5SHY42L6500 ABB - Thyristor

Also written as: 5SHY 42L6500

Category: Thyristors / SCRs (Discrete & Press-pack)

Specifications: 6500V, 3800A

5SHY42L6500 ABB Thyristor

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5SHY42L6500 Description

5SHY42L6500 is a 6500 V / 3800 A integrated gate-commutated thyristor (IGCT) from Hitachi Energy (former ABB Semiconductors).

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Summary of Features

  • High snubberless turn-off rating
  • High electromagnetic immunity
  • Simple control interface with status feedback
  • AC or DC supply voltage
  • Option for series connection (contact factory)

Target Applications

ABB 5SHY42L6500 finds applications in various industries and systems where high power switching is required.

Key Specifications

5SHY42L6500 is a 6500 V / 3800 A integrated gate-commutated thyristor (IGCT) from Hitachi Energy (former ABB Semiconductors) - Asymmetric Integrated Gate-. Source: Hitachi Energy (ABB) datasheet and product table.

ParameterValue
ManufacturerHitachi Energy (former ABB Semiconductors)
Product typeIntegrated gate-commutated thyristor (IGCT)
Repetitive peak off-state voltage (VDRM)6500 V
Max. controllable turn-off current (ITGQM)3800 A
DC link voltage VDC4000 V
Average on-state current ITAVM1290 A
Package (mm)85/26
DatasheetAvailable on this page (PDF)

Note: Hitachi Energy writes this part number as "5SHY 42L6500".

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