Powerex, Inc., Hillis Street, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272
POW-R-BLOK
TM
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Dual SCR Isolated Module
150 Amperes / Up to 1800 Volts
Revision Date: 04/28/2009
CD63__15B
CD63_15B Outline Dimensions
Dimension Inches Millimeters
A 3.70 94
B 1.34 34
C 1.18 30
D 3.15 80
E 0.67 17
F 0.91 23
G 0.51 13
H 0.35 8.3
J M6 M6
K 0.26 6.4
M .020 5
N 0.28 6
P 1.06 27
Q 1.14 29
R 0.03 0.8
S 0.11 2.8
Note: Dimensions are for reference only.
CD63__15B
Dual SCR Isolated
POW-R-BLOK
TM
Module
150 Amperes / Up to 1800 Volts
Ordering Information:
Select the complete nine digit module
part number from the table below.
Example: CD631615B is a 1600Volt,
150 Ampere Dual SCR Isolated
POW-R-BLOK
TM
Module
Type
Voltage
Volts
(x100)
Current
Amperes
(x 10) Version
CD63 08
12
14
16
18
15 B
Description:
Powerex Dual SCR Modules are
designed for use in applications
requiring phase control and isolated
packaging. The modules are isolated
for easy mounting with other
components on a common heatsink.
POW-R-BLOK
TM
has been tested and
recognized by the Underwriters
Laboratories.
Features:
Electrically Isolated Heatsinking
DBC Alumina (Al
2
O
3
) Insulator
Glass Passivated Chips
Metal Baseplate
Low Thermal Impedance
for Improved Current Capability
Quick Connect Gate Terminal
with Provision for Keyed Mating
Plug
UL Recognized (E78240)
Benefits:
No Additional Insulation
Components Required
Easy Installation
No Clamping Components
Required
Reduce Engineering Time
Applications:
Bridge Circuits
AC & DC Motor Drives
Battery Supplies
Power Supplies
Large IGBT Circuit Front Ends
Lighting Control
Heat & Temperature Control
Welders
+
1
~
3
-
4
5
2
7
6
CONNECTIO N DIAGRAM
A
D
G
C
12 3
B
EF F
H
"J" (3)
4
6
M
N
PQ
R
S
5
7
Ε "K" (2)
OUTLINE DRAWING
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Powerex, Inc., Hillis Street, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOKTM
www.pwrx.com Dual SCR Isolated Module
150 Amperes / Up to 1800 Volts
Revision Date: 04/28/2009
CD63__15B
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Characteristics Conditions Symbol Units
Repetitive Peak Forward and Reverse Blocking
Voltage
V
DRM & VRRM up to 1800 V
Non-Repetitive Peak Reverse Blocking Voltage
(t < 5 msec)
V
RSM V
RRM + 100 V
RMS Forward Current 180° Conduction, TC=85°C IT(RMS) 235 A
A
verage Forward Current 180° Conduction, TC=82°C
180° Conduction, TC=85°C
IT(AV)
IT(AV)
160
150
A
A
Peak One Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive 60 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
60 Hz, No VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
50 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
50 Hz, No VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
ITSM
ITSM
ITSM
ITSM
3700
5250
3520
5000
A
A
A
A
Peak Three Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive 60 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
50 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
ITSM
ITSM
2970
2830
A
A
Peak Ten Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive 60 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
50 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
ITSM
ITSM
2335
2220
A
A
I
2
t for Fusing for One Cycle 8.3 ms, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
8.3 ms, No VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
10 ms, 100% VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
10 ms, No VRRM reapplied, Tj=125°C
I2t
I2t
I2t
I2t
57,040
114,840
61,950
125,000
A2 sec
A2 sec
A2 sec
A2 sec
Maximum Rate-of-Rise of On-State Current,
Non Repetitive Tj=125°C,
VD= VDRM (Rated), ITM=400A ,
IG=0.5 A, T
r
< 0.25µs, t
p
> 6µs
di/dt 200 A/µs
Peak Gate Power Dissipation Tp < 5 ms, Tj = 125°C PGM 12 W
A
verage Gate Power Dissipation F = 50 Hz, Tj = 125°C PG(AV) 3 W
Peak Forward Gate Current Tp < 5 ms, Tj = 125°C IGFM 3 A
Peak Reverse Gate Voltage Tp < 5 ms, Tj = 125°C VGRM 10 V
Operating Temperature TJ -40 to +125 °C
Storage Temperature Tstg -40 to +125 °C
Max. Mounting Torque, M6 Mounting Screw on
Terminals
35 - 50
4 - 6
in.-Lb.
