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Bridge Rectifier And IGBT Found Blown In BUTTERFLY Induction Cooker Model RHINO

By on April 21, 2023
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This Induction Cooker (referred to as ‘IC’ hereinafter for brevity) belonged to my son living in Bangalore and he brought it to me during one of his visits. The IC reported to have tripped the MCB when switched on one day. My first duty was to open and subject it to thorough cleaning.

It had collected a lot of dust and the vents of the fan were almost clogged.

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After doing this, when I checked the IGBT, which I was sure to have blown, I found it to be dead short. So, I removed it. Then applied power through a bulb and found it remain lit, indicating a dead short somewhere else too. Then I checked the bridge rectifier and found it to be dead short. So, there sure was a power surge which would have blown both these components. I replaced the rectifier and found the power was on when checked again. The capacitors were ok. I checked all the components and found these also to be ok. The 18V, 5V etc. were also ok. There was no dry solder too, as it had a good coating of clear lacquer on it.

The number of the IGBT was N1600, datasheet of which was not available in the web. Anyhow I could fetch an exact replacement. After soldering the new IGBT, I refit the coil and fan and placed the top plate. Then applied power and found it to be working very well. I boiled a glass of water for testing purpose. My son was happy that he could carry it back the next day. Satisfaction also was hot enough to get added!

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Parasuraman

This article was prepared for you by Parasuraman Subramanian from India. He is 72 years old and has more than 30 years’ experience in handling antique equipment like Valve Radio, Amps, Reel Tape Recorders and currently studying latest tech-classes conducted by Kerala State Electronics Technicians’ Association. He has done graduation in BBA degree, private diploma in Radio Engineering and retired as MD of a USA company. Presently working as Consultant to Hospital and other institutions.



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14 Comments

  1. Waleed Rishmawi

    April 21, 2023 at 12:25 pm

    Good job on the repair. It is always good and satisfying when helping family members. You sounded too disappointed for not finding any bad capacitors…lol. Have a blessed day my friend

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    • Parasuraman S

      April 21, 2023 at 2:37 pm

      Ha! Ha! Many thanks for your comments and support!

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  2. Albert van Bemmelen

    April 21, 2023 at 12:47 pm

    From the IC(U) at the Hospital to the IC at Home makes no real difference for you! (lol).

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    • Parasuraman S

      April 21, 2023 at 2:38 pm

      Ha! Ha! Enjoyed! Many thanks!

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  3. Yogesh Panchal

    April 21, 2023 at 2:33 pm

    Good Fix Sir,
    What cause IGBT Short?

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    • Parasuraman S

      April 21, 2023 at 2:39 pm

      Perhaps voltage surge! I had no time to investigate as my son was leaving in the next day morning.

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  4. AdamS

    April 21, 2023 at 4:45 pm

    In the same way that a welding machine article is guaranteed to be written by Waleed, we can bet that an article about an induction cooker means wise words from Parasuraman!

    Another excellent repair.

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    • Parasuraman S

      April 21, 2023 at 11:03 pm

      Many thanks for your compliments and encouragement!

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  5. James Anderson Webb

    April 21, 2023 at 9:20 pm

    Thank you sir. I learn something every time I read one of your articles.

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    • Parasuraman S

      April 21, 2023 at 11:03 pm

      Very glad to know that it helps! Many thanks for your comments!

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  6. Paul

    April 21, 2023 at 10:28 pm

    What is the part number of the new replacement IGBT instead of the N1600?

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    • Parasuraman S

      April 22, 2023 at 7:51 am

      I used the same number only. But it is better to use FGA25S as it is better rated and would last longer.

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  7. NATARAJAN

    April 22, 2023 at 10:40 pm

    Sri Parasuraman
    Thanks for sharing . Well said about the repairing process.

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    • Parasuraman S

      April 23, 2023 at 9:06 am

      Many thanks for your comments!

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