Automatic & Filtered Automatic Power Factor Correction Units

Designers and Manufacturers of Power Factor Correction Equipment and Harmonic Filters

1016 34 AV SE Calgary, AB T2G 1V4 Canada Tel: 403 287 2200 1 800 404 9114 Fax: 403 287 3808 contact@electrotekltd. com www.electrotekltd.com

Electrotek Ltd. Automatic and Filtered Automatic Power Factor Correction Units (APFCU / FAPFCU) are custom designed and manufactured to meet the specific needs of the customers electrical distribution. An APFCU / FAPFCU is the most accurate way to correct a systems power factor. They are ideal for distributions which have a fluctuating load, and distributions with numerous motors. An APFCU / FAPFCU is a centralized system solution, eliminating individual motor capacitors scattered throughout a facility, and their associated costly maintenance. How does an APFCU / FAPFCU work? An APFCU / FAPFCU works by constantly monitoring the load on a facility and connecting or disconnecting capacitive kVAr in order to maintain a preset target power factor. The kVAr within an APFCU / FAPFCU is divided into groups, which are called steps. Each step includes capacitors, a contactor, HRC fuses, an inrush current limiter (in APFCUs) or a filtering reactor (in FAPFCUs). The brain of an APFCU / FAPFCU is the controller. It receives the plant load information from a current transformer which is located on the main busbar, determines if any changes are required to maintain the target power factor, then adjusts the number of steps connected accordingly. General Design Information As a standard, Electrotek Ltd. APFCU / FAPFCUs are housed in NEMA 1 enclosures, with other ratings available upon request. Enclosures for Electrotek Ltd. APFCU / FAPFCUs are modular in design, which simplifies any future expansions to our equipment. If our standard enclosures are not suitable for a particular application, Electrotek Ltd. will design custom enclosures. Capacitors - Low Voltage Applications For low voltage applications, Electrotek Ltd. offers both oil impregnated and dry type capacitors, complete with discharge resistors. Both lines are manufactured by Vishay (Roederstein), in Germany. Oil Impregnated Ro series capacitor - this capacitor is mineral oil impregnated under vacuum in a seamless tubular can. These capacitors are available in voltage ratings of 525, 690 or 999, for use on 208, 480 or 600 volt distributions. This provides additional over voltage and over current protection, and makes them suitable for harmonic contaminated networks. This means an increased life expectancy. Rg series capacitor - this capacitor is impregnated with an inert gas under vacuum in a seamless tubular can. These capacitors are available in voltage ratings of 240, 525 or 690, for use on 208, 480 or 600 volt distributions. This provides additional over voltage and over current protection, and makes them suitable for harmonic contaminated networks. This means an increased life expectancy.

Dry Type

Both the Ro and Rg series capacitors are self-healing, self-disconnecting, true 3 phase capacitors, complete with an over-pressure tear-off fuse. This means all 3 phases will disconnect safely in the case of a failure. Disconnection will result in a slight bulge to the top of the capacitor, making it obvious which capacitor is no longer in working order. The over-pressure tear-off fuse also acts as an internal fuse, providing fuse protection to 10kA. Using HRC fusing on each step eliminates the need for individual external HRC capacitor fuses. The watt losses of the Ro and Rg series capacitors are very low: less than 0.25 watts per kVAr. Capacitors - Medium / High Voltage Applications Electrotek Ltd. also carries capacitors for applications over 1000 volts, manufactured by Vishay (Roederstein), in Germany. The options available with the R series capacitor are almost endless; single phase or three phase, with internal fusing or without internal fusing, indoor or outdoor rated, air cooled or water cooled. Although standard 4160 volt capacitors are stocked in Calgary, almost everything over 1000 volts is a custom order.

