Siemens Robicon MICRO HARMONY CELL SIZES 40-260A MANUAL FOR INTERNAL COMPANY USE ONLY!!

Siemens Robicon MICRO HARMONY CELL SIZES 40-260A MANUAL FOR INTERNAL COMPANY USE ONLY!!

Siemens Robicon MICRO HARMONY CELL SIZES 40-260A MANUAL FOR INTERNAL COMPANY USE ONLY!!

Manual Number: 19001467

Version 1.0 

December 2006

FOR INTERNAL COMPANY USE ONLY!!

Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. Large Drives A 

ROBICON 

500 Hunt Valley Road, New Kensington, PA, USA, 15068

Phone: 724-339-9500 Customer Support Phone: 724-339-9501 (24-hours)

Fax: 724-339-9562 Customer Support Fax: 724-339-9507

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MICROHARMONY CELL

SIZES 40 - 260A

MANUAL

www.robiconperfectharmony.com

For the support representative nearest you, please call Siemens main office at 724.339.9500.

Version History

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Reference Documents

Always refer to the latest archived revision

40A BOM: 10000424.040

70A BOM: 10000424.070

100A BOM: 10000424.100

140A BOM: 10000424.140

200A BOM: 10000494.200

260A BOM: 10000494.260

40-140A Assembly: D10000424A.ALL

40-140A Schematic: D10000424S.ALL

200-260A Assembly: D10000494A.ALL

200-260A Schematic: D10000494.S.ALL

Production Test Specification: TSI-062

Ratings and Test Parameters: TSF-058

Repair Test Specification: TSI-063

Traceability Standard: QSF-013

Wiring Practices Standard: QSI-011

Fiber Optic Standard: MFI-025

Workmanship Standard: MFI-017

Version 1.0 (original) December 2006

MicroHarmony Cell Sizes 40 - 260A Manual Table of Contents

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Safety Precautions and Warnings.................................................................................... v

Chapter 1: Cell Overview ..............................................................................................1-1

Introduction ..........................................................................................................1-1

Features ................................................................................................................1-3

Cell Racking System.....................................................................................1-3

Rear Blind-Mate Power Connections............................................................1-3

Snubberless design ........................................................................................1-4

Fusing............................................................................................................1-4

Cell Control Board ........................................................................................1-4

Gate Clamp Board.........................................................................................1-4

Overload........................................................................................................1-4

Heat Sink Design...........................................................................................1-5

Enclosure.......................................................................................................1-5

Increased input voltage rating .......................................................................1-5

Multiple Sources ...........................................................................................1-5

Simple Design ...............................................................................................1-5

Electrolytic Capacitors with Plastic Mounting Tray.....................................1-5

Chapter 2: Physical Description ...................................................................................2-1

Mechanical Specifications....................................................................................2-1

Connections 40-260A...........................................................................................2-2

Environmental Specifications...............................................................................2-2

40-140A Outline...................................................................................................2-4

200-260A Outline.................................................................................................2-5

Access and Connections.......................................................................................2-6

Indicators and Labels............................................................................................2-7

Key Components ..................................................................................................2-8

Bill of Material Structure ...................................................................................2-11

Assembly Notes..................................................................................................2-13

Heat Sink Thermal Compound....................................................................2-13

Semiconductor Torque Specifications ........................................................2-14

Capacitors....................................................................................................2-15

Multiple Sources .........................................................................................2-16

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Chapter 3: Installation .................................................................................................. 3-1

Packaging Requirements...................................................................................... 3-1

Lifting Preferences............................................................................................... 3-1

System Installation and Removal ........................................................................ 3-2

System Requirements (40-140A)......................................................................... 3-3

 Chapter 4: Electrical Description................................................................................ 4-1

Ratings and Performance ..................................................................................... 4-1

De-ratings............................................................................................................. 4-3

Schematic- 40-140A cells (10000424S) .............................................................. 4-4

Schematic- 200-260A cells (10000494S) ........................................................... 4-5

 Chapter 5: Cell Control Board - 10000432................................................................. 5-1

New Features ....................................................................................................... 5-1

Outline, Mounting, and Connections................................................................... 5-1

Power Supply....................................................................................................... 5-2

Gate Drive............................................................................................................ 5-3

Typical Gate Drive Circuit ........................................................................... 5-3

Gate Drive Propagation Delay and Dead Time ............................................ 5-3

OOS Detection/Latch.................................................................................... 5-4

Bus Voltage Sensing and Protection............................................................. 5-4

Protection Features .............................................................................................. 5-5

Communication.................................................................................................... 5-6

Chapter 6: Gate Clamp Board ..................................................................................... 6-1

Chapter 7: Testing ......................................................................................................... 7-1

Documents for Testing Cells ............................................................................... 7-1

Testing Equipment............................................................................................... 7-1

Required Tests ..................................................................................................... 7-1

Chapter 8: Repair Hints................................................................................................ 8-1

Reporting Failures................................................................................................ 8-1

Approved Components ........................................................................................ 8-1

Basic Rules .......................................................................................................... 8-1

General Repair Hints and Procedures.................................................................. 8-1

Component Re-use............................................................................................... 8-2

Non-Catastrophic Rectifier Failures............................................................. 8-2

Non-Catastrophic IGBT Failures.................................................................. 8-2

Electrolytic Capacitors.................................................................................. 8-3

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In all cases the cell must pass all specified testing before re-using.............. 8-3

Chapter 9: Application Notes........................................................................................ 9-1

External Wiring.................................................................................................... 9-1

Fusing................................................................................................................... 9-1

Device Model Parameters .................................................................................... 9-2

40-140A Rectifier Modules .......................................................................... 9-2

200-260A Rectifier Modules ........................................................................ 9-3

IGBT Modules - Primary Sources ................................................................ 9-4

General Information............................................................................................. 9-5

Cell Loss Calculations.......................................................................................... 9-6

Rectifier Losses vs Output Current............................................................... 9-6

Total IGBT/FWD Cell Losses vs Output Current ........................................ 9-7

Individual IGBT Losses vs Output Current.................................................. 9-8

Capacitor Losses vs Output Current ............................................................. 9-9

Total Cell Losses......................................................................................... 9-10

Heat Sink Temperature Monitor ........................................................................ 9-11

Exiting Air Temperature .................................................................................... 9-14

Capacitors........................................................................................................... 9-14

Flammability............................................................................................... 9-14

Shelf Life and Reforming ........................................................................... 9-14

Failure Modes ............................................................................................. 9-15

Useful Life Calculations ............................................................................. 9-15

Disposal....................................................................................................... 9-16

Output Voltage Capability ................................................................................. 9-16

Normal Operation ....................................................................................... 9-16

Output Voltage capability after bypass....................................................... 9-17

Example of calculating Drive Output Voltage capability........................... 9-17

Output Current Capability.................................................................................. 9-17

Output frequency and switching frequency ....................................................... 9-17

MicroHarmony Volt Map .................................................................................. 9-18

Chapter 10: Drive Calc Express ................................................................................. 10-1

Chapter 11: Communication Protocol ....................................................................... 11-1

Operating Modes................................................................................................ 11-1

Reference Documents ........................................................................................ 11-1

Fiber Optic Message Protocol............................................................................ 11-1

Error Handling ................................................................................................... 11-2

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Parity.................................................................................................................. 11-2

Cell Data ............................................................................................................ 11-3

Mode 00 Data..................................................................................................... 11-4

Modulator to CCB ...................................................................................... 11-4

CCB to Modulator ...................................................................................... 11-5

Mode 01 Data..................................................................................................... 11-6

Modulator to CCB ...................................................................................... 11-6

CCB to Modulator ...................................................................................... 11-6

Mode 10 Data..................................................................................................... 11-7

Modulator to CCB ...................................................................................... 11-7

CCB to Modulator ...................................................................................... 11-7

Mode 11 Data..................................................................................................... 11-8

Modulator to CCB ...................................................................................... 11-8

Device Testing ................................................................................................... 11-8

Device Test Control Data ........................................................................... 11-8

CCB to Modulator ...................................................................................... 11-9

NOTES........................................................................................................................... N-1

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MicroHarmony Power Cells are designed with considerable thought to personal safety. However, as with any piece of 

high power equipment, there are numerous internal connections that present potentially lethal voltages. In addition, 

some internal components are thermally hot to the touch. Follow the warnings below when working in or near a 

MicroHarmony Power Cell.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Danger - Electrical Hazards!

• Always follow the proper lock-out/tag-out procedures before beginning any maintenance or trouble￾shooting work on the drive.

• Always follow standard safety precautions and local codes during installation of external wiring. Pro￾tective separation must be kept between extra low voltage (ELV) wiring and any other wiring as spec￾ified in IEC6180-5-1.

• Always use caution when handling the cell chassis. Even though sharp edges are deburred, the edges 

can cause lacerations. Protective gloves are recommended when handling the cell.

• Always work with one hand, wear insulated or rubber safety shoes, and wear safety glasses. Also, 

always work with another person present.

• Always use extreme caution when handling or measuring components that are inside the enclosure. Be 

careful to prevent meter leads from shorting together or from touching other terminals.

• Use only instrumentation (e.g., meters, oscilloscopes, etc.) intended for high voltage measurements 

(that is, isolation is provided inside the instrument, not provided by isolating the chassis ground of the 

instrument). 

• Never assume that switching off the input disconnect will remove all voltage from internal compo￾nents. Hazardous voltage is still present on the terminals of the input disconnect. Also, there may be 

voltages present that are applied from other external sources.

• Allow at least 5-8 minutes after disconnecting power before accessing the cell. The DC Bus capacitors 

must discharge through the bleeder resistor after the main is disconnected. A DC bus indicator light is 

located at the front of the cell on the cell control board, and will stay lit at bus voltages greater than 

50VDC.

• Never touch anything within the chassis or anything within the cell until verifying that it is neither 

thermally hot nor electrically alive.

• Never remove safety shields (marked with a HIGH VOLTAGE sign) or attempt to measure points 

beneath the shields.

