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Ordering Information:
Select the complete eight-digit
module part number from the table
below.
Example: PS415008 is a 5000 Volt,
800A Average Single Diode
Isolated POW-R-BLOKTM Module
Description:
Powerex Single Diode Modules are designed
for use in applications requiring rectification
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
Benefits:
No Additional Insulation
Components Required
Easy Installation
No Clamping Components
Required
Reduce Engineering Time
Applications:
Bridge Circuits
AC & DC Motor Drives
Battery Supplies
Power Supplies
Large IGBT Circuit Front Ends
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com Single Diode Isolated Module
800 Amperes / Up to 5000 Volts
TM
Revision Date: 07/19/2012

Repetitive Peak Reverse Blocking Voltage
Non-Repetitive Peak Blocking Voltage
(t < 5 msec)
RMS Current Per Diode
(180 o Conduction)
180 Conduction, TC=64C
180 Conduction, TC=89C
180 Conduction, TC=108C
I
F(RMS)
I
F(RMS)
I
F(RMS)
Average Forward Current Per Diode
(180 o Conduction)
180 Conduction, TC=64C
180 Conduction, TC=89C
180 Conduction, TC=108C
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
Peak Ten Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive
60 Hz, Tj = 125C, Vr = Vrrm
I2t for Fusing for One Cycle
Tj = 125C, Vr = Vrrm
8.3 milliseconds
10 milliseconds
I2t for Fusing for One Cycle
Tj = 25C, Vr = 0 V
8.3 milliseconds
10 milliseconds
Max. Mounting Torque, M6 Mounting Screw
Max. Mounting Torque, M10 Terminal Screw
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com Single Diode Isolated Module
800 Amperes / Up to 5000 Volts
TM
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 of use, reliability, capability,
or future availability of this product.
Revision Date: 07/19/2012

Electrical Characteristics, TJ=25C unless otherwise specified
Repetitive Peak Reverse Leakage Current
Threshold Voltage, Low-level
Slope Resistance, Low-level
TJ = 150C, I = 15%I
T(AV)
to πI
T(AV)
Threshold Voltage, High-level
Slope Resistance, High-level
TJ = 150C, I = πI
T(AV)
to I
TSM
VFM Coefficients, Full Range
TJ = 150C, I = 50A to 10kA
VFM = A+ B Ln I +C I + D Sqrt I
0.87766
0.01004
3.67 E-04
2.40 E-03
Typical Reverse Recovery Time
TJ = 25C, Ifm = 1500A.
dIr/dt = 25 A/us, tp = 190 us
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case
Thermal Impedance Coefficients
Z
ΘJ-C
= K1 (1-exp(-t/1))
+ K2 (1-exp(-t/2))
+ K3 (1-exp(-t/3))
+ K4 (1-exp(-t/4))
K1 = 1.85 E-04
K2 = 1.40 E-03
K3 = 2.90 E-03
K4 =3.90 E-02
1
= 1.53 E-03
2
= 4.52 E-02
3
= 1.32
4
= 19.17
Thermal Resistance, Case to Sink Lubricated
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com Single Diode Isolated Module
800 Amperes / Up to 5000 Volts
TM
Revision Date: 07/19/2012

30°
90°
180°
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
Max. Power Dissipation Per Diode -Watts
Average On-State Current - If(av) - Amperes
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
30°
90°
180°
30
50
70
90
110
130
150
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
Max. Case Temperature -Tcase -°C_
Average On-State Current - If(av) - Amperes
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
60°
120°
180°
360°
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
Max. Power Dissipation Per Diode -Watts
Average On-State Current -If(av) - Amperes
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
60°
120°
180°
360°C
30
50
70
90
110
130
150
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
Max. Case Temperature -Tcase -°C
Average On-State Current -If(av) - Amperes
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
0.00001
0.00010
0.00100
0.01000
0.10000
0.0001 0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100 1000
Thermal Impedance -Zjc - °C/W
Time - t - Seconds
Maximum Transient Thermal Impedance
0.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
10 100 1000 10000
On-State Voltage - Vf - Volts
Instantaneous On-State Current - If Amperes
Maximum On-State Forward Voltage Drop
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com Single Diode Isolated Module
800 Amperes / Up to 5000 Volts
TM
Revision Date: 07/19/2012

1.0 10.0 100.0 1000.0
1,000
10,000
100,000
0.1 1 10 100
Duration of Surge (ms)
Peak Surge Current (A)
Number of Cycles @ 60Hz
Maximum Surge Current Ratings - 60Hz
1 10 100 1000
1,000
10,000
100,000
0.1 1 10 100
Duration of Surge (ms)
Peak Surge Current (A)
Number of Cycles @ 50Hz
Maximum Surge Ratings - 50Hz
1.0 10.0 100.0 1000.0
1.00E+05
1.00E+06
1.00E+07
1.00E+08
0.1 1 10 100
Duration of Surge (ms)
Maximum I
2
t (A)
Number of Cycles @ 60Hz
Maximum I2t Ratings - 60Hz
1.0 10.0 100.0 1000.0
1.00E+05
1.00E+06
1.00E+07
1.00E+08
0.1 1 10 100
Duration of Surge (ms)
Maximum I
2
t (A)
Number of Cycles @ 50Hz
Maximum I2t Ratings - 50Hz
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com Single Diode Isolated Module
800 Amperes / Up to 5000 Volts
TM
Revision Date: 07/19/2012

Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOK
www.pwrx.com Single Diode Isolated Module
800 Amperes / Up to 5000 Volts
TM
Revision Date: 07/19/2012