The influence of the cycling parameters on the reliability test results of IGBTs

One of the most common reliability test method used for lifetime testing of IGBT power modules is the power (active) cycling. Despite it is a relatively simple test method, there are numerous aspects that need to be considered. In this paper the importance of the electrical setup, how the device is powered and the control strategy, how the test parameters are regulated are investigated and evaluated.

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