{"id":3331,"date":"2026-10-21T08:11:59","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T06:11:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/budaker.hu\/?p=3331"},"modified":"2026-10-21T08:11:59","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T06:11:59","slug":"igbt-vs-igct-operation-structure-applications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/budaker.hu\/en\/igbt-vs-igct-operation-structure-applications\/","title":{"rendered":"IGBT vs IGCT: Operation, Structure and Applications"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mub3p3g9-a69ccde929fd8abfd09980bd4812871a\">\n.avia-section.av-mub3p3g9-a69ccde929fd8abfd09980bd4812871a{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/igbt_igct_banner.png);\nbackground-position:50% 50%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-mub3p3g9-a69ccde929fd8abfd09980bd4812871a main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first  av-medium-hide av-small-hide av-mini-hide avia-full-stretch avia-bg-style-scroll av-minimum-height av-minimum-height-custom  container_wrap fullsize'  data-section-bg-repeat='stretch'><div class='container av-section-cont-open' style='height:320px'><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-3331'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-fty49f-93a6576120f7d0cfcf992f9b7eae1be3\">\n.flex_column.av-fty49f-93a6576120f7d0cfcf992f9b7eae1be3{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-webkit-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-moz-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_column av-fty49f-93a6576120f7d0cfcf992f9b7eae1be3 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-1  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding '   ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mub3o2xs-aab2539df1ff41d760c031b6ad20e011\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-mub3o2xs-aab2539df1ff41d760c031b6ad20e011{\npadding-bottom:10px;\ncolor:#ffffff;\nfont-size:50px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-mub3o2xs-aab2539df1ff41d760c031b6ad20e011 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mub3o2xs-aab2539df1ff41d760c031b6ad20e011 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:50px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mub3o2xs-aab2539df1ff41d760c031b6ad20e011 .special-heading-inner-border{\nborder-color:#ffffff;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mub3o2xs-aab2539df1ff41d760c031b6ad20e011 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-mub3o2xs-aab2539df1ff41d760c031b6ad20e011 av-special-heading-h1 custom-color-heading blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-2  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  page-banner-text av-inherit-size'><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >IGBT or IGCT? Operating principles, construction and typical applications<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mub3pbx3-3a1bbc25d32f1164354c3a520e03b415\">\n.avia-section.av-mub3pbx3-3a1bbc25d32f1164354c3a520e03b415{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/igbt_igct_banner.png);\nbackground-position:50% 100%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_2'  class='avia-section av-mub3pbx3-3a1bbc25d32f1164354c3a520e03b415 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  av-desktop-hide av-small-hide av-mini-hide avia-full-stretch avia-bg-style-scroll av-minimum-height av-minimum-height-custom  container_wrap fullsize'  data-section-bg-repeat='stretch'><div class='container av-section-cont-open' style='height:200px'><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-3331'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-e7wzxf-1a55763901eb6f24ab7cb8ec768cf98b\">\n.flex_column.av-e7wzxf-1a55763901eb6f24ab7cb8ec768cf98b{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-webkit-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-moz-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_column av-e7wzxf-1a55763901eb6f24ab7cb8ec768cf98b av_one_full  avia-builder-el-4  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding '   ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46{\npadding-bottom:10px;\ncolor:#ffffff;\nfont-size:50px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:50px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46 .special-heading-inner-border{\nborder-color:#ffffff;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 989px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:30px;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-mub3o64o-335184abbb4fa49a355019d699358d46 av-special-heading-h2 custom-color-heading blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-5  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  page-banner-text av-inherit-size'><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >IGBT or IGCT? Operating principles, construction and typical applications<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mub3pj35-4164cf90fe9798d6065fcdae0fa6cc93\">\n.avia-section.av-mub3pj35-4164cf90fe9798d6065fcdae0fa6cc93{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/igbt_igct_banner.png);\nbackground-position:0% 100%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_3'  class='avia-section av-mub3pj35-4164cf90fe9798d6065fcdae0fa6cc93 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  av-desktop-hide av-medium-hide avia-full-stretch avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize'  data-section-bg-repeat='stretch'><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-3331'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-bsq2dv-bc4a7f658ac9935a507c6c882f4e3768\">\n.flex_column.av-bsq2dv-bc4a7f658ac9935a507c6c882f4e3768{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-webkit-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-moz-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_column av-bsq2dv-bc4a7f658ac9935a507c6c882f4e3768 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-7  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding '   ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3{\npadding-bottom:10px;\ncolor:#ffffff;\nfont-size:40px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:40px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3 .special-heading-inner-border{\nborder-color:#ffffff;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-mub3o9mn-d68614410c130d80da6841e194bfa6a3 av-special-heading-h2 custom-color-heading blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-8  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  page-banner-text av-inherit-size'><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >IGBT or IGCT? Operating principles, construction and typical applications<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_4'  class='avia-section av-a4zn9f-2fb5ff6c14c237e0ca84918ce9a1dc5b main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-last  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-3331'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  id=\"bevezeto\"  class='av_textblock_section av-mub3qtop-2c46269e14a67c1f53b9e8963bbe1ab5'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>IGBTs and IGCTs are both controllable power semiconductor devices, but they are based on different device physics, structures, and system environments. IGBTs are widely used across a broad range of voltage and power levels, including modular inverters and drive systems. IGCTs are primarily used in high-power systems where low conduction losses, a robust press-pack construction, and the requirements associated with switching high currents are key considerations.<\/p>\n<p>The difference between the two technologies therefore cannot be described by a single voltage or power threshold. Switching frequency, conduction and switching losses, cooling, mechanical design, control requirements, converter topology, and the operating environment must all be considered together.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<section  id=\"cikk_fo_resz\"  class='av_textblock_section av-mub3seaz-693909a73ec6927a6544613267a9232e'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Quick answer: What is the key difference?<\/h2>\n<p>An IGBT is an insulated-gate bipolar transistor that combines the voltage-controlled gate input characteristic of MOSFETs with bipolar current-conduction properties. The device can be actively switched on and off, making it widely applicable as an active switching element in inverters and pulse-width-modulated converters.<\/p>\n<p>An IGCT is an integrated gate-commutated thyristor. The close integration of the semiconductor and gate unit, together with a very low parasitic inductance design, enables controlled turn-off of the device. Hitachi Energy IGCTs are press-pack devices, and the unit controlling turn-on and turn-off is an integral part of the component.<\/p>\n<p>In short, IGBTs are widely applicable, particularly in PWM-based and modular converters, while IGCTs are primarily used in high-power applications where low conduction losses and press-pack construction are important considerations. This is a technology trend rather than an automatic selection rule.<\/p>\n<h2>How does an IGBT work?<\/h2>\n<p>An IGBT has three main terminals: gate, collector, and emitter. The gate is electrically insulated from the active semiconductor layers, so relatively little power is required for steady-state control. During switching, however, the gate capacitances must be charged and discharged, meaning that the dynamic behavior of the gate driver directly affects the switching process.<\/p>\n<p>In the on-state, the bipolar conduction mechanism enables high currents to be conducted. During turn-off, the removal of stored charge in the semiconductor determines the current decay and contributes to switching losses. The actual switching losses are influenced by factors including collector current, DC-link voltage, junction temperature, gate resistance, commutation inductance, and the characteristics of the associated diode.<\/p>\n<p>IGBTs are available in discrete, power-module, and, for certain applications, press-pack configurations. A power module may combine one or more IGBTs, their associated diodes, insulating ceramic layers, internal interconnections, and heat-dissipation surfaces into a common assembly.<\/p>\n<h2>How does an IGCT work?<\/h2>\n<p>An IGCT is a thyristor-based semiconductor device. In the on-state, thyristor conduction enables low conduction losses. During turn-off, the integrated gate unit commutates the main current through the gate using a high-current control pulse, interrupting thyristor conduction and forcing the device to turn off.<\/p>\n<p>This requires a very low parasitic inductance connection between the semiconductor and the gate unit. This is one of the defining characteristics of the IGCT design, as the gate driver must operate in close integration with the semiconductor to achieve fast and effective turn-off.<\/p>\n<p>The press-pack device is installed between two heatsink surfaces with a defined clamping force. These heatsink surfaces can also provide the main electrical contacts. The mechanical clamping force, cooling system, and mounting arrangement are therefore integral parts of an IGCT application, rather than merely packaging considerations.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3441\" src=\"https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/energies-19-01958-g002.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"738\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/energies-19-01958-g002.png 738w, https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/energies-19-01958-g002-300x162.png 300w, https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/energies-19-01958-g002-705x381.png 705w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Structural and system-level differences<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Aspect<\/th>\n<th>IGBT<\/th>\n<th>IGCT<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Basic device type<\/td>\n<td>Insulated-gate bipolar transistor<\/td>\n<td>Integrated gate-commutated thyristor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Control principle<\/td>\n<td>Voltage-controlled, capacitive gate input<\/td>\n<td>High-pulse-current gate commutation with very low parasitic inductance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Typical configuration<\/td>\n<td>Discrete device, insulated