In an era where supply chain diversification and technological advancement are paramount, engineers are actively seeking reliable, high-efficiency alternatives to legacy power components. For designs utilizing Infineon's high-voltage CoolMOS™ IPW60R060P7, VBsemi presents a superior, strategically sound alternative: the VBP16R47S.
This is not just a pin-to-pin substitute. The VBP16R47S represents a calculated upgrade, delivering enhanced performance metrics while providing the stability and competitive edge of a modern, diversified supply source.
Beyond Direct Replacement: A Step Forward in Key Specifications
While the IPW60R060P7 is a proven 7th-generation CoolMOS™ device with a 600V, 30A rating, the VBP16R060P7 builds upon this foundation for greater design headroom and efficiency. Maintaining the critical 600V drain-source voltage and industry-standard TO-247 package, it offers decisive improvements:
Superior Current Handling: The VBP16R47S boasts a significantly higher continuous drain current rating of 47A, compared to the original 30A. This provides a substantial margin for handling peak currents, enhancing system robustness and reliability in demanding conditions.
Optimized Conduction Performance: It features a low on-resistance (RDS(on)) of 60mΩ at 10V gate drive, matching the benchmark set by the IPW60R060P7. This ensures minimal conduction losses are maintained while the higher current capability allows for operation at lower junction temperatures or in more compact designs.
Advanced Technology Platform: Built on a Super Junction (SJ) Multi-EPI platform, the VBP16R47S is engineered for fast switching, low losses, and excellent robustness—including high resilience against hard commutation of the body diode and strong ESD capability, paralleling the ease-of-use benefits of the 7th-generation CoolMOS™.
Where It Delivers: Application Advantages
The technical specs of the VBP16R47S translate into real-world benefits for its core applications:
Server & Telecom SMPS: In PFC and primary-side switching stages, the combination of high voltage, low RDS(on), and robust switching characteristics enables higher efficiency and power density, aiding compliance with global energy standards.
Industrial Motor Drives & UPS: The high current rating and rugged design ensure reliable performance in high-power inverters and motor drives, reducing thermal stress and improving system longevity.
High-Power Density Converters: For applications like solar inverters and EV charging, the device supports more compact and efficient designs due to its excellent loss profile and current capability.
The Strategic Advantage: Performance Meets Supply Chain Resilience
Selecting the VBP16R47S optimizes both your design and your supply chain strategy.
Guaranteed Performance & Seamless Integration: The datasheet confirms it meets or exceeds the key electrical parameters of the IPW60R060P7, ensuring a low-risk design transition with potential for enhanced performance.
Mitigate Supply Chain Volatility: Sourcing from a leading Chinese manufacturer like VBsemi diversifies your supplier base, providing a buffer against geopolitical disruptions, allocation shortages, or price fluctuations from single-source providers.
Cost-Effectiveness: The competitive pricing of domestic components can reduce overall system cost, strengthening your product's market position without compromising on quality or reliability.
Conclusion: The Intelligent Choice for Next-Generation Designs
VBsemi’s VBP16R47S is more than an alternative; it is a forward-looking component choice for the global market. It delivers the proven, high-performance foundation required to confidently replace the IPW60R060P7, adds tangible benefits through higher current handling, and comes with the strategic advantages of a resilient, diversified supply chain.
For your next high-voltage power supply, industrial drive, or energy conversion system, evaluating the VBP16R47S isn't merely about finding a replacement—it's about upgrading to a smarter, more capable, and more sustainable solution.