Analysis of Influence of Active Power Filter on Distribution System

Due to the increasing degree of automation of the current distribution system, various types of power electronic devices are widely used, which makes the harmonic pollution in the power distribution system very serious. Xichi Power specializes in R&D, production and sales of APF active electronic filters. Over the years, it has actively built itself into a first-rate provider of power quality solutions. According to the extensive experience of Xi Chi Power, it focuses on the distribution system of APF active power filters. The impact of the following analysis.

On the one hand, excessive harmonic currents cause overload of the capacitor, and when the overheating is severe, resonance will burn the capacitor. On the other hand, a large number of harmonics in the system can also cause great harm to the electromechanical equipment. At the same time, it also affects the more sensitive electronic equipment in the production line, causing failure of the control equipment, incorrect programming of logic components, and malfunctions that affect the production process. Harmonic harm to power supply and distribution is mainly manifested in the following aspects:

1) In power transformers and power lines, current harmonics will increase copper losses, voltage harmonics will increase iron losses, and the overall effect is to increase the temperature of the transformer, affect its insulation capability, and cause a decrease in capacity margin. Harmonics can also cause resonances between the transformer windings and the line capacitances, as well as cause core flux saturation or skew, creating noise. Therefore, the proliferation of harmonics will seriously threaten the safe, reliable and stable operation of industrial and mining enterprises' power supply and distribution systems.

2) Motor: The effect of output harmonics on the motor is mainly caused by the additional heat generated by the motor, which leads to an additional temperature rise of the motor. The motor is often derated. Due to the distortion of the output waveform, the repetitive peak voltage of the motor is increased, and the insulation of the motor is affected. Harmonics can also cause motor torque ripple and increase noise.

3) Power capacitor bank: The standard specification of a general capacitor stipulates that its maximum current can only allow 35% overload, but in actual operation, due to the influence of harmonics, a severe overload often occurs. Since the impedance of the capacitor decreases with increasing frequency, the capacitor becomes a sink point when harmonics are generated, causing a large amount of current to flow in, resulting in overheating, increased dielectric stress, and even damage to the power capacitor. When the impedance of the capacitor and the line reach the resonance condition, vibration, short circuit, overcurrent, and noise may occur.

4) Switchgear: Due to the presence of harmonic currents, the switchgear generates a very high di/dt rate of change of current at the instant of starting, resulting in an increase in the peak value of the transient recovery voltage, which will destroy the insulation.

5) Protection of electrical appliances: Harmonic currents are contained in the current and additional torque must be generated to change the operating characteristics of the electrical appliances and thus cause malfunctions.

6) Meters: Meters and other meters, due to harmonics will cause the induction dial to produce additional electromagnetic torque, cause errors, reduce accuracy.

7) Power electronic equipment: In many occasions, electronic equipment often generates harmonic current sources, and it is easy to experience harmonic distortion and malfunction.

Others such as lighting equipment, communication equipment, television and audio equipment, computer equipment, and carrier frequency remote control equipment are all susceptible to harmonic interference and affect their normal operation or reduce their service life.

The XC-APF active filter, with its excellent harmonic filtering characteristics, completely purifies the power grid, greatly improves the quality of power supply, and provides ideal power supply for each load in the distribution network, which can significantly improve the reliability of electrical equipment. Greatly reduce the failure rate of equipment and make the power distribution system more safe and efficient.

Xi'an Xichi Electric Power Technology Co., Ltd. specializes in R&D, production and sales of APF active power filters, SVG static var generators, HPF harmonic protectors and other products, with reliable quality and leading technology.

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