Turn-off failure mechanism in large area IGCTs

Neophytos Lophitis, Marina Antoniou, Florin Udrea, Tobias Wikstrom, Iulian Nistor

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Abstract

The destruction mechanism in large area IGCTs (Integrated Gate Commutated Thyristors) under inductive switching conditions is analyzed in detail. The three-dimensional nature of the turn-off process in a 91mm diameter wafer is simulated with a two-dimensional representation. Simulation results show that the final destruction is caused by the uneven dynamic avalanche current distribution across the wafer.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2011 International Semiconductor Conference, CAS 2011 Proceedings
Pages361-364
Number of pages4
Volume2
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-61284-172-4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011
Externally publishedYes
Event34th International Semiconductor Conference - Sinaia, Romania
Duration: 17 Oct 201119 Oct 2011

Conference

Conference34th International Semiconductor Conference
Abbreviated titleCAS 2011
Country/TerritoryRomania
CitySinaia
Period17/10/1119/10/11

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Keywords

  • Integrated Gate Commutated Turn-off Thyristor
  • Large Area SOA

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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