BC Series

Flexible battery charger for any kind of railways application.

BORDLINE® BC

Delivered as a fully independent module, BORDLINE® BC can be embedded directly into the vehicle or seamlessly integrated within auxiliary or traction converters.

Despite its minimal footprint, it offers full customization and delivers high-performance charging capabilities making it the smallest and lightest railway-grade charger available today.

Key Features

Available Power Sizes From 6,3 kW to 40 kW

Thanks to parallel operation

Up to 97% efficiency

Thanks to SiC semiconductors

Cooling Forced air

With integrated temperature controlled fans

Product Benefits

Scalable

Up to 4 Bordline(R) BC modules in parallel (up to 40 kW)

Durable

+25 years life time

Off the shelf

It comes with all the necessary documentation, validation tests and user manuals

Easy to control

it is plenty of parametric functions that can be reconfigured for several operating modes

Easy maintenance

Detect and replace faulty module in less than a minute

Control and monitoring

DSP based, with CANOpen, CAN J1939 or Ethernet TRDP interface

Suitable 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.

Electric Multiple Unit and Battery Electric Multiple Unit 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.

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 Manintenance 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.

Dump Truck

ABB’s BORDLINE® BC solutions are engineered to handle the demanding requirements of large-capacity dump trucks in mining and construction operations. With robust power conversion technology, these systems ensure reliable performance, reduce environmental impact, and optimize energy efficiency. Designed for extreme conditions, they help maximize uptime and productivity in the toughest hauling environments.

e-Bus

ABB’s BORDLINE® BC battery chargers are purpose-built to meet the demanding requirements of electric bus fleets. With advanced charging technology, they ensure fast, efficient energy replenishment, extend battery life, and support reliable operation in urban and intercity environments.

Excavator

ABB’s BORDLINE® BC battery chargers are purpose-built to support the demanding energy needs of electric excavators in construction and mining environments. With advanced charging technology, they deliver fast and efficient energy replenishment, extend battery life, and ensure reliable operation in harsh conditions. Designed for durability and sustainability, these chargers help reduce emissions and maximize machine uptime.

Wheel Loaders

ABB’s BORDLINE® BC battery chargers are designed to meet the demanding energy requirements of electric wheel loaders operating in construction and mining environments. With advanced charging technology, they provide fast and efficient energy replenishment, extend battery life, and ensure reliable performance in harsh conditions. Built for durability and sustainability, these chargers help reduce emissions and maximize machine uptime.

Forklifts

ABB’s BORDLINE® BC battery chargers are designed to meet the energy demands of electric forklifts operating in warehouses and industrial environments. With advanced charging technology, they deliver fast and efficient energy replenishment, extend battery life, and ensure reliable performance for continuous material handling operations. Built for durability and sustainability, these chargers help reduce emissions and maximize equipment availability.

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