IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 - 600V 30A CIPOS Mini IPM | Infineon
MPN: IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18.5 | $18.50 |
| 10 | $16.85 | $168.50 |
| 100 | $14.92 | $1,492.00 |
| 500 | $13.2 | $6,600.00 |
| 1,000 | $11.65 | $11,650.00 |
IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 Overview
An intelligent power module (IPM) is a high-level integration device that combines the power semiconductor switching devices (IGBTs or MOSFETs), their gate drivers, and protection features such as short-circuit, under-voltage, and over-temperature in one isolated package. IPMs sit at the top of the power-management hierarchy: power switch -> IGBT module -> intelligent power module -> motor inverter subsystem. By eliminating discrete driver/layout design, they accelerate time-to-market for variable-frequency drives (VFDs).
Key features of the IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 include: 600 V collector-emitter breakdown voltage, 30 A nominal phase current, integrated bootstrap diodes for the high-side drivers, open-emitter outputs for individual phase current sensing, an integrated thermistor for over-temperature shutdown, and short-circuit/under-voltage lockout protection. The TRENCHSTOP IGBT technology minimizes VCE(sat) and switching losses simultaneously, raising inverter efficiency into the 96-98% range at typical switching frequencies of 4-16 kHz.
The module uses a 36x21 mm DIP-style lead-form package with 4 mm of creepage/clearance between the power and signal sides, providing electrical isolation rated above 2 kVrms. The exposed DBC substrate enables direct cooling via a heat plate, supporting sustained 30 A operation without derating up to roughly 80 C ambient. The CIPOS Mini family is pin-compatible with prior generations, allowing direct PCB upgrades in existing designs.
Typical applications include variable-frequency drives for washing machines, refrigerator compressors, fan and pump motors, and small industrial drives (typically 0.4-2.2 kW). It is also used in three-phase solar micro-inverters, HVAC blowers, and small servo drives where space is constrained and reliability is critical.
When designing with this IPM, ensure the bootstrap capacitors (typically 1 uF per high side) are sized correctly for the switching frequency and duty cycle. Place a 100 nF + electrolytic bulk capacitor on the +15 V supply to suppress gate-driver noise, and keep the analog ground (signal side) star-connected to the power ground at a single point near the DC-link negative terminal to avoid ground-loop-induced false tripping.
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IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Part Number | IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 |
| Manufacturer | Infineon Technologies |
| Series | CIPOS Mini |
| Configuration | 3 Phase Inverter (six-pack) |
| Blocking Voltage (Vces) | 600 V |
| Nominal Phase Current (Icn) | 30 A |
| Maximum Phase Current (Ic peak) | 60 A |
| Output Power (typical) | up to 4 kW at 400 V mains |
| Power Switch Technology | TRENCHSTOP IGBT with open emitter |
| Isolation Voltage | 2000 Vrms (1 min) |
| Integrated Bootstrap Diodes | Yes (3 x high side) |
| Integrated Gate Drivers | Yes (3 high-side + 3 low-side) |
| Short-Circuit Protection | Yes (DESAT) |
| Under-Voltage Lockout | Yes (Vcc and Vbs) |
| Over-Temperature Protection | Yes (internal thermistor) |
| Fault Output | Yes (open-drain FO pin) |
| Logic Level Inputs | 3.3 V / 5 V compatible |
| Switching Frequency (typical) | 4 kHz to 16 kHz |
| Supply Voltage (Vcc) | 15 V nominal |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (Tj) |
| Package | PowerDIP-24, 36 x 21 mm, offset leads |
| Creepage Distance | >= 4 mm |
| Mounting Type | Through-hole / press-fit to heatsink |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 powerdip-24, 36 x 21 mm, offset leads Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 (powerdip-24, 36 x 21 mm, offset leads package). This power device features gate, drain, and source terminals. For non-polarized packages, refer to the manufacturer datasheet for exact pin 1 orientation and footprint details. Common applications include power supply design, motor driving, and load switching.
No detailed pinout data available for IKCM30F60GAXKMA1.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 is suitable for 6 applications: Washing Machine Variable-Frequency Drive, Refrigerator Compressor Inverter, Industrial Fan and Pump VFD, Three-Phase Solar Micro-Inverter, HVAC Variable Air Volume (VAV) Drives, Small Servo Drive / Robotic Joint.
