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Published on: 12/08/2013 IXYS UK Westcode Ltd. has introduced a 500A, 2.5KV GTO (gate turn-off) thyristor in a new smaller package The new GTO thyristor rated at 500A & 2.5kV is based on IXYS UK’s established S0500KC device; the die design has the same active area and performance, but with an improved termination design which […]

Published on: 01/08/2013 GD Rectifiers is pleased to announce a new distribution agreement with API Capacitors, who are the UK’s leading designer and manufacturer of high quality power capacitors for power electronic applications. API’s extensive product range of filter, snubber and energy storage capacitors services the professional markets of traction, industrial drives, power conditioning and […]

Published on: 14/06/2013 New IXYS Press-pack IGBT’s With a track record spanning more than 10 years as a leading innovator in press-pack IGBT technology, IXYS UK now owned by Littelfuse is proud to offer their range of 2.5kV and 4.5kV devices featuring the latest generation chipset offering improved SOA. This advanced technology is based on […]

Published on: 07/05/2013 IXYS UK Westcode Ltd has added a new higher voltage rectifier diode to the dual isolated base module product portfolio. The diodes, rated at up to 3600 volt, are encapsulated in the industry standard 5.87 inch (149mm) x  2.36 inch (60mm) base plate housing. Dual Isolated Base Rectifier Modules The diodes have […]

Published on: 25/04/2013 IXYS UK Westcode Ltd. has launched a new addition to its 83mm die phase control thyristors product group. The thyristors, rated at 2200 volt, are the latest introduction to this new product group that uses an integrated die construction and improved package design for better electromechanical and thermal performances. Phase Control Thyristors […]

Published on: 01/04/2013   Cooper Bussmann Fuses GD Rectifiers is pleased to announce a distribution agreement with Cooper Bussmann. We will be offering technical support and stocking their British Standard BS88 and Square Body range of fuses. In addition to high speed semiconductor fuses, GD Rectifiers can support and supply the complete range of Bussmann […]

Published on: 08/03/2013 GD Rectifiers is please to announce the availability of the new IXYS range of 650V XPT™ Trench IGBTs. These are highly efficient low on-state voltage IGBTs The current ratings of devices in the new product family range from 30A to 200A at a high temperature of 110°C. With on-stage voltages as low […]

Published on: 21/01/2013   United Automation GD Rectifiers are please to announce a distribution agreement with United Automation. We will exclusively be offering technical support and stock for their Firing Circuits/Trigger Modules in the UK and Europe. United Automation is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of industrial power control products. For more information on […]

Published on: 28/05/2012 Telcon is a world leader in the field of soft magnetic cores and components including open and closed loop Hall effect current sensors and transducers. A major part of the modern business is magnetic components for applications ranging from current measurement and sensing, for drives, controls, UPS, and inverters.   Telcon offers […]

Published on: 26/03/2012 IXYS have announced that they are rebranding Westcode to IXYS UK. From the 1/4/12 the print details on all standard parts will change from “WESTCODE” to “IXYS-UK” and they will include the IXYS Logo.   New IXYS UK logo Both IXYS and IXYS UK Westcode has since been acquired by Littelfuse. For […]

Published on: 25/01/2012 GD Rectifiers is pleased to announce that the completion of the Fuses and Microswitches section of the website, featuring Cooper Bussmann, Mersen/Ferraz Shawmut, Littelfuse and IXYS UK Westcode fuses.   Fuses and Microswitches Website Page For more detail on our franchised lines, please click here.   For further assistance, please contact one […]

Published on: 28/06/2011 Semikron have released the new SKYPER 32, SKYPER 42 and SKYPER 52 dual IGBT drivers. SKYPER Dual IGBT Drivers The mean time between failure is 3 x higher than standard driver technology. EMC with unique interlayer connection and short pulse suppression. Customised plug and play adapter boards. Driving 600V, 1200V and 1700V […]

Published on: 24/11/2010 SolarBITs are IXYS’ product line of SolarBITs made of monocrystalline, high efficiency solar cells. The IXOLAR SolarBITs is an ideal for charging various battery powered and handheld consumer products such as mobile phones, cameras, PDAs, MP3-Players and toys. They are also suitable for industrial applications such as wireless sensors, portable instrumentation and […]

Published on: 29/06/2010 Introducing Bussmann’s new range of solar fuses Bussmann have released a new range of fuses primarily designed for the solar panel market. For a full pdf data sheet, please click here. For additional information, please contact the head office.

Published on: 19/05/2010 Discover the latest IXYS news, including new products, industry developments and market updates IXYS News For 2010, IXYS have introduced the following products: New higher operating temperatures in the new SIMBus A package New Megawatt Press-pack IGBT Extended the energy efficiency of the XPT IGBT product range Added the Zilog to the […]

Published on: 15/02/2010 CoolMOS™ – Coolest & fastest The revolutionary CoolMOS™ power MOSFET family enables a significant reduction of conducting and switching losses in Switched Mode Power Supplies (SMPS). Latest generation of high voltage power MOSFETs will make AC/DC power supplies even more efficient, more compact, lighter and cooler. This target is achieved by offering […]