power module, or \u2013 in some applications \u2013 press-pack<\/td>\n<td>Press-pack semiconductor with integrated gate unit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Switching characteristics<\/td>\n<td>Widely applicable to PWM-based switching<\/td>\n<td>Optimized for high power and low conduction losses<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mechanical integration<\/td>\n<td>Modules are typically mounted on a heatsink<\/td>\n<td>Requires a defined clamping force and suitable heatsink contact<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Typical system environment<\/td>\n<td>Industrial inverters, traction, renewable energy, vehicles, and power conversion<\/td>\n<td>High-power drives, power conversion systems, wind energy, and grid applications<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The table summarizes general technology trends. It does not replace verification of the individual device datasheet, application notes, and the operating conditions of the complete converter.<\/p>\n<h2>Typical IGBT applications<\/h2>\n<p>Due to its broad product range and various package configurations, the IGBT can be used in many types of power electronic equipment. Common application areas include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>industrial motor drives and variable-frequency drives;<\/li>\n<li>railway and road-traction inverters;<\/li>\n<li>solar, wind-power, and energy-storage converters;<\/li>\n<li>uninterruptible power supplies and high-power power supplies;<\/li>\n<li>welding, induction-heating, and other industrial power-conversion systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, the IGBT application range is not uniform. A compact module designed for high switching frequencies and a multi-kilovolt industrial IGBT may require different chip technologies, packaging, cooling systems, and gate-drive solutions.<\/p>\n<h2>Typical IGCT applications<\/h2>\n<p>IGCTs are primarily used in high-power systems where low conduction losses, robust press-pack construction, and appropriate system integration of the high-power switching device are important. Manufacturer application examples include high-power industrial drives, wind-power converters, grid-connected power converters, and certain electrical power-system applications.<\/p>\n<p>The typical switching frequency of an IGCT is generally lower than that of many IGBT-based solutions. Hitachi Energy specifies a typical IGCT turn-on\/turn-off switching frequency in the region of 500 Hz, while short on-off pulse bursts can be applied at significantly higher frequencies. The usable switching frequency therefore cannot be determined from the technology name alone: semiconductor losses, cooling capability, load cycle, topology, and pulse duration are all relevant factors.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3443\" src=\"https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/STATCOM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1369\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/STATCOM.png 1369w, https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/STATCOM-300x174.png 300w, https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/STATCOM-1030x598.png 1030w, https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/STATCOM-768x446.png 768w, https:\/\/budaker.hu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/STATCOM-705x409.png 705w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1369px) 100vw, 1369px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Which factors need to be considered together?<\/h2>\n<p>The selection should not be simplified to a rule stating that an IGCT is always required above a certain voltage or power level and an IGBT below it. The application ranges of the two technologies can overlap, and the appropriate choice depends on the requirements of the specific system.<\/p>\n<p>The evaluation should cover blocking voltage, continuous and pulsed current, switching frequency, conduction and switching losses, short-circuit behavior, temperature limits, cooling, grid-side and motor-side requirements, and the expected load profile.<\/p>\n<p>At system level, the converter topology, series or parallel connection, gate-drive power requirements, mechanical design, serviceability, availability, and total life-cycle cost are also important considerations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Selecting the appropriate component always requires a technical evaluation of the specific application and operating conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<section  id=\"osszegzes\"  class='av_textblock_section av-mub3sy74-a373831380fde7cc8d84857ff7851ee1'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>IGBT and IGCT are not two different package versions of the same switching device, but power semiconductors based on different operating principles. An IGBT is an insulated-gate bipolar transistor that is widely used in modular and PWM-based converters. An IGCT is a thyristor-based high-power switching device controlled by an integrated gate unit and typically implemented in a press-pack design.<\/p>\n<p>IGBTs can be advantageous in applications where flexible switching strategies, modular construction, and broad applicability are important. IGCTs can be particularly suitable for high-power, often medium-voltage systems where low conduction losses, high power density, and a robust press-pack construction are important considerations. However, the appropriate technology cannot be selected solely on the basis of voltage or power level. The final decision should also take into account the overall converter topology, conduction and switching losses, cooling, load profile, control requirements, and the specific operating conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<section  id=\"fqa\"  class='av_textblock_section av-mub3t8rb-aa69d4a367149b9681aa457384f75146'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Is an IGCT simply a higher-power IGBT?<\/h3>\n<p>No. An IGBT is an insulated-gate bipolar transistor, whereas an IGCT is a thyristor-based power semiconductor. Their operating principles, gate-drive requirements, mechanical construction, and system integration are also different.