Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOKTM
www.pwrx.com Dual & Single Diode Isolated Module
100 Amperes / Up to 1600 Volts
Revision Date: 04/18/2011
CD41__99B, CN41__99B
CS41__99B
Outline Dimensions
Dimension
Inches
Millimeters
A
3.66
93
B
0.79
20
C
3.15
80
D
1.18
30
F
0.61
15.5
G
0.79
20
H
0.79
20
M
1.16
29.4
N
0.31
8
P
0.94
24
T
0.25
6.4
U
M5
M5
Note: Dimensions are for reference only.
CD41__99B, CN41__99B
CS41__99B
Dual & Single Diode Isolated
POW-R-BLOKTM Module
100 Amperes / Up to 1600 Volts
Ordering Information:
Select the complete nine digit module
part number from the table below.
Example: CD411699B is a 1600 Volt,
100 Ampere Dual Diode Isolated
POW-R-BLOKTM Module
Type
Voltage
Volts
(x100)
Current
Amperes
Version
CD41
CN41
CS41
08
12
14
16
99
(100 A)
B
Description:
Powerex Dual Diode & Single Diode
Modules are designed for use in
applications requiring rectification and
isolated packaging. The modules are
isolated for easy mounting with other
components on a common heatsink.
POW-R-BLOKTM has been tested and
recognized by the Underwriters
Laboratories.
Features:
Electrically Isolated Heatsinking
DBC Alumina (Al2O3) Insulator
Copper Baseplate
Low Thermal Impedance
for Improved Current Capability
UL Recognized (E78240)
Benefits:
No Additional Insulation
Components Required
Easy Installation
No Clamping Components
Required
Reduce Engineering Time
Applications:
Power Supplies
Bridge Circuits
AC & DC Motor Drives
Battery Supplies
Large IGBT Circuit Front Ends
Lighting Control
Heat & Temperature Control
Welders
OUTLINE DRAWING
2
3
G HF
B
A
"U" THREAD
T
C
P
N
DM
1
+
~
CS41 2
2
+
CN41 3
1-
3
+
+
-
2
CD41 3
1-
CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOKTM
www.pwrx.com Dual & Single Diode Isolated Module
100 Amperes / Up to 1600 Volts
Revision Date: 04/18/2011
CD41__99B, CN41__99B
CS41__99B
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Characteristics
Conditions
Symbol
Units
Repetitive Peak Reverse Blocking Voltage
VRRM
up to 1600
V
Non-Repetitive Peak Reverse Blocking Voltage
(t < 5 msec)
VRSM
VRRM + 100
V
RMS Forward Current
DC Conduction, TC=90°C
IF(RMS)
157
A
Average Forward Current
180° Conduction, TC=100°C
IF(AV)
100
A
Peak One Cycle Surge Current, Non-Repetitive
60 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
60 Hz, No VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
50 Hz, 100% VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
50 Hz, No VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
IFSM
IFSM
IFSM
IFSM
1,780
2,110
1,700
2,020
A
A
A
A
I2t for Fusing for One Cycle
8.3 ms, 100% VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
8.3 ms, No VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
10 ms, 100% VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
10 ms, No VRRM reapplied, TJ = 150°C
I2t
I2t
I2t
I2t
13,190
18,650
14,450
20,430
A2 sec
A2 sec
A2 sec
A2 sec
Operating Temperature
TJ
-40 to +150
°C
Storage Temperature
Tstg
-40 to +150
°C
Max. Mounting Torque, M6 Mounting Screw on
Terminals
25
3
in. – Lb.
Nm
Max. Mounting Torque, Module to Heatsink
44
5
in. – Lb.
Nm
Module Weight, Typical
95
g
3.35
Oz
V Isolation @ 25C
Circuit To Base, All Terminals Shorted Together
50-60 Hz, 1 second
Vrms
3500
V
Information is based upon manufacturers testing and projected capabilities.
This information is subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer makes no claim as to suitability for use, reliability, capability,
or future availability of this product.
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOKTM
www.pwrx.com Dual & Single Diode Isolated Module
100 Amperes / Up to 1600 Volts
Revision Date: 04/18/2011
CD41__99B, CN41__99B
CS41__99B
Electrical Characteristics, TJ=25°C unless otherwise specified
Characteristics
Symbol
Test Conditions
Min.
Max.
Units
Repetitive Peak Reverse Leakage Current
IRRM
Up to 1800V, TJ=150°C
10
mA
Peak On-State Voltage
VFM
TJ=25°C, IFM=300A, 180° Conduction
1.35
V
Threshold Voltage, Low-level
Slope Resistance, Low-level
V(FO)1
rT1
TJ = 150°C, I = 16.7% x IF(AV) to IF(AV)
0.85
1.3
V
mΩ
Thermal Characteristics
Characteristics
Symbol
Max.
Units
Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case
RΘJ-C
Per Module, both conducting
Per Junction, both conducting
0.175
0.35
°C/W
°C/W
Thermal Resistance, Case to Sink Lubricated
RΘC-S
Per Module
0.1
°C/W
Powerex, Inc., 173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697 (724) 925-7272 POW-R-BLOKTM
www.pwrx.com Dual & Single Diode Isolated Module
100 Amperes / Up to 1600 Volts
Revision Date: 04/18/2011
CD41__99B, CN41__99B
CS41__99B
0180 360
CONDUCTION ANGLE
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
30°
60°
90°
120°
180°
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
130
010 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Average On-State Current - If(av) - Amperes
Max. Power Dissipation Per Diode - Watts
(Sinusoidal Waveform)
0180 360
CONDUCTION ANGLE
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
120°
90°
60°
30°
180°
100
105
110
115
120
125
130
135
140
145
150
010 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Average On-State Current - If(av) - Amperes
Max. Case Temperature - Tcase -°C
(Sinusoidal Waveform)
0180 360
CONDUCTION ANGLE
Maximum On-State Power Dissipation
360°
270°
180°
120°
30°
60°
90°
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
020 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Average On-State Current - If(av) - Amperes
Max. Power Dissipation Per Diode - Watts
(Rectangular Waveform)
0180 360
CONDUCTION ANGLE
Maximum Allowable Case Temperature
270°
180°
120°
90°
60°
30°
360°
90
95
100
105
110
115
120
125
130
135
140
145
150
020 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Average On-State Current - If(av) - Amperes
Max. Case Temperature - Tcase -°C
(Rectangular Waveform)
Maximum On-State Forward Voltage Drop
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
10 100 1000
Instantaneous On-State Current - Ifm - Amperes
On-State Voltage - Vfm - Volts
( Tj = 150 °C )
Maximum Transient Thermal Impedance
0.00
0.05
0.10
0.15
0.20
0.25
0.30
0.35
0.40
0.001 0.01 0.1 1 10 100
Time - t - Seconds
Thermal Impedance - Rjc - °C/W
(Junction to Case)
