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With the goal of enabling high-power-density cryogenic power converter technology and superconducting power applications for future aircraft and shipboard power systems, the dynamic and static performances of a press-pack IGBT module (T0160NB45A) at ambient and cryogenic conditions are reported. Compared to the wire-bond IGBT’s, press-pack IGBT’s are more suitable for cryogenic conditions as they do not have bonded connections and use fewer materials types, which reduces the risk of coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) mismatch. The study has been conducted with a cryogenic testbed that provides a condensation-free condition during and after tests, which is essential for the preservation of the physical properties of IGBT’s being tested. The dynamic performance characterization results show that the switching speeds of both turn-on and turn-off are improved with substantially reduced tail current and increased dv/dt at cryogenic conditions. Moreover, the static performance characterization results show a reduction in collector-emitter voltage drop, indicating higher conductivity of the IGBT at cryogenic conditions. Furthermore, the impact of clamping force and gate lead length on the press-pack IGBT’s dynamic characteristics is reported. The findings of this study suggest that press-pack IGBT modules are suitable for cryogenic operation.

Cryogenic Power Electronics: Press-Pack IGBT Modules