The maximum operating junction temperature of the 30BQ060TR is 175°C, as specified in the datasheet. However, it's recommended to keep the junction temperature below 150°C for reliable operation and to prevent thermal runaway.
To ensure proper cooling, a heat sink with a thermal resistance of less than 1°C/W is recommended. The heat sink should be mounted to the device using a thermal interface material (TIM) with a thermal resistance of less than 0.1°C/W. Additionally, ensure good airflow around the heat sink to prevent hot spots.
The recommended gate drive voltage for the 30BQ060TR is between 10V and 15V. A higher gate drive voltage can reduce switching losses, but may also increase the risk of gate oxide damage. A lower gate drive voltage can reduce the risk of gate oxide damage, but may increase switching losses.
To protect the 30BQ060TR from overvoltage and overcurrent, use a voltage clamp or a transient voltage suppressor (TVS) to limit the voltage across the device. Additionally, use a current sense resistor and a comparator to detect overcurrent conditions and shut down the device if necessary.
The recommended dead time for the 30BQ060TR in a half-bridge configuration is between 100ns and 500ns. A shorter dead time can reduce switching losses, but may also increase the risk of shoot-through currents. A longer dead time can reduce the risk of shoot-through currents, but may also increase switching losses.
30BQ060TR datasheet
by International Rectifier
