Overview
The STTH6010WY is a high-voltage, ultrafast recovery diode manufactured by STMicroelectronics. This device is designed with a high-quality architecture that ensures low leakage current, reproducible characteristics, and intrinsic ruggedness. These attributes make it highly suitable for heavy-duty applications that require long-term reliability and high performance.
The diode is particularly optimized for industrial power supplies, motor control systems, and other mission-critical applications that demand efficient rectification and freewheeling. Additionally, it can be used in auxiliary functions such as snubber, bootstrap, and demagnetization circuits.
Key Specifications
| Symbol | Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| VRRM | Repetitive peak reverse voltage | 1000 | V |
| IF(RMS) | RMS forward current | 80 | A |
| IF(AV) | Average forward current, δ = 0.5, Tc = 75° C | 60 | A |
| IFRM | Repetitive peak forward current | 450 | A (tp = 5 µs, F = 5 kHz square) |
| IFSM | Surge non-repetitive forward current | 400 | A (tp = 10 ms Sinusoidal) |
| Tstg | Storage temperature range | -65 to +175 | °C |
| Tj | Maximum operating junction temperature | 175 | °C |
| VF (typ) | Forward voltage drop at IF = 60 A, Tj = 25° C | 1.3 | V |
| trr (typ) | Reverse recovery time at IF = 1 A, dIF/dt = -200 A/µs, VR = 30 V, Tj = 25° C | 49 | ns |
| Rth(j-c) | Junction to case thermal resistance | 0.78 | °C/W |
Key Features
- Ultrafast, soft recovery: Ensures very low conduction and switching losses, making it suitable for high-frequency and high-pulsed current operations.
- High reverse voltage capability: With a repetitive peak reverse voltage of 1000 V, it provides robust protection against reverse voltage conditions.
- High junction temperature: Can operate up to a maximum junction temperature of 175° C, enhancing its reliability in demanding environments.
- Low leakage current: Minimizes thermal runaway and ensures stable operation over a wide range of temperatures.
- Intrinsic ruggedness: Designed to withstand heavy-duty applications with long-term reliability.
Applications
- Industrial power supplies: Ideal for high-power rectification and freewheeling applications.
- Motor control systems: Suitable for mission-critical motor control applications requiring high reliability and efficiency.
- Auxiliary functions: Can be used in snubber, bootstrap, and demagnetization circuits.
Q & A
- What is the maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage of the STTH6010WY diode?
The maximum repetitive peak reverse voltage is 1000 V.
- What is the average forward current rating of the STTH6010WY diode?
The average forward current rating is 60 A at δ = 0.5 and Tc = 75° C.
- What is the typical forward voltage drop of the STTH6010WY diode?
The typical forward voltage drop is 1.3 V at IF = 60 A and Tj = 25° C.
- What is the reverse recovery time of the STTH6010WY diode?
The typical reverse recovery time is 49 ns at IF = 1 A, dIF/dt = -200 A/µs, VR = 30 V, and Tj = 25° C.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the STTH6010WY diode?
The maximum operating junction temperature is 175° C.
- What are the typical applications of the STTH6010WY diode?
Typical applications include industrial power supplies, motor control systems, and auxiliary functions such as snubber, bootstrap, and demagnetization circuits.
- What is the junction to case thermal resistance of the STTH6010WY diode?
The junction to case thermal resistance is 0.78 °C/W.
- What is the surge non-repetitive forward current rating of the STTH6010WY diode?
The surge non-repetitive forward current rating is 400 A for tp = 10 ms Sinusoidal.
- Is the STTH6010WY diode suitable for high-frequency operations?
Yes, it is designed for high-frequency and high-pulsed current operations due to its ultrafast, soft recovery characteristics.
- What is the storage temperature range of the STTH6010WY diode?
The storage temperature range is -65 to +175 °C.
