I. Model Composition (Assembly Matching)

5SHY3545L0016: IGCT power module (welded packaging)

3BHB020720R0002: ModuleBus optical interface board

3BHE019719R0101 / GVC736BE101: Gate drive control board (with dedicated components)

Core Parameters (Typical Values)

Breakdown Voltage: 4500 V (4.5 kV)

Rated On-State Current: 3500 A (water-cooled / specified cooling)

On-State ｄｒｏｐ: 1.5–2.5 V (low loss)

Switching Frequency: ≤1 kHz (mid-frequency optimal, without buffer turn-off)

Maximum Junction Temperature: 125 °C

Operating Temperature: −40 °C ~ +125 °C

Gate Drive: Von = 18 V, Voff = −17 V, Igt = 200 A

Weight / Packaging: Approximately 2.8 kg, welded (no soldering, high reliability)

 Key Features

Core Advantages of IGCT: Integrating GTO's high voltage / large current with IGBT's fast switching; Strong buffer-free turn-off capability, simplifying the system and reducing costs.

Advanced Chip Technology: Buffer layer + anode transparent emitter, low on-state loss, high breakdown voltage, stable switching.

Highly Reliable Integrated Drive: Matching 3BHB/3BHE drive units, optical isolation, strong anti-interference, good consistency.

Wide Temperature and Robust Design: Stable operation from −40 ℃ to +125 ℃, tolerant to high di/dt, du/dt, suitable for harsh conditions.

Typical Applications

Medium-voltage frequency converters (such as ABB ACS6000 series)

High-voltage direct current transmission (HVDC) converter valve

Static var compensator (SVC) / STATCOM

High-power industrial inverters / converters, rolling mills / traction drive

Renewable energy grid connection (wind power / high-power converter for solar power)

 Comparison within the Same Series (Quick Overview) Table

Model Voltage Current Frequency Characteristics

5SHY3545L0016 4.5 kV 3500 A ≤1 kHz Medium frequency general-purpose, high reliability

5SHY3545L0020 4.5 kV 3000 A ≤ a few hundred Hz Low frequency large current, commonly used in HVDC

Asymmetric Integrated Gate Commutated Thyristor

High snubberless turn-off rating

Optimized for medium frequency (<l kHz) andwide temperature range

High reliability

High electromagnetic immunity

Simple control interface with status feedbackAC or DC supply voltage

Contact factory for series connection

Phase S-073N 3BHB009884R0021