IXYS VW 2x45 AC Controller Module Datasheet

This product is a thyristor controller for AC (circuit W2C acc. to IEC) for mains frequency. It is suitable for switching and control of three phase AC circuits, softstart AC motor controller, solid state switches and light and temperature control. Its advantages include easy to mount with two screws, space and weight savings, and improved temperature and power cycling.


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Brand
IXYS
Category
Industrial Supply
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
3
File format
PDF
File size
69 KB
Published
05 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
1CB45721C45EEA6FAB5C487B28EDFFD7

About this manual

The VW 2x45 is a thyristor‑based AC controller module designed for three‑phase AC switching, soft‑start motor control, solid‑state switching, and light/temperature control. It offers easy PCB mounting with two screws and a compact, lightweight design.

Key specifications include a 3600 V isolation voltage, 2 × 45 A RMS current rating, 800‑1600 V surge rating, and detailed thermal data such as junction‑to‑case resistance and transient thermal impedance. The sheet also lists mechanical dimensions, mounting torque, and performance curves for load current capability and power dissipation.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Applications
  • Advantages
  • Maximum Ratings
  • Test Conditions
  • Dimensions
  • Thermal Characteristics
  • Load Current Capability
  • Surge Overload Current
  • Power Dissipation

Specifications

Isolation voltage3600 V
RMS current per phase45 A
Surge voltage rating (VRRM)800‑1600 V
Typical weight35 g
Mounting torque (M5)2‑2.5 Nm
Junction‑to‑case thermal resistance (RthJC)1.25 K/W
Junction‑to‑heatsink thermal resistance (RthJK)1.55 K/W
Maximum allowable acceleration50 m/s²

Frequently asked questions

What is the RMS current rating per phase?

The module is rated for 45 A RMS current per phase (IRMS = 2 × 45 A).

What isolation voltage does the VW 2x45 support?

It has an isolation voltage rating of 3600 V.

How much does the module weigh?

The typical weight of the VW 2x45 module is 35 g.

What are the thermal resistance values for the device?

Junction‑to‑case resistance is 1.25 K/W and junction‑to‑heatsink resistance is 1.55 K/W.

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