ARCEL - Electronique de puissance https://www.arcel.fr Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:39:12 +0200 Arcel Expands Its International Distribution Network As part of our international growth strategy, we are continuing to expand our network of distribution partners across key high-potential markets. We are currently looking for partners in the following regions: South America, Eastern Europe, Morocco, Israel, India, Vietnam, South Korea, Italy, Spain, and Portugal. A Value Proposition Built on Custom Solutions ARCEL designs and manufactures fully custom power electronics converters for demanding environments. Our solutions are deployed across a wide range of industries, including: Energy (wind, solar, hydroelectric, hydrogen) Maritime Defense and security Heavy industry Scientific research and universities Railway and transportation Aerospace Nuclear Our approach is based on full control of the value chain, from design to final testing. Each solution is developed to precisely meet the technical, electrical, and environmental constraints of our customers. Why Partner with ARCEL? As a partner, your role is to position our solutions with your local customers, leveraging your knowledge of the market. On our side, our technical teams and engineering department handle the entire project: Needs analysis System sizing and design Development and industrialization Testing and validation You focus on customer relationships and business development, while we deliver the technical expertise and execution. Join Our Network We are looking for committed partners who want to promote high value-added technical solutions in their local markets. ]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-become-an-arcel-partner https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-become-an-arcel-partner Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:38:40 +0000 admin 0 Arcel at APEC: Expanding Our Presence… and Joining in 2026! https://apec-conf.org/welcome-to-apec-2026/ APEC has become a key event in North America for power electronics professionals. At the intersection of a high-level technical conference and an industrial exhibition, it provides a unique platform to discover the latest technological advances, share feedback, and engage directly with key players in the industry. Accelerating Our Development in North America As part of its international growth strategy, Arcel continues to expand its presence in the North American market, where the demand for high-performance, custom power conversion solutions is steadily increasing. APEC represents a strategic opportunity for us to strengthen our proximity to local stakeholders, better understand market-specific challenges, and support our customers as closely as possible in their projects. On this occasion, our teams will highlight our ability to design solutions tailored to the most demanding environments, including: High-power rectifiers and excitation systems Custom solutions for critical industrial applications Full control of the value chain, from design to testing See You in One Week Arcel will be present at APEC from March 22 to 26, 2026.]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-apec-applied-power-electronics-conference-2026 https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-apec-applied-power-electronics-conference-2026 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:52:20 +0000 admin 0 Arcel at PCIM Europe: A Long-Standing Presence… and Back in 2026! PCIM Europe is the leading international event dedicated to power electronics, intelligent motion, renewable energy, and energy management. Each year, it brings together key players from across the industry to showcase the latest innovations, exchange on technical challenges, and anticipate future market trends. A Long-Standing Presence For many years, Arcel has been participating in PCIM Europe, a key event for our business and for the entire power electronics ecosystem. The 2025 edition, held from May 6 to 8, 2025, was part of this ongoing commitment, offering a great opportunity to meet partners, customers, and new prospects from around the world. On this occasion, our teams showcased our expertise in custom power conversion solutions, including: High-power rectifiers and excitation systems Tailor-made solutions for demanding industrial applications End-to-end expertise, from design to testing As in previous editions, this participation led to numerous high-quality technical discussions and valuable meetings that continue to generate new opportunities. Back in 2026 Remaining true to this commitment, Arcel will once again be exhibiting at PCIM Europe, from June 9 to 11, 2026, Hall 9 – Booth 516. This new edition will be an opportunity to: Present our latest innovations in power electronics Discuss your projects and technical challenges Explore new collaboration opportunities We look forward to meeting you in Nuremberg! Arcel Sales Team]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-pcim-2026 https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-pcim-2026 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:34:01 +0000 admin 0 After over thirteen years of continuous innovation and the successful launch of the first generation of semiconductor modules integrating silicon carbide (SiC) chips, Mitsubishi reached a new milestone in the summer of 2023. The company unveiled the second generation of its SiC semiconductor module, named the Nx-Type Full-SiC, marking a significant advancement in the field of power electronics. Mitsubishi's work on the Nx-Type Full-SiC module focused on reducing power losses and optimizing the electrode structure. The latter is now equipped with layered electrodes, reducing internal inductance to just 9nH - a significant 47% reduction compared to the previous module. This technological breakthrough eliminates overvoltages and safeguards the entire system while enabling faster switching. As a result, both switching and power losses are also reduced. One of the key features of this second generation is the integration of a low-loss SiC chip, utilizing the junction field-effect transistor (JFET) doping technology. This technique, increasing impurity density in the JFET region, enhances device density. The result is a substantial reduction in power loss, around 72%, making the module significantly more efficient. This decrease in power loss also has a beneficial impact on thermal management, allowing for the use of more compact and lightweight cooling systems.   FOR MORE INFORMATION For any questions, contact ARCEL HERE. Our engineers will be happy to inform you about the Nx-Type Full-SiC module.]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-mitsubishi-nx-type-full-sic https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-mitsubishi-nx-type-full-sic Fri, 02 Feb 2024 12:54:31 +0000 admin 0 ARCEL insulators ensure electrical connection insulation and serve as robust insulating supports. Suitable for industry use, they withstand high voltages and temperatures up to 100°C. Moreover, they comply with stringent quality and safety standards, including EN-45545, UL 94-VO, and REACH/ROHS regulations, thereby ensuring their reliability and conformity.                 Our ARCEL insulator range includes over 280 references, thanks to a wide selection of inserts, male and female in M4, M5, M6, M8, as well as varying body heights from 14 to 21 mm; our insulators are adaptable to a multitude of systems and projects. Our insulators are composed of a fiberglass-reinforced polyester insulating body, as well as precision-machined steel inserts with zinc protection. Additionally, being manufactured using thermoset materials, they exhibit superior mechanical resistance. With 30 years of experience in insulator manufacturing, ARCEL has mastered the entire production chain with its well-established production systems. More than 200,000 pieces are produced annually, ensuring regular supply with short delivery times.   