High Power Rectifiers for Hydrogen Production

ABB has supplied more than 750 rectifier projects for chemical plants since 1958 – a successful track record for our clients to benefit from as they scale up their H₂ production.

ABB’s High Power Rectifier portfolio is well suited for any scale of production. We have the production facilities as well as personal and financial resources to support projects of any size and complexity.

ABB’s custom design approach ensures an optimum balance of OPEX and CAPEX for our clients. We can provide best in class efficiency and operational flexibility to suit the needs of H₂ production, where costs are highly sensitive to electricity prices and availability.

ABB does not compromise on safety. ABB has extensive experience with hazardous environments, safe low-maintenance solutions and can support in addressing all related risks. In addition, high reliability and robustness of our systems prevent outages and maximize process availability.

ABB High Power Rectifier solutions supply DC power to processes, providing up to 2000 V and 220 kA per unit. Modular systems of multiple rectifier units enable ultra high current scaling and allow a customized design that perfectly meets any customer needs.

• Small & optimized footprint for your site
• High reliability for your process
• Increased safety and low maintenance needs

ABB offers 50+ years of experience in static and dynamic compensation solutions. We ensure power quality on the grid and process side, and have experience with even the most volatile electric behavior.

• Active and passive power quality solutions combined in a suitable solution for your process
• Protect your equipment from damage due to voltage fluctuations, flicker and harmonics
• Achieve compliance with grid codes and local regulations

ABB’s specialized power electronics controls react rapidly to dynamic and unpredictable behavior under the toughest conditions.

• Broad compatibility with input and output signals to integrate into your plant
• Ultra-fast control to manage unpredictable behavior
• Proven reliability even under the harshest operating conditions

ABB does not compromise on safety. We have extensive experience with hazardous environments, dedicated low-maintenance solutions and support in addressing all related risks.

• Specialized equipment to minimize the need for operating personal in the field
• Security assessments to identify risks in the early stages
• Definition of mitigation actions to ensure the safety of your equipment and personnel

ABB possesses decades of knowledge on plant electrification and electrochemical processes to support your project.

• Studies on static and dynamic electromagnetic parameters to proactively prevent problems
• Complete system studies and simulations, including DLL control models, PSCAD, PSS/E, etc.
• Integration with intermittent renewable energy resources

ABB is a world leader in digital solutions and cyber security in industrial environments. With ABB Ability™ we have established a solid platform to provide offerings tailored to our customers’ requirements.

• Remote monitoring and diagnostics to warn about abnormal behavior at an early stage
• Cyber security by design to keep your data and processes safe from criminal attacks
• Continuous upgrades and development of our digital portfolio, in response to your feedback

ABB rectifier systems are designed for a service life of 25 years or more. One of our key objectives is to maximize your production by maximizing your plant’s operating time.

• Remote assistance for immediate support wherever you are located
• A global footprint and local service networks to ensure rapid problem solving
• Customized life-cycle plans, to extend plant lifetime and maximize the profit on your investment

ABB is active in almost all process industries, allowing us to bring in-depth domain expertise and understanding to many downstream processes. Our automation and electrification portfolio is available across the whole hydrogen value chain:
Hydrogen – the key to a low-carbon future – Energy Industries | ABB