Chapter 2. Product Overview; General Description; Unit Features - Advanced Energy Thyro-PX User Manual

Product Overview

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Thyro-PX DC is a communication-enabled SCR power controller rectifier in
a 6-pulse (B6C) configuration. Due to its modular design, multiple units can be
combined to create a 12-pulse (B12C) or an 18-pulse (B18C) rectifier system. The
unit can be installed where DC voltages, currents, or power must be controlled
precisely. Several modes of operation and control, good coupling ability to process
and automation technology, high control precision by application of a 32-bit
processor, and simple handling ensure that the Thyro-PX DC power controller is
suitable for high current DC applications.
The Thyro-PX DC power controller is suitable for the following applications:
• Direct supply of resistive loads
• Rectifier systems consisting of up to 3 B6C stacks to create an 18 pulse system
(B18C)
Due to the use of high quality thyristors, the Thyro-PX DC power controller has a
type range of up to 1800 A, and the nominal design loads can reach up to ~1.5 MW at
950 VDC.

UNIT FEATURES

The Thyro-PX DC unit offers several features for improved handling and operation:
• Ease of use
◦ Thyro‑Touch display (optional)
◦ Thyro-Tool Pro computer user interface (optional)
• Wide application range
◦ 184 V to 690 V mains voltage
◦ 3-phase units
◦ Resistive and inductive loads
◦ External 90 VAC to 250 VAC or 24 VDC auxiliary power supply input
• Useful features
◦ Soft start function
◦ Load circuit monitoring
◦ Automatic rotating field recognition
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Thyro‑PX DC Power Controller
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