FOR MORE INFORMATION For any questions, contact ARCEL HERE. Our engineers will be happy to inform you about the electrical insulators.]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-arcel-electrical-insulators https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-arcel-electrical-insulators Fri, 02 Feb 2024 10:51:22 +0000 admin 0 At ARCEL, our commitment to eco-responsible innovation is deeply rooted in our DNA. Our mission is to meet all energy conversion needs, especially in the field of clean energy production and storage systems such as hydrogen. This approach aligns with our vision to contribute to a greener future through our solutions. Participating in the Hyvolution trade show every year is a natural choice for us. This event provides our Research and Development (R&D) center with invaluable insights, enhances our skills, and improves our services. Once again this year, we take pride in our presence. We eagerly look forward to showcasing our innovative products dedicated to hydrogen electrolysis. We will be available to discuss potential partnerships or projects and to answer any questions you may have. Visit our booth R46 in Hall 4. We will be delighted to welcome you and engage in meaningful discussions]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-hyvolution-2024 https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-hyvolution-2024 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:32:17 +0000 admin 0 The ongoing climate change necessitates studies, research, and products tailored to renewable energy production. All these steps are particularly undertaken by the power electronics sector, which is the driving force behind energy manufacturing. The segment of energy production through hydrogen requires, first and foremost, the knowledge and expertise of power electronics specialists for the production phase (electrolysis) and subsequently for hydrogen storage, to be used as an energy source (fuel cells). These power electronics stakeholders face various challenges. They need to offer high-power installations while maximizing efficiency and managing grid pollution issues to enhance system integration. ARCEL contributes to this environmental fight on its own scale by offering converters suitable for hydrogen production systems. We provide thyristor rectifiers, diode rectifiers with variable transformers, 100% IGBT rectifiers (Active Front End), as well as mixed solutions of diode rectifiers and IGBT choppers.   Here is below a summary table of major datas based on power conversion topologies designed for hydrogen: FOR MORE INFORMATION For any questions, contact ARCEL HERE. Our engineers will be happy to inform you about the hydrogen conversion modules.]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-our-converters-for-hydrogen https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-our-converters-for-hydrogen Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:32:21 +0000 admin 0 Power electronics plays a crucial role in the development of sustainable energy solutions, and hydrogen electrolysis is a major example of this. With over 50 years of experience in the field of power electronics, ARCEL is committed to staying at the forefront of the latest technological advancements to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Optimizing hydrogen electrolysis will be the key to achieving future ecological goals for clean energy production. Hydrogen electrolysis is a key process for producing clean and renewable hydrogen from water. Power electronics plays a vital role by providing reliable and efficient electrical power. At ARCEL, we specialize in developing solutions tailored to hydrogen electrolysis, with our specific rectifiers that uphold essential values of performance and safety. We implement cutting-edge power rectifier technologies, including components such as Isolated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs), to ensure an economical and high-performance solution. Our sales engineers and technical teams undergo continuous training on the latest advancements in semiconductors, drivers, and other essential components of power converters. With this expertise, we can advise and support our clients in making informed technological choices, considering performance, market trends, and obsolescence. ARCEL has also established a strong network through close collaboration with leading research institutions such as universities, laboratories, and R&D centers. These collaborations enable us to stay at the forefront of emerging technologies, anticipating their arrival in the industrial world. We work hand in hand with these partners to gain in-depth expertise on developing technologies, allowing us to design innovative solutions tailored to future challenges. Our foremost commitment is to incorporate the most advanced technologies into our hydrogen electrolysis system designs. By anticipating future challenges and requirements, we ensure that our clients benefit from optimized and sustainable solutions. Leveraging our deep knowledge of technological advancements and our ability to rapidly implement them, we are able to offer highly efficient, reliable, and customized power converters tailored to your specific hydrogen electrolysis needs. Together, we will contribute to shaping a sustainable energy future. FOR MORE INFORMATION For any questions, contact ARCEL HERE. Our engineers will be happy to inform you about the hydrogen conversion modules.]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-power-electronics-serving-hydrogen https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-power-electronics-serving-hydrogen Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:03:37 +0000 admin 0 ARCEL design and manufacture high power multi-level inverters for more than 15 years, especially for navy motor drives. Multi-level technolgy allow to work at higher input voltage, using standard IGBT or SiC semiconductors. Most common 3 level topologies of inverter are : NPC – Nentral Point Clamped (left schematic) ANPC – Active Nentral Point Clamped (right schematic) Despite IGBT are already available at high voltage level (typically for railway), these products remains very expensive which make them incompatible with an industrial application. Nowadays energy efficiency is an essential criteria for any power electronics application. Multi-level topologies have a much better efficiency all over the current range, in particular at low current level compared to standard inverter configuration. Multi-level inverter have been initially used for specific applications, but we see a trend opening this configuration to much wider applications like industry and energy storage. Applications : Motor drive Energy storage (BESS) Renewable energy production Hydrogen electrolysis A project, want to explore an idea ? Contac us here]]> https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-multi-level-inverter https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-multi-level-inverter Sun, 29 Jan 2023 15:10:57 +0000 admin 0 https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-modular-power-converter-brick https://www.arcel.fr/en/blog/p-modular-power-converter-brick Wed, 25 Jan 2023 18:37:56 +0000 admin 0