MDD172-16N1 IXYS - Standard Rectifier Module

MDD172-16N1 Description

The IXYS MDD172-16N1 is a diode module, rated for 1600 V and 190 A. Diode modules like this are common in rectifier front ends, DC power supplies, welders and plating equipment. If you are repairing older equipment, we can usually find this exact part, including date codes that are no longer in production.

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Summary of Features

Target Applications

IXYS MDD172-16N1 is used for AC/DC power conversion and control: controlled and uncontrolled rectifiers, DC motor drives, soft starters, battery chargers, welding equipment, heater and temperature control, and AC power controllers.

Key Specifications

MDD172-16N1 is a 1600 V / 190 A diode module from IXYS. Source: manufacturer datasheet (detailed).

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer	IXYS
Product type	Diode module
Configuration	Dual diode, phase leg (series connected)
Package	Y4
Repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM)	2x 1600 V
Non-repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRSM)	1700 V
Average forward current (IFAV)	190 A (TC = 100 °C, TVJ = 150 °C)
RMS forward current (IF(RMS))	300 A (180° sine)
Forward voltage drop (VF)	1.07 V (IF = 150 A, TVJ = 25 °C); 0.96 V (IF = 150 A, TVJ = 125 °C)
Max forward surge current (IFSM)	6.60 kA (t = 10 ms, 50 Hz, TVJ = 45 °C); 5.61 kA (t = 10 ms, TVJ = 150 °C)
I²t value for fusing	217.8 kA²s (10 ms, TVJ = 45 °C); 157.4 kA²s (10 ms, TVJ = 150 °C)
Thermal resistance (RthJC)	0.21 K/W
Total power dissipation (Ptot)	600 W (TC = 25 °C)
Isolation voltage	3600 V~
Datasheet	Available on this page (PDF)

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