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Dual SCR / Diode Isolated Module
700 Amperes, Up to 1800 Volts
PD42__07
TM
Ordering Information:
Select the complete eight-digit
module part number from the table
below.
Example: PD421807 is a 1800 Volt,
700A Average SCR/Diode Isolated
POW-R-BLOK
Type
PD42
TM
Module
Voltage
Volts (x100)
12
14
16
18
Current
Amperes
(x100)
07
Description:
Powerex Dual SCR/Diode Modules are
designed for use in applications requiring
phase control and isolated packaging. The
modules are isolated for easy mounting with
other components on a common heatsink.
Features:
Electrically Isolated Heatsinking
Compression Bonded Elements
Metal Baseplate
Low Thermal Impedance
for Improved Current Capability
UL Recognized (E78240)
Benefits:
No Additional Insulation
Components Required
Easy Installation
No Clamping Components
Required
Reduce Engineering Time
Applications:
Bridge Circuits
AC & DC Motor Drives
Motor Soft Starters
Battery Supplies
Power Supplies
Large IGBT Circuit Front Ends
Revision Date: 09/28/2009
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com
Dual SCR / Diode Isolated Module
700 Amperes, Up to 1800 Volts
PD42__07
TM
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Characteristics Conditions Symbol Units
Repetitive Peak Forward and Reverse Blocking
Voltage
Non-Repetitive Peak Blocking Voltage
(t < 5 msec)
RMS Current AC Switch Configuration
o
Conduction)
(180
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
RMS Current Per SCR
o
Conduction)
(180
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
verage Forward Current Per SCR
o
Conduction)
(180
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
180° Conduction, T
Peak One Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive
Tj = 25C, Vr = 0
Peak One Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive
Tj = 25C, Vr = Vrrm
Peak One Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive
Tj = 125C, Vr = 0
Peak One Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive
Tj = 125C, Vr = Vrrm
Peak Three Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive 60 Hz, Tj = 125C, Vr = Vrrm I
Peak Ten Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive 60 Hz, Tj = 125C, Vr = Vrrm I
I2t for Fusing for One Cycle
Tj = 125C, Vr = Vrrm
Maximum Rate-of-Rise of On-State Current,
Per JEDEC Standard 397 5.2.2.6 di/dt 400
(Non-Repetitive)
Maximum Rate-of-Rise of On-State Current,
Per JEDEC Standard 397 5.2.2.6 di/dt 150
(Repetitive)
Operating Temperature TJ -40 to +125
Storage Temperature T
Max. Mounting Torque, M6 Mounting Screw 132
Max. Mounting Torque, M10 Terminal Screw 106
Module Weight, Typical 5.33 kg
11.75 lb
V Isolation @ 25C
Information presented is based upon manufacturers testing and projected capabilities.
This information is subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer makes no claim as to suitability for use, reliability, capability,
or future availability of this product.
V
V
=74° C
C
=78° C
C
=82° C
C
=86° C
C
=74° C
C
=78° C
C
=82° C
C
=86° C
C
=74° C
C
=78° C
C
=82° C
C
=86° C
C
60 Hz
50 Hz
60 Hz
50 Hz
60 Hz
50 Hz
60 Hz
50 Hz
8.3 milliseconds
10 milliseconds
& V
DRM
RRM
V
RSM
I
T(RMS)
I
T(RMS)
I
T(RMS)
I
T(RMS)
I
T(RMS)
I
T(RMS)
I
T(RMS)
I
T(RMS)
I
T(AV)
I
T(AV)
I
T(AV)
I
T(AV)
I
TSM
I
TSM
I
TSM
I
TSM
I
TSM
I
TSM
I
TSM
I
TSM
32,100 A
TSM
25,200 A
TSM
I2t
2
t
I
-40 to +150
stg
V
rms
Up to 1800 V
+ 100V V
RRM
1775
1665
1550
1440
1256
1178
1100
1020
800
750
700
650
69,000
63,000
46,000
42,000
60,000
54,750
40,000
36,500
6.60 x 10
6.66 x 10
6
6
2
A
2
A
A/μ s
A/μ s
°C
°C
in. – Lb.
15
Nm
in. – Lb.
12
Nm
3000 V
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
sec
sec
Revision Date: 09/28/2009
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com
Dual SCR / Diode Isolated Module
700 Amperes, Up to 1800 Volts
PD42__07
TM
Electrical Characteristics, TJ=25° C unless otherwise specified
Characteristics Symbol Test Conditions Min. Max.