• Never run the drive with cabinet doors open. The only exception is the control cabinet which contains 

extra low voltages (ELV).

• Never connect any grounded (i.e., non-isolated) meters or oscilloscopes to the WCIII system.

• Never connect or disconnect any meters, wiring, or printed circuit boards while the drive is energized.

• Never defeat the instrument’s grounding.

• Only qualified individuals should install, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain this drive. A qualified 

individual is “one familiar with the construction and operation of the equipment and the hazards 

involved.”

• Hazardous voltages may still exist within the cell cabinet even when the disconnect switch is open 

(off) and the supply power is shut off.

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Warning!

• Always comply with local codes and requirements if disposal of failed components is

necessary (for example, CPU battery, capacitors, etc.).

• Always ensure the use of an even and flat truck bed to transport the WCIII drive system. Before 

unloading, be sure that the concrete pad is level for storage and permanent positioning.

• Always confirm proper tonnage ratings of cranes, cables, and hooks when lifting the

drive system. Dropping the cabinet or lowering it too quickly could damage the unit.

• Never disconnect control power while medium voltage is energized. This could cause

severe system overheating and/or damage.

• Never store flammable material in, on, or near the cell. This includes equipment drawings and manuals.

• Never use fork trucks to lift cabinets that are not equipped with lifting tubes. Be sure

that the fork truck tines fit the lifting tubes properly and are the appropriate length.

• Never run the cell with the chassis lid off or cell control board panel removed unless open area is prop￾erly covered and sealed off. This ensures personal safety and proper air flow.

• Do not energize the cell without air flow. Although the cell may not be loaded, the bleeder resistor will 

dissipate heat during no load. This will stress the resistor and possible melt wires. Always have ade￾quate air flow before energizing.

• Always use the recommended fuses. Fuses were specifically selected to coordinate all known types of 

faults, overloads, and inrush current. Improper fuse selection can cause nuisance trips or high imped￾ance arcing faults that do not clear which could result in a catastrophic fire.

• When lifting with cranes, be sure the crane, cables, and hooks have proper tonnage rating. Be careful 

not to drop the cabinet or lower it too quickly. This could damage the unit.

• When transporting the drive system, the truck bed must be even and flat. Before unloading, be sure that 

the concrete pad is level for storage as well as permanent positioning.

ESD Sensitive Equipment! 

• IGBT gate emitter leads should be shorted when not installed in the cell or for transportation. Avoid 

exposure to corrosive gases and dust. 

• Always be aware of electrostatic discharge (ESD) when working near or touching components inside 

the MicroHarmony cell. The cell contains components that are sensitive to static electricity. Handling 

and servicing of components that are sensitive to ESD should be done only by qualified personnel 

and only after reading and understanding proper ESD techniques. The following ESD guidelines 

should be followed. Following these rules can greatly reduce the possibility of ESD damage to PC 

board components.

• Always transport static sensitive equipment in antistatic bags.

• Always use a soldering iron that has a grounded tip. Also, use either a metallic vacuum-style plunger 

or copper braid when desoldering.

• Make certain that anyone handling the printed circuit boards is wearing a properly grounded static 

strap. The wrist strap should be connected to ground through a 1 megohm resistor. Grounding kits are 

available commercially through most electronic wholesalers.

• Static charge buildup can be removed from a conductive object by touching the object to a properly 

grounded piece of metal.

• When handling a PC board, always hold the card by its edges.

• Do not slide printed circuit boards across any surface (e.g., a table or work bench). If possible, per￾form PCB maintenance at a workstation that has a conductive covering that is grounded through a 1 

megohm resistor. If a conductive tabletop cover is unavailable, a clean steel or aluminum tabletop is 

an excellent substitute.

• Avoid plastic, Styrofoam™, vinyl and other non-conductive materials. They are excellent static gen￾erators and do not give up their charge easily.

• When returning components to Siemens LD A, always use static-safe packing. This limits any further 

component damage due to ESD.

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Additional safety precautions and warnings appear throughout this manual. These important messages should be 

followed to reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage.

∇ ∇ ∇

Warning! 

• Never exceed the specified terminal torque on semiconductors and capacitors. Excessive force will 

damage the part.

• Use caution when inserting or extracting the gate leads on an IGBT. Excessive force can break or 

stress the device.

• Dropping the cell or lowering it too quickly could damage the unit and/or be harmful to personal 

safety.

• Be sure power plugs are properly aligned with the input/output bus before operating. Do not exceed 

a 50 pound insertion force as this may damage the connectors. Never disconnect the cell while the 

main is energized or while the cell is operating.

• Always adhere to the recommended thermal compound and thickness. Excessive or inadequate 

compound application may cause an insufficient thermal connection between base plate and heat 

sink that may damage the cell. 

• Electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Installing a capacitor with the incorrect polarity will damage 

the cell.

• If cell sits idle for 6 months or more, the capacitor bank requires reforming. Failure to follow 

reforming procedures and guidelines may result in cell damage. 

• The cell should be energized with a harmony transformer. The cell may be operated without a har￾mony transformer; however, it is important that the cell is pre-charged to at least 850vdc bus before 

operating.

• Never substitute with non-approved components; never parallel or series non-identical manufac￾turer's (or Siemens MDIT numbers) for IGBTs or capacitors in the same power cell.

• Never use halogen type cleaning agents when cleaning a power cell. Use pressurized dry air, iso￾propyl alcohol, or water based solvent cleaning agents.

• Always comply with local codes and requirements if disposal of failed components is necessary (for 

example, control boards, capacitors, etc.). Some components may contain lead.

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1.1 Introduction

The MicroHarmony series power cells are designed to replace GEN 3 (NBH) cell sizes 70-260A. 

Figure 1-1: MicroHarmony Cell

The latest air cooled power cells are available in 6 frames: 40A, 70A, 100A, 140A, 200A, and 260A. All cells in the 

40-140A frame have an identical footprint and internal design. Only the number of parallel capacitors and IGBT kit 

part numbers change from one cell to the next. The same applies to the 200-260A frame.

Figure 1-2: 40-140A Cell Anatomy (*Top Lid not shown)

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Figure 1-3: 200-260A Cell Anatomy (*Top Lid not shown)

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1.2 Features

1.2.1 Cell Racking System

No hardware is required for mounting the cells in place within the drive. 

The MicroHarmony cell is designed to be mounted on polyethylene coated mounting rails. The cell is equipped with 

two locking latches on each side that latch into the mounting rail. The latches provide rear power plug alignment and 

cell mounting. The latches are then rotated clockwise to pull the cell into place. Once the latches are in the vertical 

position, the cell is properly aligned and locked into place. To remove, the latches are pulled back down to the 

horizontal position. 

High temperature foam forms an air tight seal between the cell chassis and backplane at the rear of the cell (not 

shown). 

1.2.2 Rear Blind-Mate Power Connections

No hardware is required for making the cell's input and output power connections. 

Connections are made via blind-mate power plugs at the rear of the cell. The system is designed to tolerate as much 

as 6 degrees of misalignment in all directions. The locking latches and mounting rails provide alignment. 

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1.2.3 Snubberless design

A simple, low stray inductance bus, coupled with low self inductance capacitors and nomex insulation, eliminates the 

need for snubber capacitors at the IGBT power terminals. This reduces parts count, reduces complexity, and 

increases IGBT switching performance. 

1.2.4 Fusing

Only 2 phases of each cell input are fused. These fuses are mounted externally to the cell in one easy-to-access 

location. This reduces the complexity of the cell and allows the fuses to operate properly. 

1.2.5 Cell Control Board

A new cell control board based on the 10000092 series has been developed. All MicroHarmony cells sizes 40-140A 

and 200-260A use the same part number cell control board. This reduces parts inventory and allows the board to be 

purchased with all of the necessary resistor values and jumper settings. This reduces labor costs. 

1.2.6 Gate Clamp Board

A gate clamp board is installed on each dual IGBT module. The board protects the IGBT from over voltage 

transients. “Personality” gate resistors and capacitors that are specific to the IGBT used, are installed on this board as 

well. 

1.2.7 Overload

The MicroHarmony cells have built-in output overload current capability. Standard ratings at 110% 1 min/10 min, 

150% 1 min/10 min, and 200% 3 sec/10 min are given. 

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1.2.8 Heat Sink Design

The heat sink assembly is designed for optimum IGBT cooling. The modules are arranged close together to reduce 

size. The IGBTs are separated for input/output bus locations and to increase thermal performance. The heat sink is a 

high performance, low pressure drop, light-weight aluminum design with a very thin base plate. A low pressure drop 

mechanically swagged hollow fin design is offered that eliminates the thermal impedance of glue used in 

conventional bonded fin designs. 

1.2.9 Enclosure

The cell is enclosed in a solid hot-dipped galvanized steel chassis. In the event of a catastrophic failure, the damage 

is contained to the faulted cell, protecting adjacent cells from any collateral damage. The top of the cell can be 

removed for heat sink and capacitor access. The bottom of the cell houses the cell control board and can be easily 

removed. 

1.2.10 Increased input voltage rating

All MicroHarmony cells operate with a nominal 750Vrms input. This allows a 9-cell system to produce a 4160V 

motor voltage with only 9 cells. Overmodulation is also used to increase the output voltage capability. 

1.2.11 Multiple Sources

At least 2 sources for all components are standard on MicroHarmony cells. This encourages good quality control, 

lowest cost, and shortest lead times. 

1.2.12 Simple Design

The cell was designed with easier assembly, access, and troubleshooting in mind. 

1.2.13 Electrolytic Capacitors with Plastic Mounting Tray

Economical 450V, 5600μF (40-140A) 10000μF (200-260A) electrolytic capacitors are used together with a simple 

snap-in mounting tray for easy assembly. 