Inrush Current Limiters Surge Suppression - Each step of capacitors has either an in-line choke coil (for low and medium / high voltage applications) or a pre-charge coil (for low voltage applications only) which limits inrush currents and over voltages caused by the switching of capacitors. This increases the life of the step components and prevents voltage spikes from affecting other equipment connected to the same distribution system. Inrush current limiters and pre-charge coils are substituted with reactors in filtered units. In all Electrotek Ltd. APFCUs, inrush current limiters are included for each step. Although they are a simple device, they are an invaluable part of our package. Acting as a choke with an inductance of 6-8 mH, they significantly reduce the inrush current a capacitor would draw during switching. Filtering Reactors Electrotek Ltd. filtering (detuning, tuning) reactors are designed specifically for each application, ensuring every customers FAPFCU is doing the best possible job reducing system harmonics for their application. FAPFCUs can be designed and manufactured to target up to seven different tuning frequencies. In addition to the reactors being designed to protect the capacitors (and the rest of the facility), we can design to reduce harmonic distortion to meet utility or IEEE-519 guidelines. Electrotek Ltd. provides high quality, low loss iron core reactors with taps for easy on site adjustments of filter tuning frequencies. This makes the FAPFCU flexible for future load considerations, since it can be used with many different harmonic load conditions. Thermostats provide alarms and trip the associated filter step in order to avoid damage due to prolonged over current and over temperature conditions. All reactors are sized to match the maximum continuous current overload ratings of the capacitors. Contactors As a standard, Electrotek Ltd. uses IEC rated contactors suitable for capacitor switching (not all contactors are suitable for capacitor switching). In our FAPFCUs, Electrotek Ltd. sizes the contactors to match the maximum rms current of the capacitors. This means contactors may be sized larger in our FAPFCUs than what they would be for an identical step size in our APFCUs, since higher currents and voltages are expected due to harmonic absorption by the filter. SCR Switches For applications requiring high speed switching of capacitors (filtered or unfiltered) Electrotek Ltd. uses SCR switching modules suitable for an infinite amount of switching operations. SCR switching modules are used with a special controller which is designed to switch the capacitors on and off at zero crossing of the current sine wave for a completely transient free system. For more details on high speed designs see our Real Time Power Factor equipment brochure. Fusing As a standard, all Electrotek Ltd. APFCU / FAPFCUs are supplied with HRC fusing for each step (3 per contactor). Blown fuse indication and touch safe designs are available upon request. Disconnecting Means As a standard, the disconnecting means for Electrotek Ltd. APFCU / FAPFCUs are supplied by others and are not housed inside our enclosure. However, upon request we will include the disconnecting means in our enclosure. Estamat PFC Digital Microprocessor Controller The Estamat PFC digital microprocessor controller is manufactured by Vishay (Roederstein), in Germany, exclusively for the purpose of controlling APFCU / FAPFCUs. The Estamat controller automatically adjusts the amount of capacitance energized based on continuous measurements of the reactive power of the system. It will maintain a power factor within 1% of the target power factor. In automatic startup mode, the controller will program itself, allowing unassisted startup. The Estamat controller displays the individual harmonic current distortion on the main bus bar up to the 17th harmonic. It also has provisions for communications and full remote control via RS232 or RS485 Modbus RTU.

Switching Options with the Estamat PFC Digital Microprocessor Controller The Estamat controller is a 12 step controller with settings for linear or circular switching, as well as single or double step switching. When each step of an APFCU / FAPFCU is equal in kVAr, the unit is described as being single step switched. For example; a 100 kVAr unit could be designed with 5*20 kVAr steps. With each step being the same size, this switching style also incorporates circular switching. This means the first step energized is the first step deenergized. This switching method results in an extended life for all mechanical and electrical components, since there is even wear on all the capacitor steps. When the steps of an APFCU / FAPFCU are not equal in kVAr, the unit is described as being double step switched. These units are designed with steps sized as multiples of one another. For example; a 100 kVAr unit could be designed with 1*20 kVAr and 2*40 kVAr steps. This is a 1:2:2 switching ratio; the unit would have 3 steps, but 5 switching increments, as it can still achieve 20, 40, 60, 80 or 100 kVAr online. This unit can also incorporate circular switching with the steps of equal kVAr size. Double step switching is particularly economical in applications where a small step size is required due to small load changes, but the total kVAr size of the bank is relatively large. Examples of these two switching options are illustrated below, in Table 1. kVAr required 0 kVAr Single Step Switched Unit, steps on line Double Step Switched Unit, steps on line
Table 1

