SKM453GB12E7
Semikron SKM453GB12E7 SEMITRANS 3+ IGBT module, 1200 V half-bridge at 450 A with IGBT 7 chips and CAL7 diodes.
The SKM453GB12E7 is a Semikron SEMITRANS 3+ IGBT module in a half-bridge configuration, rated 1200 V and 450 A with the Gen 7 chip generation. SEMITRANS 3+ keeps the classic 62 mm housing and external interfaces of SEMITRANS 3, so it is a drop-in fit for an existing mechanical design, while a fully redesigned interior raises the power density, lowers the stray inductance and extends the operating junction temperature to 175 degrees Celsius. The module uses the latest IGBT 7 (Gen 7) chip together with the new CAL7 diodes, which together lower the conduction and switching losses and give a softer diode recovery, so the converter runs cooler and quieter and can switch faster with a smaller turn-off spike. The half-bridge circuit is the building block of a three-phase inverter, so six modules form a compact 1200 V drive or converter stage for an industrial motor drive, a solar string inverter or a UPS. The 175 degree junction rating allows a smaller heatsink, and the higher power-cycling capability and humidity robustness suit outdoor and renewable installations. Every module BeiLuo ships is factory-traceable and includes an import declaration, a certificate of origin and a RoHS compliance file, and mainstream ratings are held in stock.
FAE Professional Review
The SKM453GB12E7 is the drop-in Gen 7 upgrade to a classic 62 mm half-bridge. Its value is the combination of the familiar footprint, the lower-loss IGBT 7 chip and the 175 degree junction, which lets an existing drive run cooler or push more current. Check the gate drive and the overshoot when you switch to the new chip.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage (Vces) | 1200 V |
| Current (Icnom) | 450 A |
| Topology | Half-bridge |
| Housing | SEMITRANS 3+ (62 mm) |
| Chip | IGBT 7 (Gen 7) |
Application Circuits
Industrial motor drives
Reference circuits and application schematics for Industrial motor drives are available from our FAE team.
Solar string inverters
Reference circuits and application schematics for Solar string inverters are available from our FAE team.
UPS systems
Reference circuits and application schematics for UPS systems are available from our FAE team.
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Alternative Part Numbers
| Model | Package | Note | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKM803GB17E7 | 1700 V SEMITRANS 3+ module for a higher bus | View |
Complementary Part Numbers
| Model | Package | Note | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKM400GB176D | SEMITRANS 3 module for a proven 62 mm design | View | |
| SEMiX603GB12E4pV1 | Compact SEMiX module for a dense inverter | View |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SKM453GB12E7 rated for?
It is a 1200 V half-bridge SEMITRANS 3+ module at 450 A, with the IGBT 7 (Gen 7) chip and CAL7 inverse diodes in the classic 62 mm housing.
Confirm the current against your load at the expected case temperature.
Is SEMITRANS 3+ a drop-in replacement?
Yes. SEMITRANS 3+ retains the 62 mm housing dimensions and the external interfaces of SEMITRANS 3, so it fits the same mounting and busbar design. The improved internal design and the Gen 7 chip give higher performance in the same space.
Ask us to check the gate drive for the new chip.
Is the module genuine and in stock?
BeiLuo supplies factory-traceable modules through Semikron authorized channels, with import declaration, certificate of origin and RoHS files on every order. Mainstream ratings are normally in stock.
Request a sample to validate on the bench.