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| Specification | Detail (approximate/public-listing) |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 5SHY3545L0016 |
| Alternate/Related Board | 3BHB020720R0002 / 3BHE019719R0101 (GVC736BE101) |
| Device Type | IGCT (Integrated Gate Commutated Thyristor) Module |
| Primary Function | Switching high currents / high voltages in power converters/drives |
| Application Domain | Motor drives, HVDC, SVC, converter systems |
| Rated Current / Voltage | Listings vary; example spec shows Rated Current ~4000 A, Rated Voltage ~45 kV (source vendor listing) |
| Operating Temperature Range | e.g., –40 °C to +85 °C in one vendor listing |
| Cooling Method | Heat-sink or press-pack assembly, likely water or forced cooling in heavy systems |
| Warranty | Standard ~12 months (365 days) from authorised distributor |
| Compatibility | ABB power electronics / converter stacks that use IGCT modules |
Product Role & System Fit
The 5SHY3545L0016 module is not a controller, sensor or simple I/O board; it is the power-semiconductor device responsible for large current switching or blocking in a power conversion chain. In a system architecture, you would typically find:
- A control logic layer (PLC/DCS/drive controller) commanding the converter.
- A gate-drive and monitoring subsystem that interfaces with the semiconductor module.
- The IGCT module (such as 5SHY3545L0016) itself, forming the heart of the converter switching leg, handling large currents and high voltages, and often integrated into press-pack stacks or modular assemblies.
- Cooling, protection, and mechanical mounting systems around the module.
From a system fit standpoint, you must verify that the module’s mechanical, thermal, electrical, and gate-drive interface match the existing assembly or your design. Listings indicate that the 5SHY3545L0016 aligns with ABB type designation “GVC736BE101” and board reference 3BHB020720R0002 / 3BHE019719R0101.
In practical terms: when replacing a module in a drive stack, you’d check the pressure on the press-pack assembly (if used), the cooling interface (water or heat-sink), gate-drive cable routing, mounting torque and compatibility of monitoring/feedback circuits. Using the exact model increases the chance of drop-in replacement with minimal re-engineering.
Technical Features & Benefits
Delving into the technical merits of the 5SHY3545L0016, several benefits stand out. One vendor describes the module as having “fast switching speeds, high current capacity and excellent voltage resistance”.
Another description highlights that “for most electrical parameters, the BCT data of 5SHY3545L0016 … is consistent with the standard PCT range, enabling use of the same gate driver unit …” This means the module benefits from established driver technology, reducing integration risk.
In terms of reliability: IGCT technology combines strengths of IGBT (fast switching) and thyristor (high current capability), so the 5SHY3545L0016 offers robust performance under demanding conditions. According to one listing, the module is designed for “wide temperature range, high reliability, high electromagnetic immunity”.
Concrete benefits to you as an automation engineer:
- Lower downtime risk: Proven module from ABB means replacement and supply chain integrity, fewer surprises in operation.
- Performance: Capable of high current/high voltage switching helps a converter or drive meet demanding load profiles without being the limiting component.
- Easier integration: Because the module aligns with ABB’s architecture and gate-drive patterns, integration into existing systems (or future expansions) is simplified.
- Life-cycle value: A module like 5SHY3545L0016 with robust thermal and switching design means less frequent replacements and maintenance, saving overall lifecycle cost.
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