20 kVAr 1*20 1*20

40 kVAr 2*20 1*40

60 kVAr 3*20 1*20 and 1*40

80 kVAr 4*20 2*40

100 kVAr 5*20 1*20 and 2*40

no steps no steps

In Table 1, as the load increases and the kVAr requirements slowly change from 0 kVAr to 100 kVAr, the contactors in the single step switched unit would operate a total of 5 times. The contactors in the double step switched unit would have operated 7 times. However, if the load increases and the kVAr requirements quickly change from 0 kVAr to 100 kVAr, the contactors in the single step switched unit will still operate 5 times, but the contactors in the double step switched unit will only operate 3 times. Since the 20 kVAr step in the double step switched unit operates in a linear mode, this 20 kVAr step would require a new contactor approximately 33% sooner than the circularly switched 40 kVAr steps in the same APFCU / FAPFCU. With the double step switched unit having only 3 steps, rather than 5 in the single step switched unit, it has fewer contactors, fuses, fuse holders, inrush current limiters or filtering reactors, and possibly a smaller enclosure; resulting in a lower initial cost but could require maintenance more often. If you think an Electrotek Ltd. APFCU / FAPFCU may benefit your facility, please contact us. Using a copy of your last 12 power bills, we can conduct a preliminary evaluation. With this we can tell you how much kVAr your facility requires, and your resulting annual savings. This is a no charge / no obligation service. Calculations can be done with fewer bills, if the last 12 are not available. If the preliminary evaluation indicates an APFCU / FAPFCU is suitable for your facility, we will provide you with a complete design. An Electrotek Ltd. solution. Your solution.

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1016 34 AV SE Calgary, AB T2G 1V4 Canada Tel: 403 287 2200 Toll free: 1 800 404 9114 Fax: 403 287 3808 [email protected] www.electrotekltd.com

Real Time Power Factor Correction Units (Transient Free Switching)

Designers and Manufacturers of Power Factor Correction Equipment and Harmonic Filters

1016 34 AV SE Calgary, AB T2G 1V4 Canada Tel: 403 287 2200 1 800 404 9114 Fax: 403 287 3808 contact@electrotekltd. com www.electrotekltd.com

FAST RESPONSE, TRANSIENT FREE REACTIVE POWER COMPENSATION SYSTEMS

EQUALIZER: A real time transient free system, used to compensate extremely rapid loads within one cycle (typically 5-20 mSec). ACTIVAR: A fast transient free system, used to compensate any load within 3-4 seconds.

TYPES AVAILABLE: Include iron core reactors to limit the inrush current Basic Systems: Detuned Systems: Include Iron core reactors that detune the network to prevent resonance and absorb up to 50% of the 5th harmonic Individually designed to absorb the 5th and 7th harmonics. Tuned Systems:

ADVANTAGES
EQUALIZER & ACTIVAR Transient Free capacitor group switching, using electronic switching elements Prevents damage to sensitive electronic equipment Saves energy Harmonic filtration Accurate power factor control, even in the presence of harmonics Dramatically increases the life expectancy of switching elements and capacitors Considerably lower temperature rise of capacitors and inductors due to unique scan feature Built-in three phase network analyzer, measuring all network parameters including harmonics Unique self testing and comprehensive reporting feature. EQUALIZER (in addition to the above) Cycle by cycle reactive power compensation (total acquisition time of 5-20mSec) Prevents voltage drop and flickering Used for Real Time applications, such as spot welding and motor start-up Enhances capacity of local generator systems, such as diesel and windmill generators.

