PS21563-SP - 600V/10A Mini-DIP IPM, 3-Phase IGBT Inverter | Powerex
MPN: PS21563-SP ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $14.5 | $14.50 |
| 10 | $13.2 | $132.00 |
| 50 | $12 | $600.00 |
| 100 | $11.1 | $1,110.00 |
| 500 | $9.85 | $4,925.00 |
PS21563-SP Overview
What is an Intelligent Power Module? An IPM (Intelligent Power Module) is a highly integrated hybrid power device that combines IGBT switches, anti-parallel diodes, gate drive HVICs, and fault protection logic in a single transfer-molded package. IPMs sit within the broader hierarchy: power semiconductor -> power module -> IPM -> inverter power stage. They are widely used to shrink PCB area, reduce EMI, and improve reliability compared to discrete IGBT + driver solutions, because the gate drive timing and protection thresholds are pre-engineered by the silicon vendor.
Key features of the PS21563-SP include 600V collector-emitter voltage rating, 10A continuous output current per phase, 20A peak output current capability, and built-in protections for short-circuit (SC), under-voltage lockout (UVLO) on each control supply, and over-temperature shutdown. The control logic is 3.3V/5V CMOS-compatible, allowing direct interface with microcontrollers and DSP motor-control peripherals. The 25-pin Mini-DIP transfer-mold package provides 2500Vrms isolation and is optimized for PCB-mount inverter designs where heatsinking is via the mounting base.
Architecturally, the PS21563-SP uses 5th-generation IGBT technology with a CSTBT (Carrier-Stored Trench-Gate Bipolar Transistor) structure, achieving lower VCE(sat) and switching losses than prior generations. Each phase leg includes an integrated bootstrap diode and floating supply architecture, allowing a single +15V control rail to drive all three high-side IGBTs through the internal charge pumps. The open-emitter configuration supports both sensored (FOC) and sensorless BLDC/PMSM control algorithms.
Typical applications include small three-phase motor drives such as washing machine drum motors, refrigerator compressors, fan and pump inverters, small HVAC blowers, and industrial servo drives up to 750W. The wide control supply range (13.5V to 16.5V) makes it tolerant of regulated 15V rails in industrial 24V bus systems. Design considerations include keeping the P-N1 snubber loop short (≤0.1-0.22μF snubber recommended), placing a 24V/1W Zener diode on each control supply terminal for surge protection, and providing sufficient copper pour on the module base for thermal dissipation (typical Rth(j-c) requires heatsink at sustained loads above 5A).
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PS21563-SP Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Part Number | PS21563-SP |
| Manufacturer | Powerex (Mitsubishi Electric IPM family) |
| Configuration | 3-Phase IGBT Inverter Bridge |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vces) | 600 V |
| Continuous Collector Current (Ic) | 10 A |
| Peak Collector Current | 20 A |
| Output Power Range | 0.1 kW to 0.75 kW |
| Isolation Voltage | 2500 Vrms (1 min) |
| Control Supply Voltage (Vcc) | 13.5 V to 16.5 V (typ. 15 V) |
| Logic Input Voltage | 3.3 V / 5 V CMOS-compatible |
| IGBT Generation | 5th generation (low-loss, CSTBT) |
| Output Configuration | Open emitter (sensing-friendly) |
| Built-in Protections | Short-circuit (SC), Under-voltage lockout (UVLO), Over-temperature (OT) |
| Package Type | Mini-DIP transfer-mold IPM |
| Number of Pins | 25 (PCB-mount module) |
| Mounting Style | Through-hole (PCB Module) |
| Operating Temperature | -20 C to +100 C (case) |
| Lead Free / RoHS | Lead Free, RoHS Compliant |
| Storage Temperature | -40 C to +125 C |
PS21563-SP Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VUFS — U-phase high-side floating supply voltage (bootstrap reference) |
| Pin 2 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 3 | VUFB — U-phase high-side gate drive input |
| Pin 4 | UP — U-phase low-side gate drive input |
| Pin 5 | Vcc — Control supply voltage (15V typ.) |
| Pin 6 | GND — Control ground reference |
| Pin 7 | VVFS — V-phase high-side floating supply voltage (bootstrap reference) |
| Pin 8 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 9 | VVFB — V-phase high-side gate drive input |
| Pin 10 | VP — V-phase low-side gate drive input |
| Pin 11 | VWFS — W-phase high-side floating supply voltage (bootstrap reference) |
| Pin 12 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 13 | VWFB — W-phase high-side gate drive input |
| Pin 14 | WP — W-phase low-side gate drive input |
| Pin 15 | FO — Fault output (open-drain, active-low) |
| Pin 16 | CIN — Short-circuit detection input |
| Pin 17 | U — U-phase output (open emitter) |
| Pin 18 | V — V-phase output (open emitter) |
| Pin 19 | W — W-phase output (open emitter) |
| Pin 20 | VNo — Low-side emitter return (NC in SP variant, connect externally) |
| Pin 21 | N1 — DC bus negative return |
| Pin 22 | P — DC bus positive (high-side collector) |
| Pin 23 | P — DC bus positive (high-side collector, second terminal) |
| Pin 24 | N1 — DC bus negative return (second terminal) |
| Pin 25 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Typical Applications
PS21563-SP is suitable for 6 applications: Washing Machine Drum Motor Drive, Refrigerator Compressor Inverter, HVAC Fan and Blower Drives, Small Industrial Pump Drives, Three-Phase Servo Drive (Sub-1kW), EV Charging Auxiliary Power Modules.