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2.1 Mechanical Specifications

Table 2-1: 40-140A Mechanical Specifications

Table 2-2: 200-260A Mechanical Specifications

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10000424. 040 070 100 140

Weight

52Lbs

23.58kg

3.714 stone

57.5Lbs

26kg

4.11 stone

63Lbs

28.6kg

4.5 stone

68.5Lbs

31kg

4.89 stone

Envelope Dimensions 13.496” W x 10.255” H x 22.086” D

(342.8 x 260.48 x 560.98 mm)

Chassis Dimensions 12.62” W x 9.55” H x 21.77” D, neglecting latches and bolt heads

(320.55 x 242.57 x 552.96 mm)

Volume 2623.74 in^3, 1.518 ft^3, 4.3 m^3, 90.866 pints

10000494. 200 260

Weight

102.8 Lbs

46.63 kg

7.34 stone

112.6 Lbs

51.07 kg

8.04 stone

Envelope Dimensions 13.998” W x 13.117” H x 25.885” D

(355.55 x 333.17x 657.48 mm)

Chassis Dimensions 13.62” W x 12.41” H x 25.57” D, neglecting latches and bolt heads

(345.95 x 315.21 x 649.48 mm)

Volume 4753 in^3, 2.75 ft^3, 7.788 m^3, 164.6 pints

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2.2 Connections 40-260A

Table 2-3: Connections 40-260A

2.3 Environmental Specifications

Table 2-4: Environmental Specifications

Mounting

Bottom mount rails with polyethylene coated slider brackets. Front 

accessible self-locking latches. No hardware required. See Access/

Connections section for more details.

Electrical 

Connections

Rear blind connection to nickel plated copper bus bars via cell 

mounted power plugs. No hardware required. See Access/Connec￾tions section for more details.

Control 

Connections Front access fiber optic

Maximum Elevation 3300 FASL (1006 masl) without de-rating, 6563 FASL (200masl) MAX

Maximum Ambient 45 °C (113 °F, 318.15 °K), up to 60 °C with de-rating.

Note that over load and capacitor life are less above 40 °C

Storage Ambient -30 °C (-22 °F) minimum, 60 °C (140 °F) maximum

Ambient Humidity High humidity (93-95% RH) is not a concern unless there is a possibility of 

condensation formation.

Ambient Air Quality Non conductive particulate contamination should be limited to <100 microns at 

6.5mg/ft^3

40-140A Cell Minimum Air 

Flow

180CFM (84.5 L/sec, 400 yd^3/hr) at 45 °C ambient. 

Typical air flow is 225-250CFM (105.6-117.36L/sec)

200-260A Cell Minimum Air 

Flow

300CFM (141.58 L/sec, 667 yd^3/hr) at 45 °C ambient. 

Typical air flow is 300-350CFM (141.58-165.18L/sec)

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CFM 40-140A 200-

260A

50 0.02 0.01

75 0.05 0.03

100 0.08 0.05

125 0.13 0.08

150 0.18 0.12

175 0.25 0.17

200 0.32 0.22

225 0.41 0.27

250 0.51 0.34

275 0.61 0.41

300 0.73 0.49

325 0.86 0.57

350 0.99 0.66

375 1.14 0.76

400 1.30 0.86

Air Flow vs Pressure Drop

0.00

0.10

0.20

0.30

0.40

0.50

0.60

0.70

0.80

0.90

1.00

100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320 340 360 380 400

Air Flow, ft^3/min

40-140A

R=8.1E-6

200-260A

R=5.39E￾Pressure drop, inH2O

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2.4 40-140A Outline

*Refer to Installation Section for mounting and bus connection information.

Figure 2-1: 40-140A Outline

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2.5 200-260A Outline

Figure 2-2: 200-260A Outline

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2.6 Access and Connections

The figures below illustrate all power input/output terminals and fiber optic control terminals. Power connections are 

made via power plugs; no hardware is required. Fiber optic control connections are made at the front of the cell 

directly to the cell control board. 

The cell control board and power electronics can be accessed and tested at the same time by rotating the cell 90° as 

shown, removing the chassis top cover and a trap door at the base of the cell chassis. The cell can be tested in either 

position, however all open areas that are usually covered must be blocked off to allow for proper air flow through the 

cell. 

The + and - DC bus can be accessed by removing the top lid (not shown). Threaded studs are located on the bus for 

connections. 

Figure 2-3: Power Input/output Terminals and Fiber Optic Control Terminals

Fiber 

Optic 

Removable 

top lid 

(not shown) 

T1 

L3 

L2 

L1 

T2 

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2.7 Indicators and Labels

The figure below illustrates the indicator functions and labels of the MicroHarmony Cell. Particular attention should 

be paid to the DC bus illumination LED that indicates that more than 50VDC is present on the DC bus. The cell 

should not be touched, removed, or serviced if the indicator is illuminated. Remember that the cell chassis is not 

grounded and when energized can float to lethal voltages.

Figure 2-4: Indicators and Labels

DC Bus Voltage Indicator 

(>50VDC) 

Fiber 

Optic 

OOOOOO 

Q4 

Q3 

Q2 

Q1 

FAULT 

LINK ON

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2.8 Key Components

The table below lists all the key components found within a MicroHarmony power cell as a reference. Always refer 

to the latest revision BOM.

10000424. 040 070 100 140

IGBTs

Eupec 

BSM100GB170DLC

1700V 100A

P/N 097065

QTY 2

Eupec 

BSM100GB170DLC

1700V 100A

P/N 097065

QTY 2

Eupec 

BSM150GB170DLC

1700V 150A

P/N 097066

QTY 2

Eupec 

FF200R17KE3

1700V 200A

P/N 097067

QTY 2

RgON 20 ohm 20 ohm 15 ohm 15 ohm

RgOFF 25 ohm 25 ohm 20 ohm 20 ohm

ROOS 1000 ohm 1000 ohm 1000 ohm 1000 ohm

Cge 0.022 μF 0.022 μF 0.022 μF Not Installed

CCB 10000424.71 10000424.71 10000424.71 10000424.71

GCB 10000428.03 10000428.03 10000428.04 10000428.00

Capacitance

3S x 1P

qty 3

1867μF, 1350VDC

3S x 2P

qty 6

3733μF, 1350VDC

3S x 3P

qty 9

5600μF, 1350VDC

3S x 4P

qty 12

7467μF, 1350VDC

Capacitors

5600μF, 450V electrolytic

144mm (5.7in) high x 78mm(3.07in) OD

Jianghai:ECG2WPC562M P/N 099545

UCC:E36F451CAN562MEE3N P/N 099348

BHC:ALS30C1048NX P/N 0100034

Input Rectifiers

Eupec DD106N1800 QTY 3 Semikron SKKD100/18 Powerex CD411899B

1800V, 106A dual module P/N 0100375 P/N 010158

92x25mm

P/N 099414

Bleeder Resistor

9K tapped at 3K, 300W total QTY 1

P/N 13000405.00

Double tabs

Milwaukee Resistor Corp.

Ohmite

Huntington Electric

Heat Sink

P/N 11002091.00 QTY 1

12.5in wide x 4.2in deep

0.31" base plate, 3.41" fins

R-Theta: 11002091.00 FEMA: 11002091.00

VEP: 11002091.00 ERM: 110002091.00

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Thermodisc

Western Electronic Company WPP4001-24 QTY 1

100 ohm at 25°C, 250 ohm at 80°C

P/N 094595

Power Plugs

P/N 099416 QTY 5

Tyco: 538-17-00100

Anderson Power: PCL01

10000494. 200 260

IGBTs

Eupec FF200R17KE3 x 2P

1700V 300A

P/N 097067

QTY 2

Eupec FF300R17KE3 x 2P

1700V 300A

P/N 097065

QTY 2

RgON 15.5 ohm 15.5 ohm

RgOFF 20 ohm 20 ohm

ROOS 1000 ohm 1000 ohm

Cge - -

CCB 10000424.72 10000424.72

GCB 10000428.05 10000428.05

Capacitance

3S x 3P

qty 9

10,000μF, 1350VDC

3S x 4P

Qty 12

13,333μF, 1350VDC

Capacitors

10,000μF, 450V electrolytic

227mm (8.94in) high x 78mm(3.07in) OD

Jianghai: ECG2WPC103M P/N 099997

UCC: E36L451CSN103MEM9N P/N 0100786

BHC: ALS30C1049NT P/N 0100785

Input Rectifiers

Eupec DD171N1800 QTY 3 Semikron SKKD162/18 Powerex CD611816B

1800V, 171A dual module P/N 0100787 P/N 0100788

94x34mm

P/N 088173

Bleeder Resistor

9K tapped at 3K, 300W total QTY 1

P/N 13000405.00

Double tabs

Milwaukee Resistor Corp.

Ohmite

Huntington Electric

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P/N 11004896.00 QTY 1

135in wide x 8in deep

0.31" base plate, 3.41" fins

R-Theta: 11004896.00 

ERM: 11004896.00

Thermodisc

Western Electronic Company WPP4001-24 QTY 1

100 ohm at 25°C, 250 ohm at 80°C

P/N 094595

Power Plugs

P/N 099416 QTY 5

Tyco: 538-17-00100

Anderson Power: PCL01

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2.9 Bill of Material Structure

The BOM is structured to take advantage of the common design 40-140A cells, and 200-260A cells. The top level 

bill consists of:

1. Capacitors 

2. Capacitor trays 

3. Common parts (used on all cells regardless of current rating: input rectifier modules, heat sink, wire 

harnesses, power plugs, thermodisc, and handles)

4. Hardware kit (screws, washers, thermal compound, bushings, etc.)

5. IGBT kits

6. Reference drawings

Figure 2-5: Bill of Material Structure

10000424.140 

Capacitor Vendor #1 12

Capacitor Vendor #2 0

Capacitor Vendor #3 0 

Capacitor Mounting Tray 2 

Common Parts Kit 1

Chassis/Bus Kit 1

Glastic Kit 1

Hardware Kit 1

Misc Parts

IGBT Kit Fuji 200A 0

IGBT Kit Mitsubishi 200A 0 

IGBT Kit Eupec 200A 1 

Dual IGBT Module, 200A 1700V 2 

Gate Clamp Board w/ resistor 2

Cell Control Board 2 

Label, IGBT Install 2 

Schematic 

Outline 

Assembly

Manual 

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An example IGBT Kit is listed below:

Part Number: 14000424.IE200A IGBT KIT EUPEC 200A 1700V

Item Component Level Description Qty

0031 10000428.05 05 PCA GATE CLAMP BRD W/RESISTOR 2 

0032 097067 99 DUAL IGBT MODULE, 200A 1700V 2 

0052 10000432.71 05 PCA 630/690/750V CELL CONTROL 1 

0053 12001673.00 05 LABEL,2X3,B/S IGBT INSTALL 1 

The suffix in the kit part number is as follows: “I” stands for IGBT. “E” stands for Eupec. There can be other 

vendors, such as “P” for Powerex, “F” for Fuji, “S” for Semikron, etc.; “200A” stands for 200A module. This is the 

nameplate current rating of the IGBT device. 