ACTIVAR
Groups
3 groups are always engaged

The ACTIVAR is a state of the art, electronic switching device designed to replace electromechanically switched equipment in power factor correction (PFC) systems.
L1 L2 L3

6 5 4

SCAN Mode
Each group is engaged 50% of the time

FUSES
SWITCHING ELEMENTS Including FIRING CIRCUITS

3 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6

Time

The scan feature, together with the unique reactor design, substantially reduces the temperature rise of the reactors and protects the cabinet from overheating. Connection and disconnection of the capacitors to and from the network occurs at zero current crossing. This smooth connection avoids the transient effects typically created by electromechanically switched PFC systems. The total acquisition time (full compensation of reactive current) is only 3 to 4 seconds which is much faster than electromechanically switched PFC systems. There is an ongoing cumulative reduction of capacity in electromechanically switched PFC systems due to the effect of transients during connection and disconnection. This can be detrimental to detuned Electromechanically switched systems where the changes in ratio between the capacitors/reactors shift the resonance frequency, which may result in resonance. The ACTIVAR prevents these conditions. The controller is a full measuring device, with an LCD display, which measures cycle by cycle all network and internal parameters.

Current

Voltage

The electronic switches do not wear out or deteriorate during the switching process and the capacitors are not adversely affected by transients. These advantages contribute to a much longer life expectancy compared with electromechanically switched PFC systems. The power factor is controlled very accurately by means of an advanced closed loop control & measuring unit, that takes into consideration all three phases and the effect of harmonics (1 through 63). The ACTIVAR system is equipped with a unique scan feature that protects capacitors from "exploding" and contributes to longer life expectancy. This is achieved by reducing overcurrent and overheating in the capacitors which may result from harmonics on the mains. The switching element can perform an unlimited number of switching operations. The connection of one group of capacitors occurs simultaneously with the disconnection of another group. This operation is performed every few seconds and engages all capacitor groups in turn, resulting in a reduction of mean current due to the lower ratio of engagement time to cycle time (duty cycle).

AC T I VA R

Power IQ Measurement & Analysis Software (optional) This software can display the system's status as well as the measurement results on numerous screens running under Windows.

The EQUALIZER The Equalizer is a fast response system that is used to compensate any variation in reactive power within one cycle of the network. Correct compensation using the Equalizer The top graph demonstrates how the Equalizer compensates the reactive current of fast loads with a duration of 14 cycles. Typical acquisition time (full compensation of reactive current) is less than one cycle and the total current is substantially reduced. Adverse effects of slower response systems The bottom graph demonstrates incorrect compensation where the response time is 3 cycles for the connection of a single group and the acquisition time required to connect a total of 4 groups is 12 cycles. Due to the delay in compensation the current is partially reduced and due to the corresponding delay in disconnection of the capacitor groups there is residual current. The total effect of the compensation system on the current is negative since the average current of the load is increased instead of being reduced. This increases voltage flickering due to overcompensation.
L1- Current (A) L1- Voltage (V)

1.0 Load Current 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Cycles

1.0

Equalizer Current

Acquisition Time

1.0 Total Current with Equalizer

Correct compensation

1.0

Current of slow response system (3 cycles per step)

Acquisition Time

1.0 0.6 0.2 Total Current with slow response system

Incorrect compensation

Applications Large and rapid variations in reactive power normally occur during spot welding operations and motor start-up. The Equalizer minimizes the negative effects of these loads, resulting in improved power quality and system capacity. Spot Welding Spot Welding loads fluctuate extremely rapidly and consume large amounts of reactive power. Resultant voltage sags tend to reduce welding quality and can impact welding productivity. In addition, these loads often create a high level of voltage flickering, which frequently exceed the recommended IEEE limits. High-speed reactive compensation systems clearly offer the following benefits: Improved welding quality, increased process output and elimination of flickering. Significant capital investment is reduced by better utilization of the existing infrastructure. The top and middle graphs demonstrate that the Equalizer prevents voltage drop and flickering; substantially reduces the current and compensates reactive energy. The bottom graphs demonstrate welder output current (car industry). The optimal condition is a stable current within a range of 11,000amp. With the Equalizer, the current variations are +/- 200Amp and without the Equalizer the current variations are +/- 800Amp. A stable current significantly improves welding quality. Over-current can cause damage to the electrodes as well as to the material being welded. Undercurrent during welding operations deteriorates welding quality. Central Compensation of Start-Up Current of Large Motors Large squirrel case inductive motors, when connected directly on-line, consume high current during the start-up period (six times higher than steady state operation). However, if the network is weak, the high current leads to substantial voltage drops which interfere with other loads, reducing the initial torque and increasing start-up time. The Equalizer tracks the reactive current, compensates it within one cycle, and provides the following features:

