Hydrokinetic converters

Hydrokinetic technologies allow to generate electric power using water currents, thus providing renewable energy with zero emissions. Benefit from ABB’s technology and know-how in the field of renewables.

ABB’s power converters allow feeding the energy from hydrokinetic sources, such as tides, waves and rivers, to the grid in an efficient and reliable manner.  

ABB hydrokinetic converters are based on ABB’s platform for frequency converters which have been installed in thousands of applications worldwide. They are designed for reliable operation in the harshest environments.

Key product features

  • Robust and proven design for high reliability and availability
  • Optimized power utilization
  • Fault ride-through and grid code compliance
  • Modular design for easy customization
  • Maximum efficiency and productivity at low operational expenditure

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08/18/2014

MeyGen tidal stream project

ABB has been awarded a contract by Atlantis Resources Limited to provide the onshore grid connection, including converters, for Phase I of the MeyGen tidal stream project in Scotland’s Pentland Firth.

PCS6000 converter

The PCS6000 medium voltage converter has been designed for demanding offshore conditions. With an installation of more than 1 GW of offshore wind turbine converters, it is the ideal solution for tidal turbines.

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