Washing Machine Drum Motor Drive
The PS21563-SP is purpose-built for washing machine drum BLDC/PMSM motors up to 750W, where its 600V/10A rating and 2500Vrms isolation handle rectified 220V AC mains with comfortable margin. The 5th-generation IGBTs minimize switching losses at typical 10-20kHz PWM frequencies, while the integrated HVICs and bootstrap diodes eliminate the optocouplers and isolated supplies that would otherwise dominate BOM cost. The SuperMini DIP-25 package allows a compact PCB layout under the drum motor housing, and the open-emitter configuration supports both sensored and sensorless FOC algorithms used by modern inverter washing machines. Power dissipation is typically 5-12W at full load, requiring a small heatsink bonded to the module baseplate.
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Refrigerator Compressor Inverter
Refrigerator compressor inverters demand reliable, quiet, and efficient three-phase output from a 220V AC mains input - an exact fit for the PS21563-SP. The module's 600V Vces comfortably exceeds the 310-325V rectified DC bus from 220-230V AC, while 10A continuous Ic supports compressor motors in the 200-500W range with soft-start current limiting. Built-in short-circuit and under-voltage lockout protections are critical for compressor applications, where stalled rotor events are common during refrigerant pressure imbalance. The SuperMini DIP-25 package fits the slim inverter board layout behind the refrigerator compressor compartment, and the open-emitter outputs allow back-EMF sensing for sensorless compressor control.
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HVAC Fan and Blower Drives
Variable-speed HVAC fans and blowers in the 100-500W class use the PS21563-SP as a compact three-phase inverter stage with 220V AC input. The 5th-generation IGBT technology achieves VCE(sat) reductions of approximately 20% compared to prior generations, directly translating into lower conduction losses during continuous low-speed fan operation. The integrated over-temperature shutdown protects against blocked-fan rotor conditions, and the 2500Vrms isolation meets HVAC safety standards for line-referenced loads. Module-level protection eliminates the need for discrete current-sense amplifiers, simplifying the MCU interface to a standard 6-PWM peripheral.
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Small Industrial Pump Drives
Small industrial water pumps, chemical metering pumps, and oil-circulation pumps in the 300-750W range are well served by the PS21563-SP. The 600V/10A continuous / 20A peak current envelope handles pump startup transients when fluid inertia is high, while the open-emitter configuration allows precise current measurement for closed-loop torque control. The integrated HVICs and bootstrap diodes reduce the inverter PCB footprint by approximately 40% versus discrete solutions, allowing the inverter stage to fit inside the pump motor terminal box. The Mini-DIP-25 package is field-proven in millions of appliance-class installations, giving pump OEMs a high-reliability platform with documented MTBF figures.
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Three-Phase Servo Drive (Sub-1kW)
Small three-phase servo drives for collaborative robots, CNC spindles, and laboratory automation use the PS21563-SP as the power output stage up to 750W. The 5th-generation IGBTs offer switching frequencies up to 20kHz with low losses, supporting the high-dynamic-range current loops required for precise position control. The module's open-emitter outputs connect directly to delta-sigma or shunt-resistor current sensors for FOC torque control. Integrated SC protection with sub-2-microsecond shutdown time protects the IGBTs during short-circuit events at the motor terminals, a critical feature for industrial servo applications.
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EV Charging Auxiliary Power Modules
Auxiliary three-phase power modules in Level 1/Level 2 EV charging stations, particularly for cooling fans and liquid-cooling pumps, use the PS21563-SP. The 600V rating handles rectified single-phase 220V AC or split-phase 240V AC with margin, and the 10A/20A capability covers cooling loads up to 750W. The integrated HVIC allows direct MCU PWM control with no optocouplers, reducing isolation complexity and BOM cost. The Mini-DIP-25 package and 2500Vrms isolation meet EV charging station safety standards, while the 5th-generation IGBT technology supports the long-life (>10 year) operating requirements of EVSE installations.