Note that the IGBT kit includes the gate clamp board, cell control board, IGBT module, and label. The gate resistors 

change from one vendor to the next, which requires the correct board-IGBT combinations. A label is placed on the 

cell chassis to identify what components are installed for replacement purposes. 

Important Points:

NEVER SUBSTITUTE WITH NON APPROVED COMPONENTS. ALWAYS ADHERE TO THE 

LATEST APPROVED BOM. 

NEVER USE NON-IDENTICAL MANUFACTURER'S (OR SIEMENS MDIT NUMBERS) FOR 

IGBTS OR CAPACITORS IN THE SAME POWER CELL.

Each capacitor vendor has its own MDIT number. 

Each IGBT vendor has its own MDIT number and its own IGBT kit number. 

Each rectifier vendor has its own MDIT number. Non-identical manufacturer's (or Siemens MDIT 

numbers) can be installed in the same power cell, although this is not recommended. 

When additional sources are approved, these are added to the BOM at qty 0. Purchasing then has the 

ability to buy from any of the approved sources on the BOM, regardless of the quantity shown on the 

bill. 

This is a manual purchasing method that is outside the current MRP system, but if used correctly 

takes full cost and delivery advantage of multiple sources. 

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2.10 Assembly Notes

2.10.1 Heat Sink Thermal Compound

For proper thermal performance, the specified thermal compound and application procedure must be followed. 

Failure to do so may result in excessive heating and catastrophic cell damage. 

The assembly drawing identifies the approved compound and application procedure, which is shown below for the 

40-140A cells. Thickness to be 0.004" thick using tape as a mask.

Figure 2-6: Assembly Drawing

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2.10.2 Semiconductor Torque Specifications

Proper heat sink mounting connections are just as important as proper thermal compound application. An insufficient 

tightening torque may cause the contact thermal resistance at the base plate to increase or the screws to come loose 

during shipping or operation. Excessive tightening torque may damage the IGBT's plastic case. The ordering of bolt 

tightening is also important to ensure a uniform thermal bond to the heat sink. Likewise, proper electrical terminal 

torque is required. Insufficient tightening torque may increase contact resistance and localized heating or the screws 

may come loose. Too much torque can crack the case or damage the internal bond wires. The assembly drawing 

identifies the proper application procedure, which is shown below for the 40-140A cells:

Figure 2-7: IGBT and Diode Mounting Instructions

Do not exceed 4Nm (2.95ft-lb) 

mounting or terminal torque.

Do not exceed 5Nm (3.69 ft-lb) 

mounting or terminal torque.

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2.10.3 Capacitors

Electrolytic capacitors are polarized. Check the polarity of the capacitor before energizing. Reverse voltage results 

in capacitor destruction!

Do not over tighten the mounting bolts. Excessive torque will strip the threads. Should this occur, the capacitor 

should not be used. 

Always follow the assembly drawing for capacitor locations. This is not an issue on the 140A cell where all slots are 

filled, but is a factor on smaller frames. The bus must have rear support and the second row from the front must be 

occupied. Bus inductance is influenced by the distance between the capacitors and the IGBTs. Incorrect capacitor 

location can cause IGBT stress. 

The assembly drawing identifies the proper location and orientation. Some cells require a front bus support bracket. 

Figure 2-8: Location and Orientation of Capacitors

+ + + + + + + + + +

+ - BUS

1/3 BUS

2/3 BUS

+ BUS

40A 

70A 

100A 

140A 

200A 

260A 

70A 

100A 

140A 

200A 

260A 

100A 

140A 

200A 

260A 

140A 

260A 

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2.10.4 Multiple Sources

Never substitute with non-approved components.

Never parallel or series non-identical manufacturer's (or Siemens MDIT numbers) for IGBTs or capacitors in the 

same power cell. 

For any given cell, all electrolytic power capacitors must be from the same vendor with identical MDIT and 

manufacturer's part numbers. Mixing capacitors can cause voltage imbalance and damage the cell. 

IGBTs must be from the same vendor with identical MDIT and manufacturer's part numbers. Make sure to use the 

correct IGBT kit label on the outside of the cell chassis. Always use the correct gate clamp and cell control board. 

Mixing IGBTs or using incorrect control boards can result in cell damage.

Rectifiers should be from the same vendor with identical MDIT and manufacturer's part numbers; however this is not 

required. 

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3.1 Packaging Requirements

The 40-260A MicroHarmony cells are designed to be shipped within the drive. For spare parts shipment, the cell 

should be packaged as shown below:

The cell is designed to meet general shipping vibration as specified by Mil-Std-810, Method 514.3, category 1-basic 

transportation, provided that the above procedure is met. 

3.2 Lifting Preferences

The cell's weight ranges from 52-113 pounds. If a lifting device is not available, a cell can be lifted and handled 

manually. It is recommended that two persons be used to lift and install a power cell. If a cell is lifted alone, the 

following procedure should be followed. 

Keep the cell close to your body and lift with the legs, not the back. Avoid twisting your back. Carry the cell close to 

your body, not on extended arms. 

When installing cells in the system, always have someone help. 

Never carry the cell by the locking latches. They are not designed to support the weight of the cell. Always lift the 

cell from the bottom. Do not lift the cell from the lid or the front grill. 

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Fill bottom of box with 

Instapak sealed air foam in 

bag packaging material. 

Place cell into box on top of 

foam. Be sure that the 

locking latches are pointed 

up. 

Fill sides and top with Instapak 

sealed air foam packaging 

material. Before cooling, close 

box lid to form top. Check for air 

pockets and fill as needed. 

Seal box and ship. 

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3.3 System Installation and Removal

A DC bus indicator light is located at the front of the cell on the cell control board and will stay lit at bus voltages 

greater than 50VDC. The cell should not be touched, removed, or serviced if the indicator is illuminated. Remember 

that the cell chassis is not grounded and when energized can float to lethal voltages.

Refer to Section 1.2.1, “Cell Racking System,” for details. 

Figure 3-1: System Installation and Removal

The cell is installed by first placing the cell with the power plugs facing the rear of the drive on the mounting rails. 

The locking latches should point towards the front of the drive. The cell is then pushed along the rails until the 

locking latches can be rotated upwards 90 degrees, and latch into the mounting rail slot. Be sure that the latches slide 

through the mounting rail slots. As the latches are rotated simultaneously, the cell will self-align and insert the blind 

mate power plugs into the system I/O bus at the rear of the enclosure. The latches are locked in place when both 

latches are pointing upward. 

The cell is removed by simultaneously pulling down on the locking latches. As the latches are pulled down, the cell 

will pull away from the rear I/O bus. Once the latches are pointing toward the front of the drive, the cell can be pulled 

out of the drive by sliding the cell along the mounting rails. 

When the cell is removed, check the condition of the back plane foam tape and replace if needed. 

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3.4 System Requirements (40-140A)

For reference only; always refer to latest core design.

Figure 3-2: System Dimensions

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4.1 Ratings and Performance

All ratings at Tamb ≤40 °C at 180CFM, 0.95 output power factor for the 40-140A cells.

All ratings at Tamb ≤40 °C at 300CFM, 0.95 output power factor for the 200-260A cells.

1. Maximum continuous steady state output current rating. 

2. Output Current Rating of cell with 110% output current for 1 minute out of every 10 minutes.

3. Output Current Rating of cell with 150% output current for 1 minute out of every 10 minutes. 

4. Output Current Rating of cell with 200% output current for 3 seconds out of every 10 minutes.

5. Average nuisance out of saturation trip current. The IGBTs and Out of Saturation sense circuit on the cell 

control board will trigger a fault at or above this output current. 

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10000424. 040 070 100 140 10000494

.200

10000492

.260

Rated Output Current Rating1 40Arms 70Arms 100Arms 140Arms 200Arms 260Arms

110% 1min/10min (CL-1)2 40Arms 70Arms 100Arms 140Arms 200Arms 260Arms

150% 1min/10min (CL-2) 3 40Arms 70Arms 100Arms 130Arms 200Arms 260Arms

200% 3sec/10min (CL-3)4 40Arms 70Arms 100Arms 130Arms 200Arms 260Arms

Nuisance OOS Current5 141Arms 162Arms 198Arms 290Arms 660Arms 970Arms

Base VA Rating (watts)6 32,360 56,630 80,900 113,260 161,800 210,340

Cell Losses (watts,%)7 450

1.370%

698

1.217%

944

1.152%

1,139

0.995%

1,640

1.16%

2,160

1.18%

Cell Efficiency7 98.630% 98.783% 98.848% 99.005% 98.94% 98.82%

Rating Input Current8 28Arms 48Arms 73Arms 96Arms 140Arms 182Arms

Typical Operational Life, years9 17.2 20.91 22.19 20.91 17.7 24

Typical Operation Life, years, 

10% high line input voltage10 12.87 15.65 16.61 15.65 13.3 18

Bleed down time, minutes11 0.84 1.68 2.53 3.37 4.51 6.02

Input Voltage 750Vrms nominal, ±10% (675-825Vrms), 

3-phase, 50/60Hz

Rated DC Bus Voltage 1015VDC

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6. Base volt-ampere output rating of the cell. With 5% over modulation, maximum output voltage of cell is 

750 x 1.78 x 1.05 / sqrt(3) = 809Vrms. VA = rated output current rating x 809Vrms

7. Amount of no load and load losses of the cell at rated output power. Watts and % of base VA given. 

%Losses = Cell losses / (Base VA + cell losses) x 100% 

8. Iin,cell = Iout,cell x 0.687, typical at rated input voltage and rated output power. Cell input current is 

typically 2/3rd of output current.

