ABB Launched Infinitus Power Portfolio for AI Data Centers
The new DC power architecture aims to support the surging energy demands of next-generation AI chip infrastructure.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Data Centers
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ABB has introduced the Infinitus direct current (DC) power portfolio, a system designed to handle the massive electricity requirements of emerging AI data centers. The technology utilizes solid-state transformers to deliver energy to racks more efficiently.
Why it matters
The portfolio addresses the urgent need for power scalability as AI hardware evolves from current 200 kW rack requirements to future designs needing 1 MW or more. By improving energy efficiency, the system allows operators to reallocate power to critical IT loads.
The Infinitus architecture employs 800 VDC distribution to minimize conversion steps and heat loss. This approach supports a massive increase in power density for racks housing next-generation AI chips.
The players
ABB
ABB is a global technology company specializing in electrification and automation with a portfolio of over 700 patents in power technology.
The details
The Infinitus platform utilizes solid-state transformer technology to create an integrated source-to-rack DC architecture. This design significantly reduces energy waste, providing a projected efficiency improvement of more than 5% for large-scale data centers.
Timeline
September 21, 2026: ABB launched the Infinitus DC power portfolio.
2028-2029: First DC-native facilities using this technology are expected to be operational.
2030: Global data center electricity consumption is projected to more than double.
The Tech Race
The transition to DC-native power architectures represents a fundamental shift away from traditional AC distribution in data center design. This evolution positions firms like ABB to capture market share as AI infrastructure requirements outpace the capabilities of legacy electrical systems.
Data center operators will likely see improved power density and reduced heat-related energy loss once these systems are fully deployed. This shift could help maintain the performance of high-demand AI services while reducing the overall electrical footprint of facility infrastructure.
The takeaway
The move toward DC-native power systems is becoming essential as AI chip power requirements move toward the 1 MW-per-rack threshold. Facility managers should evaluate their current power distribution architectures to determine if transitioning to high-voltage DC could improve their long-term scalability.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving energy needs of modern infrastructure, visit our Data Centers section.
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