GF, GAF and GA contactors are specifically designed for switching DC circuits up to 1500 V. Thanks to the efficient breaking of DC circuits, the product range is one of the most compact on the market for applications such as PV Solar, EV charging, UPS and Energy storage systems.
What is a high voltage/high power load break bi-directional DC contactor?
Sensata's Robust High Voltage/High Power Load Break Bi-Directional DC Contactor is the ultimate solution for high voltage power conversion equipment OEMs. Designed for photovoltaic/battery inverters, battery pack designers, DC combiner boxes, and HVDC industrial drive systems, our contactor ensures optimal performance and safety.
What is a DC fast charge contactor?
For battery EVs, another pair of DC fast charge contactors is inserted to establish a connection between the traction battery and the DC fast-charge equipment. The DC fast charging is essential for long distance driving and large battery EV fleets.
How does a high voltage contactor work?
As a key safety device in new energy vehicles, a high-voltage contactor needs basic functions that are resistant to high voltage, load, shock, strong arc extinguishing, and breaking capacity. An appropriate current is applied to the coil such as using an IC, such as DRV3946, to ensure proper force to drive the contacts for robust operation.
The traction inverter motor control system must integrate a large bank of filter capacitors, typically called DC link capacitors, which generates a huge inrush current once the main contactors are closed while the capacitors are fully discharged.
What is ABB AF contactor range?
ABBs standard AF contactor range can also be used for switching DC from 850 V DC and below. Product benefits Reliable in all networks. Product features Up to 1050 A, 1500 V DC-PV3 for PV solar power application. Built-in surge suppression. Are you looking for support or purchase information?
What is a pre-charge contactor & a series current limiting resistor?
The pre-charge contactor with a series current-limiting resistor is in parallel with the main positive contactor and used to charge the initially discharged DC link capacitor before closing the main contactors to avoid the high inrush current which might damage the battery, power contactors, and DC link capacitor.