When 1,700V Meets Real-World Demands
Infineon’s FF500R17KE4 isn’t just another IGBT module – it’s the unsung hero powering our electrified world. With its 1,700V/500A rating, this silicon carbide hybrid module delivers 23% faster switching speeds than conventional IGBTs while maintaining junction temperatures below 125°C in continuous operation.
Electric Vehicles: Range Anxiety Killer
When a leading European bus manufacturer redesigned their traction inverters using FF500R17KE4, they achieved:
- 15% extended range per charge
- 30% reduction in cooling system weight
- 500,000 km durability in extreme temperature cycling tests
Wind Turbines That Outperform the Competition
At a Scottish offshore wind farm, turbine converters using this module demonstrated 98.5% efficiency during storm conditions. Maintenance teams reported 40% fewer component replacements compared to previous-generation solutions.
The Hidden Champion in Factory Automation
A Chinese robotics company integrated FF500R17KE4 into their 500kW servo drives, enabling:
- Precision control at 0.001° resolution
- 98.2% energy efficiency during peak loads
- Zero unscheduled downtime in 18 months of operation
With 35% lower switching losses than previous models, this module proves that reliability and performance aren’t mutually exclusive in power electronics.