Spot Welding Machines - Car Industry

Without

With

1400 1000 300 150

L1-Q (kVAr)
Time

21:33:32 :38

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Spot Welding Machine - 12mm mesh

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Motor Current

Mains protection against voltage drops caused by high momentary consumption of reactive current Central starting of all loads, thus avoiding the use of individual starters required to protect the mains against voltage drop Direct connection of motor to mains, to obtain maximum torque during connection. This feature is unique to The Equalizer system, since starters of all types reduce the current going through the motor, thereby reducing the starting torque.

Equalizer Current

The CONTROLLER Typical Screens:

Parameters set-up, Help menus

7 Segment Display

The Controller is based on a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) and a VLSI component. It includes an LCD display, analog and digital circuitry, firing and optional communication cards.
Parameter Frequency Phase Current Neutral Current Phase to Phase Current* Phase Voltage Neutral Voltage Phase to Phase Voltage Active Power (kW) Reactive Power (kVAr) Apparent Power (kVA) Power Factor Time of use (TOU) - in, out, net, total: Active Energy (kWh) Reactive Energy (kVARh) THD at Phase Current THD at Neutral Current THD at Phase to Phase Current THD at Phase Voltage THD at Neutral Voltage THD at Phase to Phase Voltage Harmonics of Phase Current Harmonics of Neutral Current Harmonics of Phase to Phase Current Harmonics of Phase Voltage Harmonics of Neutral Voltage Harmonics of Phase to Phase Voltage Waveforms of Phase Current Waveforms of Neutral Current Waveforms of Phase to Phase Current Waveforms of Phase Voltage Waveforms of Neutral Voltage Waveforms of Phase to Phase Voltage System Log Event Log Data Log (future) Phases Common L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 L1, L2, L3, Total L1, L2, L3, Total L1, L2, L3, Total L1, L2, L3, Total Total Total L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 L1, L2, L3 Neutral L1-2, L2-3, L3-1 Loads Mains Mains,Load,Cap. Mains Mains , Load Mains Mains Mains Mains Mains,Load,Cap. Mains,Load,Cap. Mains,Load,Cap. Mains Mains Mains,Load,Cap. Mains Mains , Load Mains Mains Mains Mains,Load,Cap. Mains Mains , Load Mains Mains Mains Mains,Load,Cap. Mains Mains Mains Mains Mains

Harmonic Bar Display

Waveform Display

Measurement Level 1 2 3 4

SPECIFICATIONS POWER SUPPLY: LCD Display Size: LCD Display Resolution: LCD Display Type: FREQUENCY: POWER CONSUMPTION: OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 9 ANALOG CHANNELS: 115/230V, 50/60 Hz 94x76 mm Graphic 160x128 pixels FSTN, LED backlight 45 to 65 Hz 10 VA -20 to +55C 3 current channels for mains load 2 current channels for Equalizer cabinet 4 voltage channels RS485/422 communications port ELCOM (ELSPECs protocol), Modbus / RTU Voltage free N.O. / N.C. relay, max 2A@250VAC IP 40 144 x 144 x 138 mm 1.4kg -25 to +70C EN50081-2, EN50082-2, EN55011, EN61000-4-2/3/4/5, ENV50204, ENV50141 EN61010-1, EN50439-1, UL508

COMMUNICATIONS: PROTOCOL: ALARM: PROTECTION CLASS: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: STORAGE TEMPERATURE: ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY: SAFETY STANDARDS:

* Unique feature: metering internal current of feeder transformer (delta secondary)