Nm
Max. Mounting Torque, Module to Heatsink 35 - 50
4 - 6
in.-Lb.
Nm
Module Weight, Typical 165 g
0.36 oz.
V Isolation Tj= 25°C, 1 second
Tj= 25°C, 1 minute
Vrms
Vrms
3600
3000
V
V
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Powerex, Inc., Hillis Street, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOKTM
www.pwrx.com Dual SCR Isolated Module
150 Amperes / Up to 1800 Volts
Revision Date: 04/28/2009
CD63__15B
Electrical Characteristics, TJ=25° C unless otherwise specified
Characteristics Symbol Test Conditions Min.
Max.
Units
Repetitive Peak Forward Leakage Current IDRM Up to 1800V, TJ=125°C 50 mA
Repetitive Peak Reverse Leakage Current IRRM Up to 1800V, TJ=125°C 50 mA
Peak On-State Voltage VTM I
TM=500A 1.6 V
Threshold Voltage, Low-level
Slope Resistance, Low-level
V(TO)1
rT1
TJ = 125°C, I = 16.7% x
π
IT(AV) to
π
IT(AV) 0.85
1.5
V
mΩ
Minimum dV/dt dV/dt Exponential to 2/3 VDRM
Tj=125°C, Gate Open
1000 V/µs
Turn-Off Time (Typical) t off TJ = 125°C, IT= 300A, Rgk = 100Ω
Vr = 50V, -dI/dt=15 A/µs
Re-Applied dV/dt = 20V/µs,
Linear to 2/3 VDRM
50 - 200 (Typical) µs
Gate Trigger Current IGT Tj= 25°C, VD=6V, Ra=1Ω, Resistive Load 150 mA
Gate Trigger Voltage VGT Tj= 25°C, VD=6V, Ra=1Ω, Resistive Load 2.0 Volts
Non-Triggering Gate Voltage VGDM T
j=125°C, VD=VDRM 0.25 Volts
Non-Triggering Gate Current IGDM T
j=125°C, VD=VDRM 10 mA
Holding Current IH T
J=25°C 150 (Typical) mA
Latching Current IL T
J=25°C 300 (Typical) mA
Thermal Characteristics
Characteristics Symbol Max. Units
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case
DC Operation RΘJ-C Per Module, both conducting
Per Junction, both conducting
0.085
0.17
°C/W
°C/W
Thermal Resistance, Case to Sink Lubricated RΘC-S Per Module 0.05 °C/W
Information presented is based upon manufacturers testing and projected capabilities.
This information is subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer makes no claim as to the suitability of use, reliability, capability,
or future availability of this product.
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Powerex, Inc., Hillis Street, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOKTM
www.pwrx.com Dual SCR Isolated Module
150 Amperes / Up to 1800 Volts
Revision Date: 04/28/2009
CD63__15B
Maxim um On-Stat e Forward Voltage Drop
0
1
2
3
4
5
10 100 1000 10000
Instantaneous On-State Current - Itm - Amperes
On-State Voltage - Vtm - Volts
( Tj = 125 °C )
Maximum Transient Thermal Impedance
0
0.02
0.04
0.06
0.08
0.1
0.12
0.14
0.16
0.18
0.01 0.1 1 10
Time - t - Seconds
Thermal Impedance - Rjc - °C/W
(Junction to Case)
0180 360
CONDUCTION ANGLE
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
15°
30° 60°
90° 120° 180°
0
50
100
150
200
250
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Average On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
Maximum Power Dissipation Per SCR - Watts
(Sinusoidal Waveform)
0180 360
CONDUCTION A NGLE
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
120°
90°
60°
30°
15°
180°
80
85
90
95
100
105
110
115
120
125
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Average On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
Max. Case Temperature - Tcase - °C
(Sinusoidal Waveform)
0180 360
CONDUCTION ANGL E
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
36
15°
270°
180°
120°
30°
60°
90°
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260
Average On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
Maximum Power Dissipation Per SCR - Watts
(Rectangular Waveform)
0180 360
CONDUCTION ANGLE
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
270°
180°
120°
90°
60°
30°
15°
360°
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
105
110
115
120
125
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260
Av erage On-State Current - It(av) - Amperes
Max. Case Temperature - Tcase - °C
(Rectangular Waveform)
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