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Doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) converters

Superior solutions for doubly-fed induction-generator (DFIG) converter wind turbines

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Overview

In a doubly-fed induction generator converters (DFIG) wind turbine, the stator of the generator is directly connected to the grid. The rotor is connected to the grid through a back-to-back power converter. This speed-adjustable design is typically deployed in the power range between 1.5 MW and 6 MW. In a DFIG converter, only up to one-third of the power flows through the power semiconductors in both directions.

Benefits

  • Speed-adjustable design
  • Power range between 1.5 and 6 MW
  • Optimum performance
  • Low-voltage ride-through capability
  • Helps handle cyclic requirements
  • Shallow output frequency

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About

Infineon IGBTs support optimum performance even at the limits of the operating range. Infineon's high-quality module enables the wind power converter to have a low-voltage ride-through (LVRT) capability as well as help handle demanding cyclic requirements at a shallow output frequency of the generator side.

PrimePACK? 3+ is a state-of-the-art power module package ideally suited for DFIG wind converters. Apart from IGBT5 .XT, we also recommend PrimePACK?, EconoDUAL?, and EconoPACK?+ with IGBT4 chip technology for DFIG wind power converters.

PrimePACK? is the optimal choice for the majority of high-power inverters like wind power units. IGBT5 and .XT are the dawning of a new era in IGBT chip and interconnection technologies. IGBT5 allows higher power density, whereas the new interconnection technology .XT extends lifetime by increased thermal and power cycling capabilities.

EconoDUAL? 3 modules are equipped with IGBT4 technologies for the highest power density and leading-edge power cycling capability. The portfolio supports the complete current ranges from 450 A up to 600 A at 1700 V.

Every switch needs a driver, and the right driver makes a difference. EiceDRIVER? is the name of a family of IGBT drivers consisting of driver boards and driver ICs. 2ED300C17-S is designed for use in industrial applications and 2ED300C17-ST, with a special coating, for use in more demanding applications like wind turbines.

Infineon IGBTs support optimum performance even at the limits of the operating range. Infineon's high-quality module enables the wind power converter to have a low-voltage ride-through (LVRT) capability as well as help handle demanding cyclic requirements at a shallow output frequency of the generator side.

PrimePACK? 3+ is a state-of-the-art power module package ideally suited for DFIG wind converters. Apart from IGBT5 .XT, we also recommend PrimePACK?, EconoDUAL?, and EconoPACK?+ with IGBT4 chip technology for DFIG wind power converters.

PrimePACK? is the optimal choice for the majority of high-power inverters like wind power units. IGBT5 and .XT are the dawning of a new era in IGBT chip and interconnection technologies. IGBT5 allows higher power density, whereas the new interconnection technology .XT extends lifetime by increased thermal and power cycling capabilities.

EconoDUAL? 3 modules are equipped with IGBT4 technologies for the highest power density and leading-edge power cycling capability. The portfolio supports the complete current ranges from 450 A up to 600 A at 1700 V.

Every switch needs a driver, and the right driver makes a difference. EiceDRIVER? is the name of a family of IGBT drivers consisting of driver boards and driver ICs. 2ED300C17-S is designed for use in industrial applications and 2ED300C17-ST, with a special coating, for use in more demanding applications like wind turbines.

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