9. Life expectancy of capacitors at a 40°C ambient, rated air flow, rated input voltage, rated output current, 

neglecting over loads. Once the life is exceeded, the ESR doubles and the capacitance is reduced by 50%. 

The capacitors should be replaced prior to end of life.

10. Life expectancy of capacitors at a 40°C ambient, rated air flow, 110% rated input voltage, rated output 

current, neglecting over loads. Once the life is exceeded, the ESR doubles and the capacitance is reduced by 

50%. The capacitors should be replaced prior to end of life.

11. Typical time, in minutes, for dc bus voltage to decay from rated dc bus to 50VDC after input power is 

removed. The cell must not be touched, removed, or accessed until after this time. 

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4.2 De-ratings

In some cases the cell maximum output current capability must be de-rated in order to keep the maximum junction 

temperature below the manufacturer's maximum rating. The following general de-ratings should be applied to all 

cells sizes:

* Note: In the event that de-rating factors apply (i.e. 50 °C ambient and fc=1200Hz), calculate the de-rated 

output current for each case and select the lowest current rating.

Tamb ≤ 45°C

No De-Rating (overload and Cap life de-rated)

Tamb>45°C

Base Current Rating x (60-K37) / 15)^0.67

Note: Tamb applies to the inlet air temperature of the cell. 

This can be higher than the actual room ambient depend￾ing on site conditions.

FASL ≤ 3,300ft

No De-Rating

3,300ft ≤ FASL ≤ 6,563ft

Base Current Rating x (1-0.005 × (FASL-3,300)/330)

Note: FASL = Feet above sea level

Maximum elevation is 6,563 FASL due to creep and 

strike voltage limits. At max elevation, de-rate current 

5%

300 ≤ fc < 600Hz 

No De-Rating

fc ≥ 600Hz 

Base Current Rating x (1-((fc - 600) / 600) x 0.20)

Fo > 10Hz,

No De-Rating

Fo ≤ 10Hz

Iout (fo) = Base Current Rating x (0.5 + Fo / 20) 

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4.3 Schematic- 40-140A cells (10000424S)

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4.4 Schematic- 200-260A cells (10000494S) 

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5.1 New Features

A new cell control board has been developed that is backwards compatible with the previous 10000092, 461E90, and 

10000311 boards. New features include:

5.2 Outline, Mounting, and Connections

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Connector Function Pins Mating

Connector

CN1 Temperature sensor 2 089591

CN2 3-phase cell input voltage 7 (3 used, remainder removed) 089399

CN3 2/3, 1/3 dc bus 4 (2 used, remainder removed) 089397

CN4 +/- dc bus 4 (2 used, remainder removed) 089397

CN8 CN7 

CN6 CN5 

CN4 CN3 CN2 CN1

CN10 

DC BUS 

INDICATOR 

Link ON 

FAULT 

Q1 

Q2 

Q3 

Q4 

12.9in

8in 

WARNING 

 High Voltage 

P/N, S/N, REV, 

Date Code, etc

CN9

1. Up to 1200VDC input operation

2. 630, 690, 750V jumpers for high bus voltage fault. Jumper is soldered in place.

3. Resistor select for 400 or 450V electrolytic capacitors

4. Cell precharge compatible. Jumper installed if not used.

5. Out of Saturation latch handled in EPLD software, not in hardware. 

6. Suffix .7X series specific to MicroHarmony

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Outline: D10000432A.ALL

Schematic: D10000432S.ALL

5.3 Power Supply

A 20kHz discontinuous flyback converter is used to generate the appropriate control voltages to operate the cell. 

Power is derived from the cell's DC bus, via CN4 pins 4 and 1. 

The above voltages are tested per TSI-131. The +5VDC (VCC) is regulated. The other power supplies are regulated 

through their transformer secondary turns ratios. This provides a well regulated power supply with multiple isolated 

auxiliary voltages. 

CN5 Q4 gate drive 5 (3 used, remainder removed) 089398

CN6 Q3 gate drive 5 (3 used, remainder removed) 089398

CN7 Q2 gate drive 5 (3 used, remainder removed) 089398

CN8 Q1 gate drive 5 (3 used, remainder removed) 089398

CN9 Programming port 10 Altera Byte 

Blaster

CN10 Precharge 2 089591

Symbol Description Voltage

(V)

Tolerance Level (V)

Minimum Maximum

Frequency Switching Frequency 20KHz 19KHz 21KHz

VCC - gnd +5V for ICs +5.0 +4.75 +5.25

P15 - gnd +15V for ICs +15.0 +14.0 +16.0

N15 - gnd -15V for ICs -15.0 -16.0 -14.0

P1 - N1 Gate Voltage for IGBT1

+28 +26.5 +29.5

P2 - N2 Gate Voltage for IGBT2

P3 - N3 Gate Voltage for IGBT3

P4 - N4 Gate Voltage for IBGT4

G1 - E1 Ch 1 Gate-Emitter Voltage

+15.5

-9.0

+15.0

-10

+17

-8.5

G2 - E2 Ch 2 Gate-Emitter Voltage

G3 - E3 Ch 3 Gate-Emitter Voltage

G4 - E4 Ch 4 Gate-Emitter Voltage

Connector Function Pins Mating

Connector

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5.4 Gate Drive

Four independent and optically isolated gate drive circuits provide the proper IGBT gate drive and out of saturation 

feedback between the control and IGBTs. 

5.4.1 Typical Gate Drive Circuit

P1, C1, and E1 connects to a blocking test circuit used for verifying IGBT operation at start up.

P1 and N1 connect to the isolated +28VDC gate drive power supply. 

OOS1 is an isolated OOS signal that connects to the EPLD. 

PC5 connects to a start-up hold off circuit which prevents firing until the SMPS is fully operational. 

Q1 is the gate drive signal derived from the EPLD. 

5.4.2 Gate Drive Propagation Delay and Dead Time

There is a time delay inherent to the gate drive circuit, from the time the EPLD tells the gate to turn on to the actual 

time in which the gate does turn on. The turn on propagation delay should be no more than 1.1μSec. The turn off 

propagation delay should be no more than 0.5μSec. 

PWM dead time is 18.0 to 22.0 μS. This prevents the possibility of two devices in a pole from firing at the same time.

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5.4.3 OOS Detection/Latch

Out of Saturation is detected by monitoring Vce of the IGBT. Each fault feedback from the gate drive channels goes 

through a two-shot circuit that verifies that two consecutive OOS (Out-of SAT) faults occur before the drive trips. 

This provides extra immunity from false OOS faults. OOS is annunciated within 10 to 14 μS after second OOS 

pulse. 

5.4.4 Bus Voltage Sensing and Protection

Three differential amplifiers are used to monitor + to - bus, +2/3 to - bus, and +1/3 to - bus. These analog signals are 

filtered and scaled 1:-100, named P1DET, P2DET, and P3DET. 

1. Capacitor Voltage Monitoring

P1DET and P2DET are summed and scaled to produce a 1/3 bus voltage signal divided by 100. Likewise, 

P2DET and P3DET are summed and scaled, and P3DET and agnd are summed and scaled. Each of these 3 

signals are compared to a fixed 10VDC reference to a diode AND circuit. In the event that any 1 signal 

exceeds the scaled threshold (430V for 400V caps and 484V for 450V caps), then VCAP_OK annunciates a 

“Cap share Fault” and trips the cell. Three select resistors are used for trip point scaling.

2. Bus Voltage Monitoring

P1DET is filtered and scaled for Vbus/255 and compared to a fixed 10V reference that is scaled for the 

appropriate over voltage trip point. In the event that the bus voltage exceeds the scaled threshold, VDC_HIL 

annunciates a “DC Bus over voltage Fault” and trips the cell. (630V cell trips at 1084VDC, 690V cell trips 

at 1200V, 750V cell trips at 1300V). A solder blob jumper is used for trip point scaling. 

The filtered and scaled P1DET (Vbus/255) is also compared to a scaled 10V reference for low bus fault 

annunciation. If the DC bus drops below 475VDC, VDC_LOWL will annunciate a “Low Bus Fault” and 

trip the cell. 

The filtered and scaled P1DET (Vbus/255) is also compared to a scaled 10V reference for voltage available 

fault annunciation. If the DC bus drops below 300VDC, POWER_OK will annunciate a “Control Power 

Fault” and trip the cell. When the bus is below 300VDC, the CCB SMPS may not operate properly and must 

shut down. 

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5.5 Protection Features

The Cell Control Board (CCB) contains circuitry and firmware that protects the cell from various abnormal operating 

conditions. A description of these protection functions as well as the resulting cell response and the detection 

thresholds are described below:

Cell Protection CCB Board 

Ref. Signal Description and Thresholds

Over Voltage1 VDCHIL

DC voltage between Plus-Minus bus has exceeded the upper limit of its 

allowable range. This is set by a solder blob (SB) jumper on the CCB. 

VDCHIL is active low when Vbus exceeds:

630V: 1096 ± 30 vdc

690V: 1200 ± 30 vdc

750V: 1300 ± 30vdc

Under Voltage1 VDCLOWL

DC voltage between Plus-Minus bus has decreased below the lower limit 

of its allowable range. VDCLOWL is active low when Vbus drops below 

475 ± 24vdc

Control Power 

Fault1 POWEROK

DC voltage between Plus-Minus bus is valid for control circuits. This does 

not necessarily mean that DC power is available for driving load. 

