Overview
The STTH60AC06CW is a high-performance, ultrafast rectifier diode produced by STMicroelectronics. This device utilizes ST Turbo 2 600 V technology, making it particularly suited for applications requiring high efficiency and low losses. It is primarily designed as a boost diode for continuous mode interleaved power factor correction in air conditioning equipment. Additionally, it can be used as a free wheeling diode in power supplies and other power switching applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VRRM (Repetitive Peak Reverse Voltage) | 600 | V |
| IF(RMS) (Forward RMS Current) | 50 | A |
| IF(AV) (Average Forward Current per Diode) | 30 | A |
| IF(AV) (Average Forward Current per Device) | 60 | A |
| IFSM (Surge Non-Repetitive Forward Current) | 280 | A |
| Tstg (Storage Temperature Range) | -65 to +175 | °C |
| Tj (Maximum Operating Junction Temperature) | 175 | °C |
| trr (Reverse Recovery Time) | 40 ns | ns |
| VF (Forward Voltage Drop at IF = 30 A) | 1.4 V | V |
| Rth(j-c) (Junction to Case Thermal Resistance) | 2.8 °C/W (per diode), 2.2 °C/W (total) | °C/W |
| Package | TO-247 |
Key Features
- Ultrafast switching
- Low reverse current
- Low thermal resistance
- Reduces switching and conduction losses
- Insulated package TO-3PF with insulated voltage of 2500 V DC
Applications
The STTH60AC06CW is specifically designed for use as a boost diode in air conditioning equipment, particularly in continuous mode interleaved power factor correction. It is also suitable for use as a free wheeling diode in power supplies and other power switching applications.
Q & A
- What is the primary application of the STTH60AC06CW?
The primary application is as a boost diode in air conditioning equipment for continuous mode interleaved power factor correction.
- What is the repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM) of the STTH60AC06CW?
The VRRM is 600 V.
- What is the average forward current rating per diode?
The average forward current rating per diode is 30 A.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature (Tj) of the STTH60AC06CW?
The maximum operating junction temperature is 175 °C.
- What is the reverse recovery time (trr) of the STTH60AC06CW?
The reverse recovery time is typically 40 ns.
- What package types are available for the STTH60AC06CW?
The device is available in TO-247 and TO-247 long leads packages.
- What is the forward voltage drop (VF) at an average forward current of 30 A?
The forward voltage drop is typically 1.4 V at an average forward current of 30 A.
- What is the junction to case thermal resistance (Rth(j-c)) for the TO-247 package?
The junction to case thermal resistance is 2.8 °C/W per diode and 2.2 °C/W total.
- Is the STTH60AC06CW RoHS compliant?
- What are the storage temperature range and surge non-repetitive forward current ratings?
The storage temperature range is -65 to +175 °C, and the surge non-repetitive forward current is 280 A for tp = 10 ms sinusoidal.
