Model: 5SDF1045H0002
Order Code / Part Number: 3BHL000968P3002 (also listed as 3BHL000986P3002 in some catalogs)
Brand: ABB
Series: 5SDF – Fast Recovery Diode (Press-Pack / Disc Type)
Core Function: High-power press-pack fast recovery diode designed for medium-voltage power conversion applications. Provides high current handling, fast recovery characteristics, and robust double-sided cooling for use in industrial drives, HVDC, SVC, and rectifier systems.
HS Code: 8541.30 (Thyristors, diacs and triacs / Semiconductor devices)
Product Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Press-Pack Fast Recovery Diode (Disc Type) |
| Voltage Class | 4500 V (VRRM / blocking voltage) |
| Average On-State Current (IT(AV)) | Approx. 1045 A |
| RMS Current | Typically ~1600–1650 A range |
| Surge Current Capability | High (tens of kA depending on pulse duration) |
| Cooling Method | Double-sided press-pack cooling (requires heatsinks on both sides) |
| Mounting | Press-fit / clamped (no solder, no wire bonds) |
| Housing | Ceramic disc-type (press-pack) |
| Operating Junction Temperature | Typically –40 °C to +125 °C |
| Key Feature | Solder-free and wire-bond-free design for high reliability |
Advantages and Features
- High voltage and high current capability in a compact press-pack package
- Fast recovery characteristics suitable for medium-frequency applications
- Double-sided cooling for excellent thermal performance
- Solder-free / bond-wire-free construction eliminates common failure modes (solder fatigue, wire lift-off)
- High thermal cycling capability and mechanical robustness
- Designed for long-term reliability in demanding power electronics environments
- Compatible with ABB medium-voltage drive and power conversion systems
- Proven technology in industrial and transmission applications
Application Cases in Application Fields
- Medium-voltage AC drives (e.g., ABB ACS 6000 and similar IGCT-based systems)
- High-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems
- Static VAR compensators (SVC) and reactive power compensation
- Industrial high-power rectifiers and converters
- Soft starters and large motor control systems
- Power conversion in metals, mining, and process industries
- Renewable energy and grid-support power electronics
Comparisons with Competing Products
| Aspect | ABB 5SDF1045H0002 | Standard Module Diodes | Press-Pack Thyristors (e.g. 5STP series) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Press-pack disc | Module / stud | Press-pack disc |
| Type | Fast recovery diode | General purpose / fast recovery | Thyristor (SCR) |
| Cooling | Double-sided | Single or double | Double-sided |
| Reliability Focus | High thermal cycling | Standard | High |
| Best For | MV drives, HVDC, SVC | Lower power / standard industrial | Controlled rectification / inverters |
Selection Suggestions and Precautions
Selection Suggestions:
- Confirm the exact voltage class (4500 V) and current rating match the application requirements.
- Ensure proper press-pack clamping force and heatsink surface quality for optimal thermal and electrical contact.
- Verify compatibility with the existing power stack or converter design (especially in ABB medium-voltage systems).
- Check the full order code (3BHL000968P3002 or equivalent) for the correct version.
Precautions:
- Press-pack devices require precise mounting pressure and flat, clean heatsink surfaces.
- Improper clamping can lead to thermal runaway or mechanical failure.
- Follow ABB application notes for cooling, snubber circuits, and gate drive (if applicable in the system).
- Handle with care — ceramic housings can be damaged by impact or uneven pressure.
- Only qualified personnel should install or replace high-power semiconductors.
- Observe all high-voltage safety procedures during installation and maintenance.
Recent Popular Same-Brand / Related Models
- Other 5SDF series fast recovery diodes (different current/voltage ratings)
- 5STP series press-pack thyristors
- 5SNA / 5SNG series IGBT modules
- Related ABB medium-voltage drive power semiconductors (IGCT, diode, thyristor stacks)
- ABB ACS 6000 / ACS 5000 power electronic components
- Clamping systems and heatsinks for press-pack devices
