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ABB Launched New DC Power Portfolio for Data Centers

The Infinitus direct current system aims to manage surging electricity demands from next-generation AI infrastructure.

Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Data Centers

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ABB has released its Infinitus direct current power portfolio designed to improve energy efficiency in data centers by more than 5 percent. The system is engineered to handle the massive power requirements of upcoming AI chips, which are expected to reach up to 1 MW per rack.

Why it matters

As AI processing demands grow, data centers face the challenge of managing power-density requirements that far exceed current 200 kW limits. The Infinitus portfolio aims to bridge this gap by eliminating inefficient conversion stages common in traditional AC systems.

The Infinitus portfolio supports 800 VDC distribution using solid-state transformers, circuit breakers, and static UPS technologies. It utilizes DC-connected variable-speed drives to reduce infrastructure requirements.

The players

ABB

This global technology company focuses on electrification and automation solutions for industrial, utility, and infrastructure sectors.

NVIDIA

This multinational technology company is a leader in designing graphics processing units and AI computing hardware.

The details

By transitioning to 800 VDC distribution, data centers can reclaim up to 25 MW of power for IT loads in a 500 MW facility. The system integrates DC-native components to streamline the power chain, addressing the scaling needs of next-generation AI hardware.

Timeline

  1. ABB collaborated with NVIDIA on 800 VDC power architectures in October 2025.

  2. Several main portfolio components are scheduled for production within the next 12 months.

  3. The first DC-native data centers are expected to be operational within two to three years.

  4. Industry analysts estimate DC distribution could reach 40 percent market penetration by 2030.

The Tech Race

ABB's move represents a shift away from reliance on the traditional AC-to-DC conversion stage in data centers. This reflects a broader trend toward DC-native infrastructure to keep pace with the massive scaling of AI compute hardware.

This development could eventually lead to more stable and efficient cloud service availability for digital consumers. Developers may see improved infrastructure capacity as data centers adopt these higher-density power architectures.

The takeaway

Direct current distribution is emerging as a critical solution for the massive power density requirements of AI computing. Businesses operating large-scale server infrastructure should monitor these production timelines to future-proof their energy strategies.

Further reading

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More information

For more technical specifications on the new architecture, visit the ABB corporate information portal.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Engineering.

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