TABLE 1: SEMICONDUCTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR SINGLE-PHASE STICK WELDERS
  Max output current (AAVG) 100 140 160 200
  Arc voltage (VAVG) 27 27 27 28
  Total output power (kW) 2.7 3.8 4.3 5.6
Switch stage Switch current at working
temperature (AAVG)
Full bridge type 6 9 10 13
Dual forward type 13 18 21 27
Input rectifier stage Current and voltage ratings 26 A,
1200 V
36 A,
1200 V
Source: International Rectifier