POWEROK is active high when Vbus exceeds 300 ± 30vdc

Cap-Share Fault1 VCAPOK

Voltage across power capacitors is all less than specified upper limit. This 

is set by scaling resistors for either 400 or 450V capacitors. VCAPOK is 

active high when individual capacitor voltages are less than:

400V: 430 ± 10vdc

450V: 485 ± 10vdc

Out of Saturation1 OOS1L to 

OOS4L

Voltage between collector and emitter of an IGBT has exceeded its upper 

limit due to de-saturation with gate signal applied. This implies the IGBT 

may have encountered a short circuit condition. OOS1L to OOS4L are 

active low.

Cell Over 

Temperature2 OVERTMP

A PTC thermistor on the heat sink is used to monitor the critical tempera￾ture between the IGBTs. Circuits on the CCB modulate the signal from this 

thermistor to a PWM weighted bit, which is transmitted by the CCB on 

every down packet. Refer to “Heat Sink Temperature Monitor” 

section for more details. Trips at ~80°C.

Device Failure3 Q1BLK to 

Q4BLK

If collector-emitter of IGBT fails to block minimum voltage threshold 

while gate signal is not applied, then QnBLK becomes low; “n” is 1 to 4 

indicating effected IGBT.

Input Power Low2 VAVLOW VAVLOW becomes active high when AC input voltage drops below 

470 ± 40Vrms. This is the allowable minimum input voltage. 

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1. These conditions generate a Cell Fault which disables all output IGBTs and is annunciated by Down Bit 2 in 

Mode 00

2. These conditions do not generate a Cell Fault and can only be monitored by Down Bit packet in Mode 00

3. These conditions can only be monitored in the Non Run Mode 11 and are for cell diagnostic purposes only.

5.6 Communication

The cell control board communicates to the Perfect Harmony control system via a duplex fiber optic cable on a 

proprietary communication protocol. See Chapter 11, Communication Protocol, for details.

∇ ∇ ∇

Communication 

Fault1 CMFLT

This is complimentary meaning of LINK ON, which is displayed on CCB 

by means of LED lamp. Therefore, if LINK ON is off then CMFLT is 

active. CMFLT becomes active after either parity error occurred or QValid 

from EPLD is not active. CMFLT is active low.

Cell Protection CCB Board 

Ref. Signal Description and Thresholds

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The gate clamp board protects the IGBT from over voltage transients. “Personality” gate resistors and capacitors are 

installed on this board as well; they are specific to the IGBT used. The board also acts as a terminal block for 

paralleling IGBT modules with a common gate drive. The board is designed to be installed directly to 62mm dual 

IGBT modules. This reduces lead lengths to minimize noise and stray inductance. 

A gate clamp circuit is installed across each IGBT. In the event of an over voltage condition across any IGBT, the bi￾directional transient voltage suppressor network turns on and provides enough gate current to partially turn the IGBT 

on. This reduces the voltage stress across the device. 

A 1550V nominal voltage turn on threshold is generated by connecting four transorbs in series; one 350V and three 

400V devices, from collector to gate. An 18V transorb is connected from gate to emitter to protect the IGBT from 

short circuit by clamping the gate to emitter voltage to 18V. 

The transorb devices are intended for intermittent operation during out-of-saturation turn off where peak voltages can 

exceed the 1700V device rating. 

A gate resistor and gate emitter capacitor can be installed on this board, with options for through-hole or surface 

mount components. If the resistor is not required, a zero ohm resistor or jumper must be installed to allow for proper 

gate drive operation. If the capacitor is not required, it can be omitted. 

The gate resistor conducts during the on and off switching pulses. This resistor serves two main purposes: 

supplement the cell control board's turn on and turn off resistors to reduce the number of cell control board part 

number variations, and decouple parallel IGBTs from a common gate drive. 

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The gate resistor is connected in series with the cell control board's turn on resistor during turn on, and connected in 

series with the cell control board's turn off resistor during turn off. The effective RgON is the sum of the cell control 

board RgON and the gate clamp board resistor. Likewise, the effective RgOFF is the sum of the cell control board 

RgOFF and the gate clamp board resistor. 

The gate emitter capacitor allows independent control of the IGBT's dIc/dt without significantly increasing switching 

losses and using a smaller value gate resistor. Cge increases switching losses by nearly 25% but reduces repetitive 

turn on current by about 20%, reduces peak repetitive FWD turn off current by about 53%, reduces IGBT turn off 

overshoot voltage by about 30%, and reduces IGBT OOS overshoot voltage by about 53%. 

Component Values

Component Values

∇ ∇ ∇

P/N D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7

10000428.00 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA

10000428.01 Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed Jumper 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA

10000428.02 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA Not Installed Not Installed

10000428.03 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA

10000428.04 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA

10000428.05 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA 1.5KE350CA 1.5KE400CA

P/N D8 D9 D10 R1, SR1 R2, SR2 C1, SC1 C2, SC2

10000428.00 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA Jumper Jumper Not Installed Not Installed

10000428.01 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA Jumper Jumper Not Installed Not Installed

10000428.02 Not Installed Not Installed Jumper Jumper Jumper Not Installed Not Installed

10000428.03 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA 5.1 Ohms 5.1 Ohms 0.022 μF 0.022 μF

10000428.04 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA Jumper Jumper 0.022 μF 0.022 μF

10000428.05 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE400CA 1.5KE1BCA 15 Ohms 15 Ohms Not Installed Not Installed

Typical Schematic.

Always refer to the latest archived 

drawing.

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7.1 Documents for Testing Cells

The following ISO documents should be used for testing cells:

• TSI-062 must be followed for testing. 

• TSI-063 must be followed for repair testing.

• TSF-058 includes cell ratings and test parameters.

• QSI-013, section 4.3.4 includes instructions for product identification and traceability.

7.2 Testing Equipment

MicroHarmony cells can be tested on Siemens Automated Cell Tester or manually. If tested manually, the following 

equipment is required. 

1. Cell Tester P/N 469939.00.

2. Load inductors P/N 161661.13 (2mH in parallel, 8mH in series) or a suitable equivalent with required 

minimum inductance and current specification (see following table).

3. Variable voltage source (Variac) with a voltage range of at least 0-500Vrms 50/60Hz, with at least 30Arms 

secondary rating.

4. Step-up transformer 480:720Vrms minimum rating, with at least a 2kVA rating. P/N 164307.00 is 

recommended. 

5. Alternatively, the step-up transformer can be eliminated if a variac capable of at least 750Vrms secondary is 

available.

6. IBM 286 or greater with Centronics port and EGA capability.

7. Clamp on Ammeter (Beckman CT-232 or equivalent).

8. DVM capable of measuring up to 1500Vrms.

7.3 Required Tests

• Inspection/ Ohm Check

• HIPOT Test

• Rectifier Test

• Preliminary Cell Tests

• Thermistor Burn-In Test

• Burn-In Test

• Diagnostic Display Check

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Table 7-1: Test Parameters for MicroHarmony Cells

1. This test must be done if the input rectifiers are replaced. It requires, however, the ability to generate full 

power through the cell in order to thermally stress the rectifiers. An alternative is to short circuit the DC bus 

and use a suitable step-down transformer along with a variac to generate the required rectifier current. 

Airflow through the heat sink should be at least 180CFM (300CFM for 200-260A cells). 

2. This test verifies the immunity of the IGBTs and Out of Saturation sense circuit on the cell control board to 

nuisance OOS faults. This test should be applied for no more than 10 seconds. Air flow through the heat 

sink should be at least 180CFM (300CFM for 200-260A cells).

3. This test verifies that the over temperature sense circuit is properly communicating at the hub control. 75% 

of rated output current is applied with no air flow through the heat sink until the over temperature bit starts to 

modulate. Once modulation is achieved, the output current is raised to the 100% base rating until the cell 

tester disables the cell on over temperature. 

4. This test ensures adequate isolation between the power electronics, control, and the cell chassis. The cell 

must be disconnected from the 1/3 common bus. All components on the cell are shorted together, and a 

potential is applied between the power electronics, control, and cell chassis. During the test, the cell is 

checked for any flash over to ground (or excessive leakage current). 

∇ ∇ ∇

10000424. 040 070 100 140 10000494

.200

10000494

.260

Minimum Load Inductance 16mH 8mH 8mH 8mH 8mH 8mH

3 Minute Input Rectifier Test1 34Arms 58Arms 84Arms 117Arms 265Arms 265Arms

10 sec nuisance Out of 

Saturation Test2 125Arms 125Arms 180Arms 225Arms 450Arms 600Arms

Over Temperature Limit 

Verification3 30/40 52/70 75/100 105/140 200 260

HIPOT4 3750VDC 1 minute

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8.1 Reporting Failures

Cell failures or component failures must be reported to both the quality group and product development.

8.2 Approved Components

Always refer to the archived BOM and assembly drawings for approved component part numbers and procedures 

when repairing any cell. Failure to use components not specifically listed on the BOM may result in poor cell 

performance or further failures.

8.3 Basic Rules

1. Never parallel or series non-identical manufacturer's part numbers (or Siemens MDIT numbers) for IGBTs 

or electrolytic capacitors in the same power cell, even if these part numbers are approved as 1st, 2nd, or 3rd

sources on the BOM.

2. Never substitute a non-specified cell control board/gate clamp board (or any specified component or 

subassembly) without formal approval from the Product Development Group.

3. Never change an input power fuse(s) without first determining the root cause for the fuse operation. Fuses 

are not designed to protect components in the power cell against overload. If a fuse(s) open, there is usually 

a component failure within the cell. Re-application of rated power may cause catastrophic damage. 

4. In cases where the archived BOM specifies obsolete components that can no longer be procured, and the 

substitution of an alternative cell(s) is not available or commercially not feasible, contact the Product 

Development Group for assistance. In such events, Product Development may suggest alternative 

components only after sufficient technical review and verification. In these instances, it will be Product 

Development's responsibility to generate the required ECR and obsolescence information. It will be the 

repair department’s responsibility to make the required label changes and notify Application Engineering 

and Field Service of the part number revision. 

