Powering Sustainable Transport of Tomorrow

BORDLINE® Compact Converters are integrated traction converters designed for high performance and reliability. They combine propulsion and auxiliary power supply in a single unit, reducing system complexity and saving valuable space. With all power electronics consolidated into one product, the converters ensure efficient operation, easy integration, and a compact design with just one interface to the vehicle.

Field proven traction converters

Flexible engineering based on standardized building blocks.

Proven performance

Trusted ABB technology with global references and decades of field experience.

Lifecycle Efficiency

Designed for long product life, easy integration, and minimal maintenance - delivering optimized total cost of ownership.

Tailored solutions

Flexible solutions covering all supply systems - catenary systems, diesel, ESS or hydrogen - customized to vehicle and power needs.

Common Applications

Our traction converters power a wide range of rail and transport applications – from light rail and metros to high-speed trains, locomotives, and even mining trucks – ensuring efficiency, reliability, and performance across all vehicles.

Light Rail Vehicles

ABB's traction converters ensure smooth and efficient operation in light rail vehicles.

Metros

Compact and robust converters designed for high-frequency urban operations, providing enhanced passenger comfort.

Electrical Multiple Unit Trains

Modular converters available for all mounting locations for EMUs.

Diesel-Electric Multiple Unit Trains

Robust power electronics for hybrid operation, reducing fuel use and emissions.

Locomotives

Highly compact and powerful traction converters designed to handle demanding operations, ensuring high reliability, tractive effort, and performance under all conditions.

Special Vehicles

Custom-engineered converters for maintenance, inspection, and other special rail vehicles, supporting dependable operation and safety-critical performance.

High-speed trains

Advanced traction converter technology for superior acceleration, and precision control - enabling safe, smooth, and quiet high-speed travel.

Mining Dump Trucks

Heavy-duty converters engineered for harsh environments, providing efficient energy use and durability for electric and hybrid mining trucks.

ABB's on-board transportation solutions

From rail to off-highway, our solutions drive performance everywhere. Access ABB's interactive web app to discover the full range of technologies ABB offers. Browse detailed product information, technical specifications, all in one intuitive platform. Click to unlock our portfolio and find the technology that powers your next project.

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