The IXBF40N160 is part of IXYS's DSEI series of Fast Soft Recovery Diodes. It is a 1600V, 40A diode chip with a Soft Recovery feature that allows for a more efficient and less noisy operation, as well as lower turn-off losses. This diode chip is ideal for high frequency, high frequency switching solutions, such as AC/DC converters, motor drives, and solar inverters.