IXYS Introduces the ComPack Thyristor Module Platform

IXYS Corporation announced today a new bipolar module platform for high power applications. The new ComPack family represents a compact power platform with the highest power density in its class. Advancement in the module design as well as the silicon die technology leads to an eco-friendly product that fulfills the highest needs in reliability and functionality. First products available are dual thyristor, dual diode or thyristor/diode combinations. The modules have a rated current of 700A per leg, improved surge rating and a maximum junction temperature of 140 degrees C.

“The ComPack module is an excellent example of how innovations in design can provide benefits to our customers. Compared to existing solutions of a phase leg bipolar power module, the ComPack has a 23% reduced footprint and weighs 66% less than current alternatives but has the advantage of increasing current capability by 123%. Providing 700 Amperes and up to 2,200 volts the ComPack significantly illustrates how IXYS’ MORE POWER, LESS PACKAGE design philosophy can reduce transportation costs across the whole of the value chain,” commented Neil LeJeune, Vice President of European Sales and Business Development.

“Modules of this size and power were large and heavy resulting in high transportation cost and a large carbon footprint both at the manufacturers' level and further when installed in our customers’ equipment. By providing a much smaller module at far less weight but with improved reliability, power range and ruggedness, IXYS provides the perfect solution to our cost and environment sensitive customers,” added Mr. Neil LeJeune.

Internally IXYS’ Direct Copper Bonded (DCB) ceramic technology provides a high isolation voltage of 4800V which is in line with Underwriters Laboratory (UL) requirements. With the adapted copper base plate, the ComPack concept achieves very low thermal impedance and helps reduce the module weight while still supporting long-term reliability under highest power output operation.

With this development, IXYS is allowing the designer to switch more power than historically available, thereby facilitating higher power densities, greater material efficiency and lower systems cost and lower weight in motor control, soft starter, UPS or input rectification applications.

The following products are in production and available: MCMA700P1600CA – Thyristor phase-leg with 700A output current and 1600V reverse voltage. MCMA700P1600NCA – Thyristor phase-leg with a Triac option; ITAV = 700A; VRRM = 1600 V. MCMA700PD1600CB – Thyristor/Diode phase-leg; ITAV = 700A; VRRM = 1600 V. MCNA650PD2200CB – Thyristor/Diode phase-leg; ITAV = 650A; VRRM = 2200 V. And MDMA700P1600CC – Diode phase-leg; ITAV = 700A; VRRM = 1600 V.