Sanrex QF15AA60 IGBT Module

SanRex QF15AA60 IGBT Module | Reliable 3-Phase Power for Industrial Drives

The SanRex QF15AA60 is a robust 6-in-1 IGBT module engineered for high-reliability, three-phase power conversion applications. Integrating six 600V/15A IGBTs in a single, compact package, this module is designed to streamline the development of efficient and durable power stages for industrial systems.

• Brand: SanRex
• Model: QF15AA60
• Core Function: 600V, 15A six-pack IGBT module for three-phase inverters.
• Key Advantage: Simplifies design complexity and improves thermal performance compared to discrete solutions.
• Typical Applications: Small motor drives, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), servo controllers, and general-purpose inverters.

Technical Deep Dive: The Engineering Behind the QF15AA60

The performance of the SanRex QF15AA60 is not just about its ratings, but how its underlying technology solves real-world engineering challenges.

• Balanced Conduction and Switching Losses

  The IGBTs within the QF15AA60 are optimized to achieve a low Vce(sat) (collector-emitter saturation voltage) without excessively compromising switching speed. This balance is critical. A lower Vce(sat) directly reduces conduction loss, which is dominant in lower-frequency applications like motor control. Simultaneously, its controlled switching characteristics help manage switching losses and minimize EMI, simplifying the design of protective snubber circuits and filtering.

• Thermally Efficient and Isolated Package

  This module utilizes an industry-standard package with an isolated baseplate. This design provides excellent thermal conductivity from the IGBT chips to the heatsink while ensuring high electrical isolation (2500Vrms). For system designers, this translates to simplified thermal management—no need for extra insulating pads—and a more compact, reliable assembly, which is crucial for building durable industrial equipment.

Application Scenarios: Where the QF15AA60 Excels

This module is a versatile workhorse. Its integrated nature provides distinct advantages across several demanding applications:

• Small AC Motor Drives: For controlling fans, pumps, and conveyors, the QF15AA60 simplifies the power stage of a three-phase IGBT inverter. Its robust thermal design ensures stable operation, leading to longer equipment life and reduced maintenance in factory automation settings.
• Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS): In online UPS systems, efficiency is paramount. The low total power loss of this module contributes directly to higher system efficiency, reducing cooling requirements and operational costs over the system's lifetime.
• Servo Drives: Precision and fast response are key in servo applications. The integrated construction of this IGBT Module minimizes stray inductance compared to discrete layouts, enabling cleaner switching and more precise current control for robotics and CNC machines.

Key Technical Specifications

Selection Guidance: Module vs. Discrete IGBTs

Engineers often weigh the benefits of an integrated module like the SanRex QF15AA60 against a solution built from six individual discrete IGBTs. While a discrete approach may offer component-level cost savings, it introduces significant design complexity in PCB layout, gate drive balancing, and especially thermal management. The QF15AA60 abstracts these challenges away. It provides a pre-validated, thermally matched system that drastically reduces assembly time, simplifies the supply chain, and often results in a more compact and reliable final product, making it an ideal choice for projects where time-to-market and long-term reliability are priorities. For more details on what to look for, reviewing a typical IGBT datasheet can provide valuable insights.

For demanding industrial environments where reliability and simplified design are essential, the QF15AA60 offers a proven and effective solution. If your project involves motor control, power conversion, or industrial automation, this module provides a solid foundation. Contact us for a quote to see how the SanRex QF15AA60 can fit into your next design.