<\/p>\n<h3>Which one can switch faster?<\/h3>\n<p>IGBTs are widely used in higher switching-frequency PWM systems. The typical switching frequency of an IGCT is generally lower; however, the actual operating range depends on the specific device, switching conditions, and application. For short pulse bursts, an IGCT can operate at a substantially higher switching frequency than its typical continuous operating value. The actual limits must always be determined from the relevant device datasheet, loss calculations, and thermal conditions.<\/p>\n<h3>Are all IGCTs available in a press-pack design?<\/h3>\n<p>The Hitachi Energy IGCTs discussed in this article are press-pack devices. For other manufacturers or different technology families, the specific device construction and mechanical requirements must be verified against the manufacturer\u2019s documentation.<\/p>\n<h3>Can an IGBT be replaced by an IGCT?<\/h3>\n<p>They are generally not considered direct substitutes. The gate-drive requirements, mechanical mounting, cooling, protection circuits, and switching conditions may differ, and in some applications the converter topology itself may also be different. Any replacement must therefore be evaluated at the system level.<\/p>\n<h3>Is it enough to compare the nominal voltage and current?<\/h3>\n<p>No. The comparison should also consider blocking voltage, continuous and pulsed current, conduction and switching losses, switching frequency, thermal and cooling conditions, load profile, safe operating area, protection requirements, and mechanical integration.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-948zir-e502ae1d026b51bd2c97a18044ce36d9\">\n.flex_column.av-948zir-e502ae1d026b51bd2c97a18044ce36d9{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-webkit-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-moz-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_column av-948zir-e502ae1d026b51bd2c97a18044ce36d9 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-14  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_fifth  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding column-top-margin'   id=\"cta_szoveg\"  ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-mub3ubg1-e061297623b9425e96526e2eb427bc51'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Are you evaluating an IGBT- or IGCT-based solution?<\/h2>\n<p>A power-semiconductor technology cannot be selected from rated voltage and current alone. Based on the available technical documentation and application requirements, Budaker can help prepare the definition of the relevant product family for further engineering assessment.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>describe the equipment and application;<\/li>\n<li>attach the existing component datasheet or part number;<\/li>\n<li>provide the main electrical, thermal and mechanical requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Contact us to arrange a technical discussion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-7o3exf-3c81527a5b3aabcf6fab56123faa3039\">\n.flex_column.av-7o3exf-3c81527a5b3aabcf6fab56123faa3039{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-webkit-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-moz-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_column av-7o3exf-3c81527a5b3aabcf6fab56123faa3039 av_one_fifth  avia-builder-el-16  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_three_fifth  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding column-top-margin'   ><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-55t8r7-833d8d0b147d81c1ca0f1cb2010af23c\">\n.flex_column.av-55t8r7-833d8d0b147d81c1ca0f1cb2010af23c{\nborder-radius:30px 30px 30px 30px;\n-webkit-border-radius:30px 30px 30px 30px;\n-moz-border-radius:30px 30px 30px 30px;\npadding:30px 30px 30px 30px;\nbox-shadow:0 0 30px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n-webkit-box-shadow:0 0 30px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n-moz-box-shadow:0 0 30px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_column av-55t8r7-833d8d0b147d81c1ca0f1cb2010af23c av_three_fifth  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_one_fifth  el_before_av_one_fifth  flex_column_div column-top-margin'   ><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-a830z-a66b71c716d7d2099f537ab4ade32d02\">\n.flex_column.av-a830z-a66b71c716d7d2099f537ab4ade32d02{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-webkit-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n-moz-border-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_column av-a830z-a66b71c716d7d2099f537ab4ade32d02 av_one_fifth  avia-builder-el-19  el_after_av_three_fifth  el_before_av_textblock  flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding column-top-margin'   ><\/div><section  id=\"forrasok\"  class='av_textblock_section av-mub3unsc-5a9874b23b1f42f81f43b6ed8e249936'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 style=\"text-align: right;\">Sources<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">Hitachi Energy: <a href=\"https:\/\/loop.usercontent.microsoft\/?preview=true#\">Integrated gate-commutated thyristors<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">Hitachi Energy: <a href=\"https:\/\/loop.usercontent.microsoft\/?preview=true#\">IGCT \u2013 Harnessing the power of wind<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">Infineon Technologies: <a href=\"https:\/\/loop.usercontent.microsoft\/?preview=true#\">IGBTs \u2013 Insulated gate bipolar transistors<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">Infineon Technologies: <a href=\"https:\/\/loop.usercontent.microsoft\/?preview=true#\">IGBT loss calculation and junction-temperature estimation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3730,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[25],"class_list":["post-3331","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cikkeink","tag-budaker"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>IGBT vs IGCT: Operation, Structure and Applications - Budaker<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"How do IGBTs and IGCTs differ? 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