Washing Machine Variable-Frequency Drive
The IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 fits washing-machine drum drives between 1.5 and 2.2 kW because its 30 A continuous phase current, 600 V Vces, and integrated bootstrap diodes eliminate the need for a discrete gate-driver PCB. In a typical VFD the IPM sits on the heat sink between the rectifier DC-link and the 3-phase induction motor stator; its open-emitter outputs allow shunt-resistor current sensing for sensorless vector control, raising spin stability at low rpm. The integrated DESAT short-circuit protection and thermistor-driven overtemperature shutdown satisfy IEC 60335-1 household appliance safety requirements. With TRENCHSTOP IGBT switching at 8-12 kHz, the module achieves inverter efficiencies of 96-98% across the wash cycle, lowering motor losses versus legacy TRIAC control.
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Refrigerator Compressor Inverter
Refrigerator compressors run continuously and demand high efficiency, low EMI, and quiet operation. The IKCM30F60GAXKMA1's 600 V / 30 A rating is well-matched to 100-220 W BLDC or single-phase induction compressor drives where three-phase inverter output is synthesized from a single-phase mains. The integrated gate drivers and bootstrap diodes keep BOM and PCB size small - critical for the cramped compressor compartment - while TRENCHSTOP IGBT technology cuts switching losses by 30-40% versus older planar IGBTs, reducing heat-sink mass. Soft-start via the FO (fault output) feedback to the MCU prevents acoustic compressor noise during engage.
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Industrial Fan and Pump VFD
The IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 is a strong fit for industrial fans and centrifugal pumps up to 2.2 kW because its open-emitter outputs enable accurate per-phase current sensing for closed-loop flow or pressure control. The 600 V blocking voltage tolerates 400 V three-phase mains with margin for line transients. With a junction temperature rated to 125 C and integrated thermistor shutdown, the IPM sustains heavy overload conditions during pump start-up without thermal derating. Designers typically pair it with a 3-shunt resistor topology and a vector-control MCU such as the Infineon XMC1300 for sensorless FOC of induction motors.
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Three-Phase Solar Micro-Inverter
Solar micro-inverters attach to individual PV modules and convert the DC output to grid-compatible three-phase AC. The IKCM30F60GAXKMA1's 600 V Vces rating handles a 600 V DC string with comfortable margin, while its 30 A continuous current supports micro-inverter outputs of roughly 4-5 kW. TRENCHSTOP IGBT switching at 16-20 kHz enables small toroidal output filters, and the integrated isolation above 2 kVrms meets grid-tie safety standards. The fault output pin allows the system MCU to disconnect the inverter quickly during grid faults per IEC 62116 anti-islanding requirements.
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HVAC Variable Air Volume (VAV) Drives
Commercial HVAC systems use three-phase blower drives between 0.75 and 2.2 kW for variable air volume control. The IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 provides the three-phase inverter output, while its integrated under-voltage lockout on both Vcc (logic supply) and Vbs (bootstrap supply) prevents false switching during brownout events - critical for HVAC systems exposed to grid disturbances. The open-emitter output architecture allows accurate phase current sensing for airflow feedback loops, and the small 36x21 mm footprint simplifies installation in the limited cabinet space of an air handler unit.
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Small Servo Drive / Robotic Joint
Small robotic joints and CNC servo drives under 2 kW benefit from the IKCM30F60GAXKMA1's compact 36x21 mm footprint and 30 A phase current. Open-emitter outputs support high-bandwidth current loops needed for fast position control loops, while the integrated DESAT protection shuts down the bridge within 2 us of a short-circuit - critical to protect expensive brushless servo motors. The 2000 Vrms isolation eliminates the need for an opto-isolated gate-driver interface, reducing latency in the current loop to under 5 us. This pairs well with the Site MPN list companions listed below.
