SKT551-16E Semikron - Thyristor / Diode Module
Also written as: SKT551/16E
SKT551-16E Description
SKT551-16E is a 1600 V, 550 A thyristor / diode module made by Semikron. It is used in phase-controlled rectifiers, soft starters, battery chargers and temperature controllers for furnaces and heaters.
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Summary of Features
- Hermetic metal case with ceramic insulator
- Capsule package for double sided cooling
- Shallow design with single sided cooling
- Amplifying gate
Target Applications
Semikron SKT551-16E is used for DC motor control (e.g. for machine tools) and AC controllers.
Key Specifications
SKT551-16E is a 1,600 V, 550 A power module. Source: manufacturer datasheet (Semikron).
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM / VDRM) | 1,600 V |
| Non-repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRSM) | 1,700 V |
| Average on-state / forward current | 550 A (sin. 180°, Tc = 85 °C) |
| RMS current, max. (continuous) | 1,200 A |
| Surge current (10 ms, Tvj = 125 °C) | 8,000 A |
| Weight | approx. 105 g |
| Datasheet | Available on this page (PDF) |
Technical document (PDF) | Request a quote for SKT551-16E (reply within 24 hours)
Related Part Numbers
| SKT553-16E 1600V, 554A | SKT600-16E 1600(V) / 600(A) | SKT491-16E 1600V, 490A | SKT551-18E 1800V, 550A |
| SKT551-14E 1400V, 550A | SKT551-12E 1200V, 550A | SKT760-16E 1600V, 760A | SKT813-16E 1600V, 855A |
| SKT551-12D 1200V, 550A | SKT553-08ESG 800V, 554A | SKT553-12ESG 1200V, 554A | SKT55-18E 1800V, 55A |
| SKT553-18ESG 1800V, 554A | SKT55-16E 1600V, 55A | SKT55-12E 1200V, 55A | SKT55-08D 800V, 55A |

