What is an ABB breaker?

An ABB breaker is a circuit breaker developed by ABB using patented insulated gate-commutated transistor (IGCT) semiconductor technology.

How many operations can ABB's solid-state circuit breaker handle?

ABB’s solid-state concept circuit breaker can achieve millions of operations with complete reliability and near-zero servicing. Traditional mechanical circuit breakers, on the other hand, require regular servicing and have to be replaced after about 10,000 operations.

What replaces the moving parts in ABB's solid-state breaker?

The ABB solid-state breaker concept works by replacing the traditional moving parts of an electro-mechanical circuit breaker with power electronics and advanced software algorithms that control the power and can interrupt extreme currents faster than ever before.

What will the solid-state circuit breaker enhance?

A technological breakthrough by ABB – a solid-state circuit breaker – will enhance performance of renewable energy solutions, industrial battery storage solutions and so-called edge grids.

What is the risk of arc energy exposure with the new ABB breaker?

As there is no energy release when the current is interrupted, there is no risk of arc energy exposure. The new ABB breaker will also improve safety and protection for people and equipment.

What makes ABB unique?

ABB, with a history of innovation spanning over 130 years, stands out as a leader in digital industries. It has four customer-focused, globally leading businesses: Electrification, Industrial Automation, Motion, and Robotics & Discrete Automation, all supported by its common ABB Ability™ digital platform.