable Energy
Solar inverters and wind turbine converters
EV Charging
Electric vehicle charging stations
FAE Expert Insights
"Good performance and reliability. Suitable for various industrial applications."
Reliable, good performance
— Senior FAE, LiTong Electronics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recommended gate drive voltage for CSG40N120A?
CSG40N120A is optimized for +15V turn-on and -8V to -15V turn-off gate drive: (1) +15V VGE(on) ensures low VCE(sat) and minimizes conduction losses. (2) Negative turn-off voltage (-8V to -15V) prevents false turn-on due to dv/dt and Miller effect. (3) Gate resistor selection affects switching speed and EMI - typical values are 15-33Ω for turn-on and 10-22Ω for turn-off. The gate drive should provide 4-6A peak current for fast switching. CR Micro provides recommended gate drive circuits and PCB layout guidelines.
Contact our FAE team for gate driver IC recommendations and gate drive circuit design.
What is the short-circuit withstand time of CSG40N120A?
CSG40N120A has a short-circuit withstand time (tSC) of 10μs minimum at VGE = 15V, VCC = 800V, and starting Tj = 150°C. This specification ensures reliable protection during output short-circuit conditions. The IGBT desaturation detection circuit should detect the fault and turn off the IGBT within 10μs to prevent device damage. CR Micro recommends using gate drivers with integrated desaturation protection for reliable short-circuit protection.
Contact our FAE team for short-circuit protection circuit design and desaturation detection implementation.
What is the thermal resistance of CSG40N120A in TO-247 package?
CSG40N120A in TO-247 package has the following thermal characteristics: (1) Junction-to-case thermal resistance RthJC = 0.4°C/W (IGBT) and 0.8°C/W (diode). (2) Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance RthJA = 35°C/W (without heatsink). (3) Maximum junction temperature Tj(max) = 175°C. For continuous operation at 80A with 1.9V VCE(sat), the conduction loss is 152W, requiring a heatsink with thermal resistance of approximately 0.3°C/W or better to maintain junction temperature below 125°C at 25°C ambient.
Contact our FAE team for thermal simulation and heatsink selection guidance.
Can CSG40N120A be used for solar inverter applications?
Yes, CSG40N120A is well-suited for solar inverter applications. Its characteristics make it ideal for this demanding application: (1) 1200V rating supports 480V AC three-phase inverters and 1000V DC string inverters. (2) Low VCE(sat) of 1.9V minimizes conduction losses, critical for inverter efficiency targets (>98%). (3) Optimized switching losses enable 16-20kHz operation for compact filter design. (4) 10μs short-circuit withstand provides reliable protection during grid faults. (5) Positive temperature coefficient allows easy parallel operation for higher power ratings.
Contact our FAE team for solar inverter design support and MPPT optimization.
What is the diode recovery characteristics of the built-in anti-parallel diode?
CSG40N120A's built-in anti-parallel diode features: (1) Fast reverse recovery time trr = 80ns typical at IF = 40A. (2) Soft recovery characteristics to minimize voltage overshoot and EMI. (3) Low forward voltage VF = 2.0V typical at IF = 40A. (4) Reverse recovery charge Qrr = 400nC typical. These characteristics make the diode suitable for high-frequency freewheeling applications in inverter bridges. The soft recovery minimizes dv/dt stress on the complementary IGBT and reduces EMI filtering requirements.
Contact our FAE team for diode recovery characteristics data and snubber circuit design.
How does CSG40N120A compare to CSG20N65A for motor drive applications?
CSG40N120A and CSG20N65A serve different voltage and power levels in motor drives: (1) CSG40N120A (1200V, 80A) is designed for 380-480V AC industrial drives with higher power ratings (30-75kW). (2) CSG20N65A (650V, 40A) is suitable for 220V AC drives and lower power applications (5-15kW). CSG40N120A has higher VCE(sat) of 1.9V vs 1.6V but supports much higher power levels. Both feature similar short-circuit ruggedness (10μs) and switching characteristics optimized for their respective voltage classes.
Contact our FAE team for motor drive IGBT selection based on your specific voltage and power requirements.