POWER IQ Measurement & Analysis Software This software displays the system's status as well as the measurement results on numerous screens running under Windows. All network parameters, including harmonics up to the 63rd can be recorded at preselected intervals. The duration of the recording is only limited to the size of the computer's hard disk. The software can be set to record data based on selected triggers of various network parameters, such as voltage sags and/or current spikes. The system records before and after the trigger event. The software has intranet and internet support.
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CAPACITOR/REACTOR MODULE The Equalizer includes custom designed, iron core reactors in series with the capacitors. Iron Core Reactors The iron core reactors are manufactured under tight tolerances. The reactors are constructed with a laminated low hysteresis losses iron core, precision controlled air gaps and copper windings, and have class H insulation (180C). Systems without tuned or detuned reactors are equipped with limiting reactors designed to limit the inrush current which may develop in the capacitors during power up. This avoids damage to the switching elements, fuses and capacitors. The detuned reactors prevent resonance by shifting the capacitor/network resonance frequency below the first dominant harmonic (usually the 5th). A tuned reactor design is available upon request (to absorb most of the 5th and 7th harmonics). Capacitors The capacitors are low loss (0.25W/kVAr) MKP type in cylindrical aluminium casing. The MKP capacitor is a metallized polypropylene film capacitor with self healing properties and an overpressure tearoff fuse. Capacitor elements for 400V and 480V networks are rated 440V+10% and 525V+10% respectively to cope with harmonics and over-voltage. The capacitors are connected during current zero crossing, and operated in time sharing (SCAN mode), in order to reduce the effects of electrical or thermal overload and ensure an extended period of operating time (statistical life expectancy: over ten years). SWITCHING MODULE The switching module is comprised of solid state switching elements, which provide reliable, high speed, transient free operation. Each switching module switches up to three capacitor groups, using double phase electronic switches for each three phase capacitor group.

Capacitor/Reactor Module

Iron Core Limiting Reactor

Iron Core Tuned or Detuned Reactor

Capacitors

Switching Module

Data Logger Harmonics

Consumption

Waveforms

Zoom in

Real time measurement including min & max values

HARMONICS THEORY Introduction Utilities generate an almost perfect sinusoidal voltage. Harmonics are created by nonlinear loads such as variable speed drives, power rectifiers, inverters etc. which cause nonlinear voltage drop and change the sinusoidal nature of the voltage. The term "harmonic" refers to sinusoidal components at a frequency which is a multiple (2,3,4,5....) of the fundamental.
Square Wave
0.5
1st Harm 3rd Harm 5th Harm 7th Harm 9th Harm

The Solution Resonance can occur on any frequency, however in most cases the current harmonic sources exist at the 5th, 7th, 11th, and 13th harmonic. The Equalizer's custom designed reactors, in series with the capacitors, prevent resonance by shifting the capacitor/network resonance frequency below the first dominant harmonic (usually the 5th).

0.0

C1

CN
Harmonics Source

-0.5

Source Impedance L1
45 90 135 180 225 Phase 270 315 360 45 90 135 180 225 Phase 270 315 360

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L2N

Harmonic source frequencies (fn) can be expressed as: fn=fo(PxN 1) Where: fo=Fundamental frequency P=Number of rectifier/switching elements N=Integer number 1, 2, 3, ... Example: Six pulse rectifier (P=6), fn = 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19 ... The Problem When the reactive energy is compensated using capacitors, there is a frequency at which the capacitors are in parallel resonance with the mains (high impedance).

k
1 0 8 6 4 2

N=1

Increased N

Amplification factor (k) versus harmonic order (n)

The Result
Source Impedance L1
C1 CN
Harmonics Source

k
1 0 8 6

with reactors

without reactors

If the resonance frequency of the capacitors-mains occurs close to one of the harmonic sources, the current can circulate between the supply and the capacitors. This results in high voltage on the line and the capacitor current may exceed the rated current by more than double or triple its value.
k
1 0

4 2

Shifting resonance frequency below the 5th harmonic

Increased N
8 6 4 2

Decreased N

without reactors

with reactors

Amplification factor (k) versus harmonic order (n)

Capacitors current with/without reactors

SYSTEM TYPES
EQUALIZER/ACTIVAR Open/Close loop
External Signal Synchronized Compensation MV , HV networks Compensation via LV transformer