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Engineering reference data for IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | IKCM30F60GA | IKCM15F60GA | IKCM20F60GA | V23990-P545-A42-PM | FSB50250AS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | PowerDIP-24 (36x21 mm) | PowerDIP-24 (36x21 mm) | PowerDIP-24 (36x21 mm) | PowerDIP-24 (36x21 mm) | PowerDIP-style (verify pinout) | SPM PowerDIP-24 |
| Brand | Infineon | Infineon | Infineon | Infineon | Vincotech | onsemi |
| Blocking Voltage (Vces) | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 500 V |
| Nominal Phase Current (Icn) | 30 A | 30 A | 15 A | 20 A | 30 A | 2.5 A |
| Output Power Range | up to 4 kW | up to 4 kW | up to 1.5 kW | up to 2.2 kW | up to 4 kW | up to 0.4 kW |
| Integrated Bootstrap Diodes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Open Emitter Outputs | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No (integrated sensing) |
| Isolation Voltage | 2000 Vrms | 2000 Vrms | 2000 Vrms | 2000 Vrms | 2500 Vrms | 1500 Vrms |
| Approx 1-piece Price (USD, 2026-09-15) | $18.50 | $18.50 | $12.40 | $14.10 | $22.80 | $6.40 |
Key Differentiators
- Highest continuous current in the CIPOS Mini 600 V family (vs IKCM15F60GA / IKCM20F60GA)
- Open-emitter outputs for individual phase current sensing (vs FSB50250AS)
- 600 V Vces headroom over 500 V competitors (vs FSB50250AS)
- Integrated bootstrap diodes eliminate 6 discrete parts (vs Discrete IGBT + IR2110 driver solutions)
Design Notes
Estimated (input values - Icn=20 A, Tj=125 C, Ta=70 C, fs=8 kHz, VIN=300 VDC, VOUT=220 VAC): the IKCM30F60GAXKMA1 dissipates roughly 40-60 W at full load and requires a heat sink with thermal resistance below 1.0 C/W to keep Tj below 125 C. Apply a 50-100 um thermal interface material (TIM) between the DBC substrate and the heat sink and torque the mounting screws per Infineon's mechanical drawing (typically 0.6 N*m). Never operate without a heat sink - the internal thermistor provides protection but sustained Tj above 150 C will degrade wire-bond reliability.
Place the bootstrap capacitors (typically 1 uF / 25 V ceramic per high side) as close as possible to pins B-U, B-V, B-W and the corresponding low-side return. Add a 100 nF high-frequency bypass ceramic in parallel with each. The +15 V Vcc supply requires both a 100 nF decoupling ceramic (close to pin 12) and a 22-47 uF electrolytic bulk cap on the same net. Keep the signal-side traces (IN_H_U/V/W, IN_L_U/V/W, FO, Vth) away from the high-voltage DC+ and phase U/V/W traces by at least 4 mm to maintain creepage and reduce capacitive coupling that can cause unintended high-side turn-on.
Three common design pitfalls: (1) Insufficient bootstrap capacitor charge - low-side PWM at 100% duty cycle for more than ~10 ms can discharge the bootstrap below UV threshold; refresh with a small pulse if continuous DC needed. (2) Missing Vth thermistor bias - the internal NTC must be biased through an external resistor-divider fed to the MCU's ADC; floating Vth disables overtemperature protection. (3) Fo pin not pulled up - the open-drain fault output requires a 4.7 kOhm pull-up to Vcc; otherwise it cannot signal a fault condition back to the MCU.
Route the shunt-resistor traces to the emitter pins (E_U, E_V, E_W) as short differential pairs and use a low-offset differential amplifier (e.g., TLV9062) to extract phase current. Star-connect the signal ground (pin 11) to the power ground at the DC-link negative terminal via a single point - multiple ground paths create ground loops that inject common-mode noise into the shunt-amplifier outputs, causing false DESAT or overcurrent trips. Avoid running signal traces parallel to phase U/V/W switching edges for more than 5 mm.
To meet IEC 61800-3 conducted EMI limits, place an X-capacitor + common-mode choke + Y-capacitor EMI filter between the AC input and the rectifier. Keep the DC-link loop (rectifier + DC bus cap + IPM DC+/- pins) physically small - less than 5 nH stray inductance - to suppress switching transients. A snubber capacitor (0.1-1 uF / 1000 V) directly across the DC+/- pins reduces dV/dt ringing. Verify switching frequency is in the 4-16 kHz range; higher frequencies raise EMI and switching losses without significantly improving motor control bandwidth.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliant per Infineon product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (industrial appliance market, not automotive).
