January 2020 – Semikron’s 3-Level Topologies for Wind Turbines

Published on: 24/01/2020

Discover how the SEMITRANS 10 MLI module perfectly meets the requirements of wind energy

Engineers are always looking at ways to reduce the cost of energy and increase the output power and new technologies make this possible.

3-Level Topologies for Wind Turbines

In regards to wind turbine developments, one solution is to increase the voltage up to the 10000VAC (1500VDC) low-voltage directive limit, which Semikron’s SEMITRANS 10 MLI, a 3-Level NPC module enables the engineer to do. Using 3-level topologies enables engineers to cut converter losses, cable losses or diameters can be reduced by around 30 percent.

Semikron is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of power modules and systems, primarily in the medium output range (2kW up to 10MW). Semikron’s product range is pioneering modern energy efficient motor drives and industrial automation systems. They also supply semiconductor products for power supplies, renewable energies (wind and solar power) and electric vehicles, including private cars, vans, buses, lorries and forklift trucks.

SEMIKRON’s innovative power electronic Seite 2 von 2 products enable customers to develop smaller, more energy efficient power electronic systems. These systems in turn reduce the global energy demand. Semikron is a family owned business founded in 1951, headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany. Today the company has more than 3,200 employees in 25 subsidiaries worldwide. They have an international network with production sites in Germany, Brazil, China, France, India, Italy, Korea, Slovakia and the US which helps to ensure a fast and comprehensive service for customers.

GD Rectifiers has been an official distributor for Semikron for 55 years, offering customers their extensive range of semiconductor components.

GD Rectifiers prides itself on it’s expert technical support and product knowledge. GD Rectifiers are committed to delivering projects that are cost effective and offer a fast time-to-market. They’re passionate about connecting customers to the right technology, at the right time and at the right price. Working closely with customers to offer design solutions to increase performance, improve longevity, cost efficiency and production lead times. They focus on making the buying process as easy as possible for customers, offering product alternatives, providing value and our engineering expertise.

For further information on Semikron’s product range or to discuss your requirements, please call GD Rectifiers on: 01444 243 452 or email: enquiries@gdrectifiers.co.uk.