Repetitive Peak Forward Leakage Current I
Repetitive Peak Reverse Leakage Current I
Peak On-State Voltage VTM
Threshold Voltage, Low-level
Slope Resistance, Low-level
Threshold Voltage, High-level
Slope Resistance, High-level
VTM Coefficients, Full Range
V
V
DRM
RRM
(TO)1
r
T1
(TO)2
r
T2
Up to 1800V, T
Up to 1800V, T
I
=3000A, TJ=125° C
TM
= 125° C, I = 15%I
T
J
=125° C
J
=125° C
J
to πI
T(AV)
T(AV)
= 125° C, I = πI
T
J
T(AV)
to I
TSM
T
= 125° C, I = 50A to 6kA
J
V
= A+ B Ln I +C I + D Sqrt I
TM
100 mA
100 mA
1.30 V
0.703
0.184 V mΩ
1.01
0.117 V mΩ
A =
B =
C =
D =
0.7999
-4.62 E-02
7.33 E-05
1.10 E-02
Units
Minimum dV/dt dV/dt Exponential to 0.67V
T
=125° C, Gate Open
j
Typical Diode Reverse Recovery Time TRR
Gate Trigger Current IGT
Gate Trigger Voltage VGT
Non-Triggering Gate Voltage V
GDM
T
=25° C, IF=1500A,
j
dI
/dt = 25A/μ s, TP= 190 μs
R
T
=25° C, VD=12V
j
T
=25° C, VD=12V
j
T
=125° C, VD= ½ V
j
DRM
DRM
300
22 Typ.
V/μ s
μ s
200 mA
4.5 Volts
0.15 Volts
Holding Current IH 300 mA
Peak Forward Gate Current I
Peak Reverse Gate Voltage V
Maximum Average Gate Power Dissipation P
4.0 Amp
GTM
5 Volts
GRM
16 Watts
GM (AVE)
Thermal Characteristics
Characteristics Symbol
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case
Thermal Impedance Coefficients
R
J-C
Θ
Z
Θ
J-C
Per Module, both conducting
Per Junction, both conducting
Z
J-C
Θ
+ K
+ K
+ K
Thermal Resistance, Case to Sink Lubricated
R
C-S
Θ
= K1 (1-exp(-t/t 1))
(1-exp(-t/t 2))
2
(1-exp(-t/t 3))
3
(1-exp(-t/t 4))
4
K
= 5.04 E-04
1
K2 = 2.31 E-03
K3 = 2.83 E-03
K4 =5.24 E-02
Per Module 0.009
Max. Units
t
1
t
2
0.029
0.058
= 2.47 E-03
= 4.42 E-02
= 1.370
t
3
= 9.668
t
4
°C/W
°C/W
°C/W
Revision Date: 09/28/2009
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com
Dual SCR / Diode Isolated Module
700 Amperes, Up to 1800 Volts
PD42__07
TM
3
Typical On-State Forward Voltage Drop
(Tj = 125C)
0.06
2.5
0.05
Maximum Transient Thermal Impedance
(Junction To Case)
2
1.5
1
On-State Voltag e - V tm - Vo lts
0.5
0
10 100 1000 10000
Instantaneous On-State Current - Itm - Amperes
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
1000
900
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
Max. Power Dissipation Per SCR - Watts_
100
0
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800
(Sinusoidal Waveform)
90°
60°
30°
15°
0
CONDUCTION ANGLE
Average On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
180
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
(Rectangular Waveform)
1400
120°
360
180°
0.04
0.03
0.02
Thermal Impedance - Rjc - °C/W
0.01
0.00
0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100
Time - t - Seconds
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
130
120
110
100
90
80
Max. Case Temperature - Tcase -°C_
70
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800
(Sinusoidal Waveform)
180
0
CONDUCTION ANGLE
15°
30°
60°
90°
Average On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
120°
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
(Rectangular Waveform)
130
360
180°
1200
1000
800
600
400
Max. Power Dissipation Per SCR - Watts_
200
0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400
15°
30°
60°
90°
180°
120°
0
CONDUCTION ANGLE
360°
270°
180
360
Average On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
120
110
180
100
90
80
70
Max. Case Temperature - Tcase -°C_
60
50
15°
30°
60°
90°
0
CONDUCTION ANGLE
120°
180°
360
270°
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400
Average On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
360°
Revision Date: 09/28/2009
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com
Dual SCR / Diode Isolated Module
700 Amperes, Up to 1800 Volts
PD42__07
TM
Revision Date: 09/28/2009