What is a high-voltage energy storage system?

A high-voltage energy storage system (ESS) offers a short-term alternative to grid power, enabling consumers to avoid expensive peak power charges or supplement inadequate grid power during high-demand periods. These systems address the increasing gap between energy availability and demand due to the expansion of wind and solar energy generation.

Can SiC power modules be used in high-voltage applications?

The two SiC power modules described in this article clearly demonstrate the potential for SiC devices in high-voltage applications, including energy storage, grid-connected power electronics, electric rail, and shipboard power systems.

What is a high-voltage (24 kV) sic IGBT evaluation module?

An evaluation module using high-voltage (24 kV) SiC IGBTs was recently developed under a contract with the U.S. Army Research Lab (Cooperative Agreement Number W911NF-13-2-0023) to meet a specific requirement for an ultra-high voltage module with a compact footprint.

Does a 10 kV SiC MOSFET improve dynamic characteristics?

To demonstrate the high performance packaging design coupled with the superior dynamic characteristics of 10 kV SiC MOSFETs, the improvement in dynamic characteristics for a submodule can be seen in Figure 2, which illustrates the clamped inductive load test results for the module at Ω, 8 kV /28 A.

Why is 6.5 kV+ a good voltage?

The development of power electronic devices with higher operating voltages (6.5 kV+) has enabled more power to be transmitted for a given current and reduced the number of switches required to reach those voltage levels in multi-level converters.

What is a high temperature plastic module housing?

The module housing is molded from a high temperature plastic, which provides protection from higher temperature environments and allows for high-temperature operation. In addition, the high temperature plastic housing was designed to meet UL and IEC creepage (Pollution Degree 2) requirements based on 15 kV operation.