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Engineering reference data for PS21563-SP — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PS21563-P | PS21767 | PS21563 | PS21562-P | PS22A73 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Powerex | Powerex | Powerex | Powerex | Powerex | Powerex |
| Package | Mini-DIP IPM (SuperMini-DIP, 25-pin) | Mini-DIP IPM (35-PowerDIP, 34.80 mm) | Mini-DIP IPM (SuperMini family, 25-pin) - same | Mini-DIP IPM (SuperMini family, 25-pin) - same | Mini-DIP IPM (SuperMini family) | Mini-DIP IPM (SuperMini family) |
| Collector-Emitter Voltage (Vces) | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V | 600 V |
| Continuous Collector Current (Ic) | 10 A | 10 A | 10 A | 10 A | 10 A | 10 A |
| Peak Collector Current | 20 A | 20 A | 20 A | 20 A | 20 A | 20 A |
| IGBT Generation | 5th generation (low-loss CSTBT) | 5th generation | 5th generation | 5th generation | 5th generation | Newer generation (improved) |
| Isolation Voltage | 2500 Vrms | 2500 Vrms | 2500 Vrms | 2500 Vrms | 2500 Vrms | 2500 Vrms |
| Control Supply Voltage | 13.5 V to 16.5 V | 13.5 V to 16.5 V | 13.5 V to 16.5 V | 13.5 V to 16.5 V | 13.5 V to 16.5 V | 13.5 V to 16.5 V |
| Output Configuration | Open emitter | Open emitter | Open emitter | Open emitter | Open emitter | Open emitter |
| Built-in Protections | SC + UVLO + OT | SC + UVLO + OT | SC + UVLO + OT | SC + UVLO + OT | SC + UVLO + OT | SC + UVLO + OT (enhanced) |
Key Differentiators
- Compactest 600V/10A Mini-DIP IPM with 25-pin SuperMini-DIP package (vs PS21563-P)
- Latest-generation 5th-generation CSTBT IGBT silicon (vs PS21562-P)
- Built-in HVIC with bootstrap diodes for single 15V supply (vs Discrete IGBT + gate driver solution)
Design Notes
Keep the snubber capacitor loop between P and N1 terminals as short as possible (less than 10mm total trace length) to prevent surge destruction of the IGBTs. The Powerex datasheet recommends a 0.1-0.22μF snubber capacitor between P and N1. Route the high-current P and N1 traces with at least 2oz copper and minimum 5mm trace width to handle 10A continuous with acceptable temperature rise. Place the bootstrap capacitors (typically 1μF ceramic) as close as possible to the VUFS/VVFS/VWFS and corresponding phase output pins to minimize high-side gate drive parasitic inductance.
Estimated: at Vcc=15V nominal, control supply current per IPM is approximately 30-40mA quiescent plus switching-dependent dynamic current; total Vcc supply should be sized at 100mA worst-case including bootstrap recharge. Use a 24V/1W Zener diode on each control supply terminal (Vcc, VUFS, VVFS, VWFS) to clamp surge transients below the absolute maximum ratings, as recommended by the Powerex datasheet. The control supply decoupling should include both 100nF ceramic (high-frequency) and 10μF electrolytic (bulk) capacitors within 5mm of the supply pins.
Estimated: at 5A continuous per-phase with 100% duty cycle, total conduction dissipation is approximately 8-10W across three phase legs, requiring a heatsink with thermal resistance below 5 C/W to keep junction temperature under 125 C. The module baseplate should be mounted to the heatsink with thermal interface material (TIM) such as 0.15mm silicone pad or thermal grease. Avoid mounting the module near other heat sources, and provide adequate airflow (typically 1-2 m/s) at sustained loads above 70% of rated current. The integrated over-temperature protection at approximately 135 C junction temperature will fault the module via the FO pin if thermal design is insufficient.
Do not connect the VNo (pin 20) terminal internally in the PS21563-SP variant - it must be routed externally to the N1 DC bus return, as noted in the PS21563-P datasheet differences. Exceeding the maximum DC bus voltage of 450V (from 220V AC rectified) without adequate switching margin can cause avalanche breakdown of the IGBTs. The CIN short-circuit detection input requires careful PCB layout to avoid noise-induced false triggering; the Powerex datasheet recommends a 100ns blanking time filter on the SC comparator input. Never operate the module without the bootstrap capacitors connected, as the high-side IGBTs will not switch without proper floating supply voltages.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant and lead-free per Powerex product page; not AEC-Q100 qualified (industrial/appliance IPM, not automotive). Conflict minerals reporting compliant per Powerex/Mitsubishi supply chain disclosure. Halogen-free status not explicitly stated in provided data.
