RIR Power Electronics Develops 25 kV High-Voltage Thyristor Switch
Mumbai, March 24, 2026 (BSE: 517035) – RIR Power Electronics Limited has announced the successful development of a 25 kilovolt (kV) - 120 kiloampere (kA) Capacitor discharge vertically integrated semiconductor switch, marking a significant advancement in India's high-power electronics capabilities.The innovation supports the government's Make in India initiative by introducing India's first indigenously developed 25 kV high-voltage thyristor switch for advanced pulse power applications. The switch incorporates a 125 mm silicon-controlled rectifier (SCR) capable of blocking voltages up to 8 kV, developed in India for the first time.
The product was tested and qualified at the company's manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, demonstrating robust performance. Potential applications include defense systems, advanced medical equipment, and precision directed energy technologies.
Dr. Harshad Mehta, Non-Executive Chairman of RIR Power Electronics Ltd, stated that the development underscores the company’s commitment to 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat,' while enhancing supply chain resilience.
RIR Power Electronics Limited is a global pioneer in high-power semiconductor solutions. For more information, visit www.rirpowersemi.com.
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