Description
The ABB 5SHY3545L0003 is a high-performance press-pack IGCT (Integrated Gate-Commutated Thyristor) power stack engineered for medium-voltage drive systems requiring robust 4.5kV operation. Designed as a core component of ABB’s ACS 5000 and ACS 6000 industrial drive platforms, this semiconductor solution delivers 3,200A continuous current handling with exceptional surge withstand capability (70kA). The 5SHY3545L0003 features advanced pressure-contact technology that eliminates solder joints and wire bonds – critical for reliability in high-cycling applications like steel rolling mills and mine hoists. Its copper-molybdenum composite electrodes enable efficient double-sided liquid cooling, maintaining thermal stability during 200% overload transients.
Optimized for three-level ANPC converters, the ABB 5SHY3545L0003 achieves ultra-low conduction losses (1.42V @ 3.2kA) and fast switching capability (<4.3 μs turn-off time). The hermetic ceramic-metal housing provides IP00-level environmental isolation when installed, while integrated fiber-optic sensors enable real-time junction temperature monitoring. Compatible with ABB’s 3BHE series gate drivers, this power stack reduces system complexity in demanding industrial environments where operational continuity is paramount.

ABB 5SHY3545L0003
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
| Product Model | 5SHY3545L0003 |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Product Type | Press-Pack IGCT Power Stack |
| Blocking Voltage | 4.5 kV (Asymmetric) |
| Nominal Current | 3,200 A RMS |
| Max Surge Current | 70 kA (1 ms half-sine) |
| Switching Frequency | 720 Hz (Maximum) |
| Turn-off Time | <4.3 μs |
| Thermal Resistance | 0.014 K/W (Junction-to-coolant) |
| Cooling Requirement | Direct Water: 10 L/min @ ΔT=35K |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +125°C (Junction) |
| Mounting Pressure | 38 kN ±5% |
| Isolation Voltage | 12 kV AC (1 min) |
| Weight | 8.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 205 × 142 × 52 mm (W × H × D) |
| Short-Circuit Withstand | 15 μs |
Main Features and Advantages
Optimized Power Density: Asymmetric electrode design enables 12% higher current density than conventional stacks, supporting continuous 3.2kA operation without derating at 60°C coolant temperature.
Intelligent Thermal Control: Three embedded fiber-optic sensors provide real-time junction temperature mapping (±2°C accuracy), enabling adaptive switching through gate driver communication.
Fault-Resilient Architecture: Symmetrical press-pack structure ensures current balancing during asymmetrical faults. Integrated dV/dt control limits voltage spikes to <1.7 kV/μs during turn-off.
Maintenance Optimization: Front-accessible optical ports and slide-in mounting enable stack replacement in <12 minutes. Automatic pressure compensation maintains optimal contact force throughout thermal cycles.
Environmental Certification: Complies with IEC 60068-2-6 vibration (7g @ 10-500Hz) and IEC 60068-2-27 shock (75g, 6ms). Halogen-free materials meet RoHS 3 directives.
Application Field
The ABB 5SHY3545L0003 excels in high-power industrial conversion:
Metals Industry:
20MW+ hot strip mill finishing stands
Plate mill edger drives
Continuous annealing line tension controls
Mining & Minerals:
4,000kW hoist drives in deep-shaft mines
High-torque ball mill synchronous drives
Overland conveyor systems (8km+)
Energy Infrastructure:
Gas compressor drives for pipeline stations
Boiler feed pumps in thermal power plants
40MVAR STATCOM systems
Marine & Heavy Transport:
Cruise ship propulsion motor drives
Port container crane trolley systems
Electric ferry fast-charging stations

ABB 5SHY3545L0003
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