{"product_id":"abb-ac10272001r0101-5sxe10-0181-5shy55l4520-igct-power-module","title":"ABB AC10272001R0101\/5SXE10-0181\/5SHY55L4520 IGCT Power Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC10272001R0101\/5SXE10-0181\/5SHY55L4520 \u003c\/strong\u003eis a valve-level power switching solution developed by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eABB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor extreme high-power conversion environments.\u003cbr\u003eIt integrates a press-pack asymmetric IGCT with its dedicated high-voltage gate drive unit, forming a precisely matched switching set for multi-megawatt converters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis assembly is engineered for applications where switching accuracy, thermal robustness, and electrical isolation are critical system requirements rather than optional features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete module identified by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC10272001R0101\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecombines the following ABB components:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5SHY55L4520\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh-power asymmetric IGCT semiconductor optimized for low on-state losses and fast turn-off behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5SXE10-0181\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFiber-optic controlled gate driver unit providing high peak gate current, protection supervision, and galvanic isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these elements operate as a single functional switching device within converter valves, MMC submodules, or high-voltage inverter stacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Electrical Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevice technology: Asymmetric IGCT (press-pack)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoltage class: 4.5 kV IGCT platform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely high surge and continuous current capability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast commutation enabling low switching and conduction losses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical fiber triggering for immunity to EMI and ground potential differences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for series-connected operation in multi-kV converter valves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGate Drive and Protection Functions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5SXE10-0181\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egate unit is designed specifically for large-signal IGCT control:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh peak gate current for reliable hard turn-off\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical gate drive range: ±15 V to ±20 V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation delay typically below 200 ns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiming jitter maintained well below 50 ns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated protections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesaturation and short-circuit detection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder-voltage lockout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThermal monitoring feedback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsulation strength suitable for ≥10 kV environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal and Environmental Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJunction temperature operating range: −40 °C to +125 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptimized for both forced-air and liquid-cooled converter designs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePress-pack structure ensures uniform pressure and excellent thermal contact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for long service life under cyclic thermal and electrical stress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnvironmental classification aligned with IEC 60721-3-3 Class 3M3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIGCT package: Large-diameter press-pack device, typically 180–200 mm class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGate unit format: Compact module, suitable for direct mounting near the IGCT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtection class: IP20 component level, intended for installation inside protected cabinets or valve housings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for easy integration into existing ABB converter valve platforms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Application Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis IGCT and gate-unit assembly is deployed in systems where conventional IGBTs or thyristors cannot meet performance or reliability targets, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHVDC converter valves (classic and modular architectures)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTATCOM and SVC FACTS installations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium- and high-voltage variable-speed drives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge industrial rectifiers and inverters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraction power converters and heavy-duty propulsion systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel, mining, marine, and utility-scale power conversion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparison with IGBT-Based Solutions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with high-power IGBT modules, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5SHY55L4520\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIGCT platform offers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignificantly lower conduction losses at very high current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuperior short-circuit robustness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduced system complexity in ultra-high-power ranges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLonger operational lifetime in harsh duty cycles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is AC10272001R0101 a standalone part number?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is an ABB internal assembly identifier representing the matched IGCT\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5SHY55L4520\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith the gate driver\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5SXE10-0181\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this module be used in MMC systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. It is well-suited for MMC and other multi-level topologies requiring series-connected high-voltage devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the gate unit support fiber-optic control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Optical triggering is standard, ensuring high noise immunity and safe operation in high-potential environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is liquid cooling mandatory?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Both forced-air and liquid-cooled designs are supported, depending on system power density.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42968179834970,"sku":"AC10272001R0101\/5SXE10-0181\/5SHY55L4520","price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/AC10272001R01015SXE10-01815SHY55L45001.jpg?v=1771989340","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/fr\/products\/abb-ac10272001r0101-5sxe10-0181-5shy55l4520-igct-power-module","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}