Description
Detailed Parameter Table
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
| Product Model | ABB 5SHY4045L0006 |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Product Category | High-Power IGBT Module (StakPak Platform) |
| Voltage Rating | 4500 V DC |
| Current Rating | 4000 A (continuous @ Tc=85°C) |
| Module Configuration | Dual IGBT with Anti-Parallel Diode |
| Switching Frequency | Up to 500 Hz (optimized for high-power) |
| Thermal Resistance | 0.012 K/W (junction-to-heatsink) |
| Isolation Voltage | 10 kV AC (min) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +125°C (junction) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +125°C |
| Mounting Torque | 10 N·m per clamping unit |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Certifications | UL E360505, DNV-GL, IEC 60747-9 |
ABB 5SHY4045L0006
Product Introduction
The ABB 5SHY4045L0006 represents the pinnacle of ABB’s power semiconductor technology as a 4500V/4000A StakPak IGBT module engineered for ultra-high-power conversion systems. Designed for voltage source converters (VSCs) in HVDC and industrial drive applications, this dual IGBT module integrates matched switching pairs with optimized anti-parallel diodes in a robust press-pack housing. The 5SHY4045L0006 serves as the core switching element in multi-level converter topologies like MMC (Modular Multilevel Converter), enabling efficient power transmission up to gigawatt levels.
Operating within ABB’s StakPak platform, this module features direct-pressure contact technology that eliminates bond wires and solder joints – critical failure points in traditional modules. Its technical positioning targets grid-scale energy transmission and mega-watt industrial drives where reliability and power density are paramount. The ABB 5SHY4045L0006 delivers transformative value by enabling ±800kV HVDC links, wind farm integration systems, and heavy-industry drives with unprecedented efficiency (99.5% typical) and fault tolerance.
Core Advantages and Technical Highlights
The ABB 5SHY4045L0006 redefines high-power switching through groundbreaking innovations:
Ultra-Low Loss Design: Optimized trench-gate field-stop technology reduces Vce(sat) to 1.85V and Eoff by 40% compared to previous generations, cutting converter losses by ≈15% in 3GW HVDC stations.
Inherent Short-Circuit Tolerance: Press-pack construction enables uniform current distribution during faults. Withstands 50kA/10ms short-circuit currents without destructive failure – critical for HVDC grid protection.
Predictable End-of-Life Behavior: Scalable contact pressure maintains thermal interface integrity throughout 30-year design life. Defined degradation mode allows scheduled replacement without unexpected outages.
Direct Liquid Cooling: Double-sided cooling capability through integrated heat spreaders achieves thermal resistance of 0.012 K/W. Supports direct deionized water cooling for 10 MW+ submodules.
Electromagnetic Compatibility: Low-inductance busbar interface (<5nH) suppresses voltage overshoot during turn-off at di/dt >5kA/µs.
Seismic Resilience: Rigorous mechanical design withstands 5g vibration (IEC 60068-2-6) and 100g shock – essential for offshore platforms and mobile mining equipment.
Typical Application Scenarios
The ABB 5SHY4045L0006 enables next-generation power infrastructure:
HVDC Transmission: Forms core switching element in MMC converters for ±800kV projects like Zhangbei Grid (China), transmitting 8GW over 1,100km with 99.5% efficiency.
Wind Power Integration: Powers offshore wind converter platforms (e.g., DolWin3) converting 900MW AC to 320kV DC for land transmission.
Industrial Megadrives: Drives 25MW+ grinding mills in mining with multi-level ANPC converters, achieving 98.7% efficiency at 0.99 power factor.
Grid-Forming Inverters: Provides fault ride-through capability in utility-scale battery storage systems (400MWh+) for grid stabilization.
Electric Arc Furnaces: Controls 150MVA+ thyristor converters for steel production, withstanding 500% overload currents during scrap melting.
In each application, the 5SHY4045L0006 enables power densities >5MW/m³ while reducing system footprint by 40% versus previous technologies.
Related Model Recommendations
ABB 5SNA2400E450300 – 4500V/2400A variant for lower-power MMC submodules.
ABB 5STP26D4500 – Companion clamping diode module for hybrid converters.
ABB 5SGA30D4502 – Gate driver unit optimized for 5SHY4045L0006 switching characteristics.
ABB 5SDF2560H0001 – DC-link capacitor bank for 10MW submodule applications.
ABB 5SXE10-0181 – Fiber-optic interface board for gate control.
Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance Instructions
Installation Preparation: Clean heatsink surface (Ra≤3.2µm). Apply thermal grease (0.05mm layer). Use calibrated torque wrench to apply 10 N·m per clamping unit in cross pattern. Connect gate driver fibers before power connections. Verify creepage >110mm between phases.
Maintenance Suggestions: Monitor junction temperature via NTC sensor (R25=10kΩ±1%). Re-torque clamping units annually (10% loss typical). Perform thermographic scans during outages. Replace after 100,000 thermal cycles or 30 years service. Validate gate driver voltages (±15V±0.5V) biannually.
Service and Guarantee Commitment
ABB warrants the 5SHY4045L0006 for 60 months against manufacturing defects. Our global support includes:
Lifecycle Management: 40-year technical support commitment
Predictive Maintenance: Junction temperature analytics via ABB Ability™ platform
Failure Analysis: Dedicated semiconductor forensics lab
On-Site Expertise: HVDC field engineers within 72 hours
Spare Part Guarantee: 30-year availability with buffer stock
Test Services: Full-power validation at ABB’s Ludvika test facility
Training: Certified Power Semiconductor Installation programs
Extended performance guarantees cover efficiency degradation (<0.5% over 10 years) under defined operating conditions.