8.4 General Repair Hints and Procedures

1. Input fuse(s) or control fuse(s) opening is almost always an indication of component failure in a cell.

2. Damage to the chassis ground wire is always an indication of an insulation failure internal to the power 

circuit or its components, or the result of arcing between the power circuit and chassis. Always perform the 

appropriate HIPOT test or look for arc damage.

3. A capacitor failure, which results in venting, bulging, or header expulsion, is usually caused by sustained 

over voltage of 15 to 20% above its operating voltage rating.

4. If one or more capacitors have failed, but only in a particular parallel group, and there this no indication of 

other component damage, look for a shorted or high leakage capacitor in the other parallel groups.

5. If capacitor damage is apparent in all parallel groups and there is further damage to the IGBTs or control 

board, over voltage to the cell resulted from an outside source. Power fuses opening may indicate that an 

over voltage was generated from the power transformer.

6. Over voltage damage may have also occurred from an output source. This is rare since the cells can protect 

themselves against this type of over voltage. 

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7. An IGBT failure is usually also a result of an over voltage. Failures due to over current are rare since the 

cell and system is much more capable of protecting itself from this condition. There are two types of IGBT 

failures, catastrophic and non-catastrophic. 

In non-catastrophic failures (those which do not result in case rupture), the root cause can often be found 

by Product Development or the device manufacturer. Failures of this type during cell testing or early in the 

commissioning cycle are often the result of infant mortality failures. These devices must be returned to 

Product Development since they may be a result of insufficient process quality. In most cases, gate drive 

and cell control circuits are left unaffected and can be presumed functional.

In catastrophic failures (those which result in case rupture), the root cause is more difficult to determine. 

Failures of this type usually result in collateral damage to adjacent IGBTs, especially those IGBTs in the 

same pole (for instance Q1/Q2 or Q3/Q4). These failures almost always cause damage to any connected 

gate drive or gate circuit. 

8.5 Component Re-use

It is often unnecessary to replace all components in a failed cell. Usually only failed components need replaced, 

provided that the remaining components are determined re-usable. 

8.5.1 Non-Catastrophic Rectifier Failures

If a non-catastrophic Rectifier failure occurs, it usually results in one upper diode and one lower diode failing short 

circuit. This requires replacing two diode modules. The third diode module can be presumed OK if:

1. Device passes a 3400VDC (for 1700V devices) HIPOT, all terminals to baseplate.

2. Device passes A-K check.

3. Device passes all specified in-circuit cell tests.

8.5.2 Non-Catastrophic IGBT Failures

If a non-catastrophic IGBT failure occurred in only one pole (i.e., Q1/Q2 or Q3/Q4), replace only the failed IGBT 

module with an approved device with the same part number. The other IGBT module can be presumed OK if:

1. Device passes a 3400VDC (for 1700V devices) HIPOT, all terminals to baseplate.

2. Device passes G-E, C-E, and A-K check.

3. Device passes all specified in-circuit cell tests. 

The following tests can be performed to verify an IGBTs condition after a cell failure:

G-E Check

Short the collector to the emitter. Ohm check gate to emitter. Resistance should be 10M to infinite. A low resistance 

indicates device destruction. Device must be replaced.

C-E Check

Short the gate to the emitter. Ohm check collector to emitter. Resistance should be 10M to infinite. A low resistance 

indicates device destruction. Device must be replaced.

A-K Check

Use a diode checker to verify a small positive voltage drop (<1V) from emitter to collector (anode to cathode of the 

FWD) and blocking from collector to emitter (cathode to anode of the FWD). If a short, or if >1V is measured, the 

device must be replaced. 

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8.5.3 Electrolytic Capacitors

For capacitors that do not exhibit any signs of vent out gassing, bulging, leakage, sleeve damage, terminal damage, 

and have less than 1 year of service (operating or non-operating), they may be re-used and supplemented with the 

approved capacitor of the same manufacturer's part number or Siemens MDIT number, if:

1. The re-used capacitors are evenly re-distributed between parallel capacitor groups so that each group has the 

same number of re-used capacitors and have no more than 2 years of operation life on them.

2. Capacitor does not exhibit leakage current of more than 1mA per can at rated voltage.

The following procedure may help in checking the general health of a capacitor bank following a cell failure due to 

over voltage:

1. Disconnect the bleeder resistor and measure each section with an ohmmeter. Verify that resistance is within 

spec. 

2. Reconnect the resistor and slowly apply AC voltage to the cell, while measuring the voltage across each 

series capacitor group, up to rated AC input voltage. If all capacitors are exhibiting less than normal leakage 

current, then the voltage measured for any group should equal the ratio of the resistance connected, divided 

by the total resistance measured, times the total sum of the voltage. 

Vc1 = R1 x (Vc1 + Vc2 + Vc3) / (R1 + R2 + R3)

For any measured voltage that is not within ±10% of this calculation, it may be assumed that one or more 

capacitors in that group is exhibiting abnormal leakage. These faulty capacitors must not be re-used. 

8.5.4 In all cases the cell must pass all specified testing before re-using 

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9.1 External Wiring

The table below identifies the approved input and output power wiring for use with MicroHarmony Cells. Always 

refer to approved assembly drawing, MFI-014 Workmanship standard for wiring, QSI-011 Wiring Practices for 

Products Requiring Third Party Approval, and MFI-025 Instructions for Fiber Optic Assembly.

All wire must be UL style 3499, 7500Vrms, 150°C or equivalent.

9.2 Fusing

Fuses are external to the cell. The following fuses have been approved:

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9 Application Notes

10000424. 040 070 100 140 200 260

Input Wiring #8 #6 #4 #2 2/0 3/0

Output Wiring #8 #6 #4 #2 2/0 3/0

Input/Output Bus 0.95” x 0.125” electroless nickel plated copper

Control Duplex fiber optic

10000424. 040 070 100 140

Bussman

P/N099725

170M4810

1000V 100A

P/N 099726

170M4812

1000V 160A

P/N 099727

170M4813

1000V 200A

P/N 099728

170M4814

1000V 250A

Ferraz

P/N 099717

1021CPURB27.60Q100D

80

1000V 100A

P/N 099718

1000C4URC160LD80

1000V 160A

P/N 099719

1000C4URC200LD80

1000V 200A 

P/N 099720

1000C4URC250LD80

1000V 250A

Siba

P/N 099721

2056020.125

1000V 125A

P/N 099722

2056020.200

1000V 200A

P/N 099723

2056020.225

1000V 225A

P/N 099724

2056020.280

1000V 280A

10000494. 200 260

Bussman

P/N 0100500

170M4744

1250V 450A

P/N 0100503

170M4745

1100V 500A

Ferraz

P/N 0100502

A130URD71LLI0450

1300V 450A

0100505

A120URD71LLI0500

1200V 500A

Siba

0100501

2076632.450

1250V 450A

0100504

2076632.500

1100V 500A

* Note: Approved fuses have similar fuse curves. Although not recommended, non-identical 

manufacturer's and Siemens part numbers may be used with a cell and/or within a system. However, 

this may cause confusion with the customer and should be avoided. 

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9.3 Device Model Parameters

9.3.1 40-140A Rectifier Modules

Vendor Eupec Semikron

Vendor P/N: DD106N1800 SKKD100/18

Siemens P/N 099414 0100375

Package Dual 92 x 25 Dual 93 x 20 mm

Vrrm 1800 1800 V

Ifavm 106 87 A at Tc=100°C

Tjmax 150 125 °C

V(to) 0.7 0.72 V

Rt: 2.0 1.8 mohms

Rjc 0.39 0.35 °C/W per arm

Rcs 0.08 0.2 °C/W per arm

Mounting Torque 4 5 Nm

Terminal Torque 4 3 Nm

Baseplate Cu Al oxide ceramic

Rsa, 180CFM 0.395 0.36 °C/W

Cca, 180CFM 110 80 J/°C

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9.3.2 200-260A Rectifier Modules

Vendor Eupec Semikron

Vendor P/N: DD171N1800 SKKD162/18

Siemens P/N 088173 0100787

Package Dual 94 x 34 Dual 94 x 34 mm

Vrrm 1800 1800 V

Ifavm 171 162 A at Tc=100°C

Tjmax 150 150 °C

V(to) 0.7757 0.88 V

Rt: 1.166 1.45 mohms

Rjc 0.26 0.18 °C/W per arm

Rcs 0.06 0.05 °C/W per arm

Mounting Torque 6 5 Nm

Terminal Torque 6 5 Nm

Baseplate Cu Al oxide ceramic

Rsa, 300CFM 0.3 0.28 °C/W

Cca, 300CFM 333 115 J/°C

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9.3.3 IGBT Modules - Primary Sources

10000424. 040,070 100 140 10000494.200 10000494.260

Vendor Eupec Eupec Eupec Eupec Eupec

Vendor P/N: BSM100GB170

DLC

BSM150GB170

DLC FF200R17KE3 FF200R17KE3 

x2

FF300R17KE3 

x2

Siemens P/N 097065 097066 097067 097067 x 2 097068 X 2

Package 106 x 62 106 x 62 106 x 62 106 x 62 106 x 62 mm

Vces 1700 1700 1700 1700 1700 V

Ic,nom, at 80°C 100 150 200 200 x 2 300 x 2 A

Icrm 200 300 400 400 x 2 600 x 2 A

Tjmax 125 125 125 125 125 °C

RtJC 0.13 0.1 0.1 0.05 0.0425 °C/W

RdJC 0.28 0.24 0.16 0.08 0.13 °C/W

Rcs 0.012 0.012 0.01 0.01 0.01 °C/W

Rca,igbt 0.238 0.226 0.224 0.1468 0.11862 °C/W

Cca,igbt 195 182 205 455 476 J/°C

Rsa,igbt 0.226 0.214 0.214 0.1368 0.10862 °C/W

Mounting Torque 5 5 3-6 3-6 3-6 Nm

Terminal Torque 5 5 2.5-5 2.5-5 2.5-5 Nm

Baseplate Cu Cu Cu Cu Cu

RgON 20 15 15 15.5 15.5 Ohm

RgOFF 25 20 20 20 20 Ohm

Roos 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 Ohm

Cge 0.022 0.022 - - - μF

Vt 1.2 1.4 1.0 1 1.1 V

Rt 14.5 9.8 6.8 3.5 2.3 mohms

Vd 1.23 1.24 1.0 1 0.9 V

Rd 8.0 5.5 4.0 2 1.43 mohms

Eon 0.0628 0.087 0.1079 0.122 0.232 J

Eoff 0.0416 0.06 0.07 0.099 0.145 J

Erec 0.0145 0.022 0.0348 0.034 0.048 J

Icell 70 100 140 200 260 Arms

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9.4 General Information

1 Measured at nominal dc bus voltage, rated output current. Includes capacitor self inductance, bus inductance, and 

IGBT module inductance.

