1. Product Overview
The ABB 5SHY3545L0010 (3BHB013088R0001, 3BHE009681R0101, GVC750BE101) is a high-power Integrated Gate-Commutated Thyristor (IGCT) module designed for medium-voltage (MV) industrial drives, traction inverters, and power conversion systems. It features a 4500V blocking voltage and 3500A nominal current rating, with the GVC750BE101 integrated gate driver for fast switching (1.5μs turn-on/off) and low on-state voltage drop (2.5V). The module combines high surge current capability (100kA peak), electronic overcurrent protection, and comprehensive diagnostics (temperature/voltage/current monitoring) to ensure reliable operation in harsh industrial environments (-40°C to +85°C). Ideal for oil & gas, petrochemical, mining, and power generation applications, it delivers high efficiency, low switching losses, and robust fault tolerance for 24/7 MV drive systems requiring 3.0MW+ power capacity.
It was replaced by 3BHE023784R0001
Product Number: 3BHB013088R0001
ABB model name: 5SHY 3545L0010
Contents Description: 5SHY 3545L0010; IGCT module
Gross weight :3.736 kilograms
Change product ID (old) : HB013088R0001
Change product ID (new) :3BHE023784R0001
Invoice description: IGCT module
Key Specifications
• Model: 5SHY3545L0010 (Base IGCT) | 3BHB013088R0001 (Ordering Part) | 3BHE009681R0101 (Assembly) | GVC750BE101 (Gate Driver)
• Type: Integrated Gate-Commutated Thyristor (IGCT) Power Module with Integrated Gate Driver
• Voltage Rating: 4500V (Blocking Voltage); 2.5V (On-State Voltage Drop)
• Current Rating: 3500A (Nominal); 0.75A (Max On-State per Channel); 6A (Max per Power Group)
• Switching Performance: 1.5μs Turn-On Time; 1.5μs Turn-Off Time; 1000A Peak Turn-On/Turn-Off Gate Current
• Protection: Electronic Short-Circuit Protection; Overcurrent/Overvoltage Monitoring; Thermal Shutdown
• Gate Driver: GVC750BE101 (Integrated); 24 V DC Supply; 1000A Peak Gate Current
• Environmental: Operating: -40°C to +85°C; Storage: -40°C to +125°C; Humidity: 5–95% (non-condensing)
• Mechanical: 3U Rack-Mount; Dimensions: 222mm × 133mm × 56mm; Weight: 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)
• Certifications: IEC 60747-10, CE, RoHS Compliant
2. Core Features
• Integrated Gate Driver (GVC750BE101): Eliminates external driver complexity; ensures fast, reliable switching with 1000A peak gate current
• High Power Density: 4500V/3500A rating in compact form factor for MV drive systems (3.0MW+ capacity)
• Low Switching Losses: 1.5μs turn-on/off times and 2.5V on-state voltage drop reduce energy waste and heat generation
• Robust Protection: Electronic short-circuit protection; thermal shutdown; overcurrent/overvoltage monitoring for fault containment
• Fast Diagnostics: Real-Time Temperature/Current/Voltage Monitoring; LED Status Indicators (Healthy, Fault, Power)
• Hot-Swappable Design: Module replacement without system shutdown, minimizing maintenance downtime
• Wide Compatibility: Works with ABB Trusted TMR Systems; Ideal for Medium-Voltage Drives, Traction Inverters, Power Conver
sion
3. Typical Applications
• Medium-Voltage Drives: 3.0MW+ Induction Motor Control in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Mining
• Traction Inverters: Railway Locomotives, Electric Vehicles, and Heavy-Duty Transport Systems
• Power Conversion: Renewable Energy (Wind/Solar) Grid Integration; HVDC Transmission Systems
• Industrial Automation: Steel Mill Rolling Mills; Paper Machine Drives; Cement Plant Crushers
• Marine: Offshore Platform MV Drives; FPSO Power Distribution; Ship Propulsion Systems
4. Installation & Maintenance
Installation: Mount in Controller Chassis I/O Slot; Connect Dual Redundant 24 V DC System Power; Wire Field Power to 5 Isolated Power Groups; Connect Output Channels to Solenoids/Relays; Verify LED Status (Green=Healthy, Amber=Channel Fault, Red=Power Group Fault).
Maintenance: Weekly: Inspect LED Indicators; Monthly: Test Short-Circuit Protection and Line Monitoring; Annual: Review Fault Logs, Update Firmware, Simulate TMR Channel Failures to Validate Voting Logic.
Safety Notes: Use External Intrinsic Safety Barriers for Hazardous Areas; Avoid Exceeding 6A per Power Group; Validate TMR Fault Containment After Configuration Changes.
Technical Document | ABB 5SHY3545L0010 | High-Power IGCT Module for Medium-Voltage Industrial Applications
