Battery Chargers
ABB's ultra-compact and lightweight battery charger sets a new benchmark in railway applications, combining Silicon Carbide (SiC) technology with unmatched integration flexibility.
Most compact and efficient solution on the market
The product family includes BORDLINE® BC modules and the BORDLINE® BCX assembly, which combines multiple BORDLINE® BC units into a scalable solution.
BORDLINE® BC is SiC-based, off-the-shelf, fully parameterizable, and compatible with any battery technology offering unmatched flexibility for modern rail applications.
BORDLINE® BCX is a configurable assembly designed to host 2 to 4 BORDLINE® BC modules, suitable for both roof-mounted and underframe installations. It features IP65 protection, forced ventilation with optional redundancy, and is engineered for use on any type of railway vehicle.
Key Benefits
SiC Based
Using silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductorsInput voltage range
from 360 Vac to 528 Vdc, from 450 Vdc to 750 VdcSuitable for all railways batteries
24 Vdc, 36 Vdc, 72 Vdc, 110 VdcReliable and redundant
Designed for tough environmentsPowerful
Up to 40 kWScalable
Power through parallel operationReliable
All modules are independent to maximize power availabilityBi-directional
For DC model onlyEfficient
Up to 97%Bi-directional
For DC model onlyEfficient
Up to 97%Eco Friendly
Due to minimal material useCommon Applications
Light Rail Vehicles
ABB’s traction systems for light rail vehicles support the construction of clean, safe railway networks in cities. As your ideal partner, ABB provides complete high-efficient and reliable solutions to power a wide application range for any light rail vehicle and related vehicle concepts, for new vehicles and fleet refurbishment.
Locomotives
ABB works with most of the leading rolling stock manufacturers and offers complete portfolio of traction solutions from a few 100 kW to more than 7 MW and for all types of locomotives (e.g. passenger, freight, shunting), power heads, and distributed propulsion systems. As your traction chain partner, we are driven to supply state-of-the-art traction solutions for your fleet’s optimum overall performance and highest efficiency.
High Speed Trains
ABB supplies complete traction systems that powers many of the world’s high-speed trains including traction converters, traction motors, as well as auxiliary converters that distribute the power to the train’s onboard applications. ABB offers complete solutions for new vehicles and fleet refurbishment that offer the best overall solution and optimization in terms of cost, reliability, weight, size and energy efficiency.
Metros
ABB’s traction systems for Metros support the construction of clean, safe railway networks in cities. As your ideal partner, ABB provides complete high-efficient and reliable solutions to power a wide application range for new vehicles and fleet refurbishment.
Rail Maintenance Vehicle
ABB's comprehensive traction solutions are designed to optimize the performance and efficiency of your specialized vehicles, from passenger and freight locomotives to power heads and distributed propulsion systems. ABB offers a complete portfolio of traction solutions ranging from a few hundred kilowatts to more than 7 megawatts.
Multiple Units Trains
ABB provides complete traction system to power regional, suburban and intercity trains that carry large numbers of passengers under demanding conditions. Vehicle manufacturers and railway operators can rely on ABB traction technology to provide higher reliability and higher energy efficiency, as well as ensuring a punctual and more comfortable ride for the passengers.
Off-highway machinery
ABB’s BORDLINE® BC battery chargers are purpose-built to meet the rigorous demands of heavy-duty off-highway machinery. With advanced charging technology, these systems deliver fast and efficient energy replenishment, minimize environmental impact, and help maximize equipment uptime in harsh construction and mining environments.
Electric buses
ABB’s BORDLINE® BC battery chargers are purpose-built to meet the demanding requirements of electric bus fleets. With advanced charging technology, these systems deliver fast and efficient energy replenishment, minimize environmental impact, and help maximize fleet availability in urban and intercity environments.
Service for Battery Chargers
Service Level Agreement for Traction Systems
Maximize performance and reliability throughout the entire life cycle of your traction solutions with ABB's traction service level agreements.
Retrofit Solutions for Rail Vehicles
ABB’s retrofit solutions enable operators to modernize existing rail vehicles with the latest traction technologies.
Spare Parts
High quality spare parts for reliable operations.
Repairs
Restore your operations quickly.
Technical Support
Fast motors, generators, drives and battery recovery with direct access to ABB’s expertise.
Training
Keep your team’s competence up to date to manage your assets effectively.
Installation and Commissioning
Getting it right from the very start.