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Bus Inductance1 229nH 91nH 73nH 63nH 126nH 127nH

Power Plug maximum current 300Arms at 55 °C plug ambient, 25CFM

Power Plug useful life Mechanical life test at 250 insertions/extractions with no significant change in 

resistance

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9.5 Cell Loss Calculations

The most accurate and quickest way to calculate cell losses is to use Drive Calc Express. However, losses can be 

estimated using the tables, equations, and plots below. Cell losses consist of the following: rectifier, capacitor, 

bleeder resistor, IGBT, FWD, control, bus work, and power plugs. 

9.5.1 Rectifier Losses vs Output Current

The table and charts below can be used for estimating individual input rectifier losses as a function of cell output 

current. All 40-140A cells use the same DD106N1800 rectifier modules. All 200-260A cells use the same 

DD171N1800 rectifier modules. For total rectifier losses per cell, multiply the numbers below by 6. 

Alternatively, individual rectifier losses can be estimated as follows:

40-140A cells: Prect = 0.000439 x Iout ^2 + 0.1823 x Iout - 0.00244

200-260A cells: Prect = 0.000286 x Iout ^2 + 0.1958 x Iout + 0.03017

0.85 motor power factor, 0.95 motor efficiency, 105% modulation, Iin=0.7 x Iout, and DD106N1800 or 

DD171N1800 dual rectifier modules are assumed.

Losses vs Output Current

0

25

50

75

100

125

150

175

200

225

Output Current, Arms

40-140A 200-260A Iout 40-140A 200-260A

25 4.83 5.10

50 10.21 10.54

75 16.14 16.32

100 22.62 22.47

125 29.64 28.97

150 37.22 35.83

175 45.34 43.05

200 54.02 50.62

225 63.24 58.55

250 73.01 66.84

275 83.33 75.48

300 94.20 84.48

325 105.61 93.84

350 117.58 103.55

375 130.09 113.63

400 143.16 124.05

425 156.77 134.84

450 170.93 145.98

475 185.64 157.48

500 200.90 169.34

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

400

450

500

Losses, Watts

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9.5.2 Total IGBT/FWD Cell Losses vs Output Current

The table and charts below can be used for estimating IGBT losses as a function of cell output current. Primary 

source values are used. Losses include conduction and switching losses for both the IGBT and FWD. Losses shown 

are per cell. Individual IGBT/FWD losses are ¼ that of shown (40-140A) and 1/8 that of shown (200-260A). 

* The data above assumes 0.85 motor power factor, 0.95 motor efficiency, 105% modulation, 600Hz switching 

frequency, 60Hz output frequency, Eupec IGBTs, and a 1015VDC bus. 

Alternatively, total cell IGBT/FWD losses can be estimated as follows:

40/70Acell: Pigbt = 0.02828 x Iout ^2 + 3.23561 x Iout + 0.39 

100A cell: Pigbt = 0.01908 x Iout ^2 + 3.55781 x Iout + 0.07857

140A cell: Pigbt = 0.01326 x Iout ^2 + 2.758 x Iout + 0.14545 

200A cell: Pigbt = 0.00682 x Iout ^2 + 2.59283 x Iout + 0.11734 

260A cell: Pigbt = 0.0045 x Iout ^2 + 2.99225 x Iout + 0.04933 

For individual 40-140A IGBT/FWD individual module losses, divide PigbtFWD by 4. 

For individual 200-260A IGBT/FWD individual module losses, divide PigbtFWD by 8. 

Losses vs Output Current

0

250

500

750

1000

1250

1500

1750

2000

2250

2500

2750

3000

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500

Output Current, Arms

40/70A 100A 140A 200A 260A

Iout 40/70A 100A 140A 200A 260A

25 98.9 100.9 77.3 69.1 77.7

50 233.0 225.7 171.0 146.8 161.0

75 402.0 374.3 282.0 233.0 250.0

100 606.8 546.7 408.5 327.6 344.0

125 846.6 743.0 552.0 430.7 444.0

150 1122.0 963.0 712.0 542.4 550.0

175 1207.0 889.0 663.0 661.5

200 1475.0 1082.0 791.0 778.7

225 1292.0 928.6 901.0

250 1518.0 1074.0 1029.0

275 1761.0 1229.0 1163.0

300 2021.0 1391.5 1302.0

325 1562.8 1448.0

350 1742.6 1598.0

375 1931.0 1755.0

400 2128.0 1916.5

425 2333.0 2084.0

450 2547.0 2257.0

475 2770.0 2436.0

Losses, Watts

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9.5.3 Individual IGBT Losses vs Output Current

The table and charts below can be used for estimating individual IGBT losses as a function of cell output current. 

Primary source values are used. Losses include conduction and switching losses for a single IGBT only. FWD losses 

are neglected. 

Alternatively, individual IGBT losses can be estimated as follows:

40/70Acell: Pigbt = 0.0068 x Iout ^2 + 0.72086 x Iout - 0.2

100A cell: Pigbt = 0.00459 x Iout ^2 + 0.79381 x Iout + 0.53571

140A cell: Pigbt = 0.00315 x Iout ^2 + 0.61521 x Iout - 0.17955

200A cell: Pigbt = 0.00195 x Iout ^2 + 0.45098 x Iout + 8.51042

260A cell: Pigbt = 0.00133 x Iout ^2 + 0.58138 x Iout + 6.65728

For total cell IGBT losses (FWD losses are neglected), multiply Pigbt by 4. 

Losses vs Output Current

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100

150

200

250

300

350

400

450

500

550

600

650

700

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500

Output Current, Arms

40/70A 100A 140A 200A 260A

Iout 40/70A 100A 140A 200A 260A

25 22.0 23.0 17.0 15.5 17.7

50 53.0 52.0 38.5 33.0 36.8

75 92.0 86.0 63.6 52.6 57.2

100 140.0 126.0 93.0 74.2 78.9

125 196.0 171.0 126.0 97.8 102.0

150 261.0 223.0 163.0 123.4 126.0

175 280.0 204.0 151.0 152.0

200 343.0 249.0 181.0 179.0

225 297.0 213.0 208.0

250 350.0 246.3 237.3

275 407.0 282.2 268.0

300 468.0 320.0 301.0

325 360.0 335.0

350 402.0 370.0

375 446.0 406.0

400 492.0 444.0

425 540.0 483.0

450 590.0 523.0

475 696.0 608.0

Losses, Watts

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9.5.4 Capacitor Losses vs Output Current

Capacitor losses are based on I^2 x R losses using ESR at 120Hz. This is a conservative approach to estimating 

capacitor losses. Furthermore, a conservative ESR of 9 mohms is used for the 40-140A capacitors, and 17 mohms for 

the 200-260A cells. In actual use, the effective ESR will be lower than this and losses will be slightly lower. Also, a 

conservative RMS ripple current factor of 78% output current is used. 

Pcaps = (Iout x 0.78 / Np)^2 x ESR x Ncaps

The table and charts below can be used for estimating capacitor losses as a function of cell output current.

The data above assumes 0.85 motor power factor, 0.95 motor efficiency, 600Hz switching frequency, 60Hz output 

frequency, 9mohm ESR (17mohm ESR for 200/260A cell), and Icap=Iout x 0.78. For individual capacitor losses, 

divide the total given by the number of capacitors within the cell. 

Alternatively, capacitor bank losses can be estimated as follows:

40A cell: Pcaps = 0.0164 x Iout ^2 + 0.002 x Iout - 2.13E-14 

70A cell: Pcaps = 0.0082 x Iout ^2 + 0.0018 x Iout - 0.075

100A cell: Pcaps = 0.0055 x Iout ^2 + 0.002 x Iout - 0.07 

140A cell: Pcaps = 0.0041 x Iout ^2 - 0.0004 x Iout + 0.0429 

200A cell: Pcaps = 0.0103 x Iout ^2 - 0.0012 x Iout + 0.782 

260A cell: Pcaps = 0.0078 x Iout ^2 + 0.0007 x Iout - 0.0503 

For individual capacitor losses, divide the above results by:

40A cell: 3

70A cell: 6 

100A cell: 9

140A cell: 12

200A cell: 9

260A cell: 12

Losses vs Output Current

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400

500

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700

800

900

0 50 100 150 200 250 300

Output Current, Arms

40A 70A 100A 140A 200A 260A

Iout 40A 70A 100A 140A 200A 260A

25 10.3 5.1 3.4 2.6 6.5 4.8

50 41.1 20.5 13.7 10.3 25.9 19.4

75 92.4 46.2 30.8 23.1 58.2 43.6

100 82.1 54.8 41.1 103.4 77.6

125 85.6 64.2 161.6 121.2

150 123.2 92.4 232.7 174.5

175 125.8 316.7 237.6

200 164.3 413.7 310.3

225 523.6 392.7

250 646.4 484.8

275 782.2 586.6

300 698.1

325 819.3

Losses, Watts

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