Heat is the primary killer of IGBTs. The package you buy dictates how you will cool it:

): This is the maximum collector-emitter voltage. A common rule of thumb is to choose a device rated for at least to account for inductive voltage spikes and "ringing." Current Rating ( ICcap I sub cap C

): This represents the energy lost as heat while the device is "on." Lower

VCE(sat)cap V sub cap C cap E open paren s a t close paren end-sub

The first step in buying an IGBT is matching the device to your circuit's "stress levels." Voltage Rating ( VCEScap V sub cap C cap E cap S end-sub

For DIY projects or small appliances (under 50A), discrete packages (like TO-247) are standard. For high-power industrial use (over 100A), IGBT Modules are preferred because they offer better isolation and easier mounting to massive heatsinks.

is better for low-frequency applications like heavy industrial motors.

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Heat is the primary killer of IGBTs. The package you buy dictates how you will cool it:

): This represents the energy lost as heat while the device is "on." Lower Heat is the primary killer of IGBTs

VCE(sat)cap V sub cap C cap E open paren s a t close paren end-sub For high-power industrial use (over 100A), IGBT Modules

The first step in buying an IGBT is matching the device to your circuit's "stress levels." Voltage Rating ( VCEScap V sub cap C cap E cap S end-sub

is better for low-frequency applications like heavy industrial motors.