Products Description
ABB 5SXE07-0164 3BHB020538R0001 IGCT Thyristor Power Module in stock
ABB 5SXE07-0164 (3BHB020538R0001) is an integrated gate-commutated thyristor (IGCT) power module, designed for high-power medium voltage drive and power conversion applications. It integrates IGCT chip, diode and gate drive unit into one compact power assembly.



This power device features high switching speed, low on-state loss and strong short-circuit withstand capability. It is widely adopted in ABB medium voltage inverters and static excitation systems, used as critical spare parts for power unit maintenance.
Main Specifications
| No. | Item | Parameter |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brand | ABB |
| 2 | Model | 5SXE07-0164, Order No:3BHB020538R0001 |
| 3 | Module Type | IGCT Integrated Gate Commutated Thyristor Module |
| 4 | Rated Voltage | 4500V |
| 5 | Rated Current | 910A |
| 6 | Cooling Method | Water cooling |
| 7 | Built-in Parts | IGCT chip, freewheeling diode and gate driver unit |
| 8 | Application Platform | ACS5000 / ACS6000 medium voltage drive, UNITROL excitation system |
Core Functions
| No. | Function Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Act as core power switching component for medium voltage power unit, realize high power AC-DC and DC-AC conversion |
| 2 | Integrated gate drive unit receives optical trigger signal and controls the turn-on and turn-off of IGCT chip |
| 3 | Built-in freewheeling diode to handle inductive current and protect power circuit during switching |
| 4 | Support high frequency switching operation with low power loss for large power variable frequency system |
| 5 | Withstand high surge current and short-circuit condition for power electronic system protection |
Application Scenarios
| No. | Application |
|---|---|
| 1 | ABB ACS5000, ACS6000 medium voltage water-cooled variable frequency drive power unit |
| 2 | Power plant UNITROL generator excitation cabinet power conversion unit |
| 3 | Metallurgy, mining large medium voltage motor speed regulation system |
| 4 | Cement, oil & gas high-power fan and pump medium voltage drive equipment |
| 5 | Medium voltage power conversion equipment spare parts replacement and overhaul |
FAQ
| No. | Question & Answer |
|---|---|
| 1 | Q:What is 5SXE07-0164? A:It is ABB IGCT power module with part code 3BHB020538R0001, the core power switch for medium voltage drives and excitation systems. |
| 2 | Q:What cooling mode does this module use? A:It adopts water cooling design, suitable for high power density medium voltage power unit cabinet. |
| 3 | Q:What is the difference between IGCT and IGBT? A:IGCT has higher voltage and current rating, better short-circuit capability, widely used in high-power medium voltage industrial drives and power station excitation equipment. |