Order Code

SINGLE PHASE SYSTEM Feeder: Single phase: Phase to Phase Phase to Neutral Capacitors: Single Phase

BALANCED SYSTEM Feeder: Three phase: 3,4 wire WYE secondary 3,4 wire DELTA secondary Capacitors: Three Phase delta connection

UNBALANCED SYSTEM Feeder: Three phase: 3,4 wire WYE secondary 3,4 wire DELTA secondary Capacitors: Single Phase L-L or L-N connection

Standard systems 100V-525V 50/60Hz

Non Standard systems 550V-1000V 50/60Hz

Standard balanced systems for 400V/50Hz and 480V/60Hz networks for: Systems with inrush limiting reactors Detuned systems with tuning frequencies P5.7, P6, P7, P14 (up to 100 kVAr per group at 400V/50Hz)
Output (kVAr)
400V/50Hz 125 150 175 200 210 250 300 350 360 420 480 480 550 600 660 720 900 1080 1200 1440 480V/60Hz 156 187 219 250 262 312 375 437 450 525 600 600 687 750 825 900 1125 1350 1500 1800

Output per step (kVAr)

Ratio
1:2:2 1:2:2 1:2:4 1:2:2 1:2:4 1:2:2 1:2:2 1:2:4 1:1:1 1:2:2.. 1:1:1.. 1:1:1.. 1:2:2.. 1:1:1.. 1:2:2.. 1:1:1.. 1:1:1.. 1:1:1.. 1:1:1.. 1:1:1..

PART Number
400V/50Hz EQ125/5-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ150/5-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ175/7-3-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ200/5-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ210/7-3-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ250/5-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ300/5-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ350/7-3-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ360/3-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ420/7-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ480/4-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ480/6-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ550/11-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ600/6-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ660/11-2-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ720/6-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ900/9-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ1080/9-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ1200/12-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ EQ1440/12-1-400.50-P7-XYZZ 480V/60Hz EQ156/5-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ187/5-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ219/7-3-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ250/5-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ262/7-3-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ312/5-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ375/5-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ437/7-3-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ450/3-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ525/7-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ600/4-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ600/6-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ687/11-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ750/6-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ825/11-2-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ900/6-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ1125/9-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ1350/9-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ1500/12-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ EQ1800/12-1-480.60-P6-XYZZ

dimensions W x D x H (mm)

800x600x2100 800x600x2100 800x600x2100 800x600x2100 800x600x2100 800x600x2100 800x600x2100 800x600x2100 800x600x2100 1000x600x2100 1000x600x2100 1600x600x2100 1600x600x2100 1600x600x2100 1600x600x2100 1600x600x2100 2400x600x2100 2400x600x2100 3200x600x2100 3200x600x2100

E Q 3 0 0 / 5 - 2 - 4 0 0 . 5 0 - P 7 - X Y ZZ
Extended features code: Blank: None M: MV/HV support P: Synchronization signal U: Unbalanced control support S: Single phase feeder Communication 0: None 1: RS 485 ELCOM Protocol 2: RS 485 MODBUS / RTU Protocol Note: Other options upon request Measurement level: 1 through 4 (4 = Most Advanced) Network frequency: 50: 50Hz 60: 60Hz Network phase to phase voltage Such as: 220, 380, 400, 415, 440, 480, 525 Switching sequence: 1: 1:1:1 2: 1:2:2 4: 1:2:4 Number of steps: e.g. 3,4,5...12 Total output in kVAr at nominal voltage and frequency System type: EQ: Equalizer AR: Activar Tuning frequency: Standard systems: p0: inrush current limiting inductors Detuned systems: p5.7, p7, p14: for 50Hz network p6: for 60Hz network Note: Other values available upon request

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Design: Steel sheet cabinet Enclosure Finish: Epoxy powder coated, in grey (RAL 7032), Internal parts: rust proof aluzinc Rated Voltage: 400V/50Hz and 480V/60Hz Other voltage values are available upon request Output Rating: Refer to the table Other output ratings are available upon request Capacitors: Low loss, self healing, IEC 831-1/2 Ambient Temperature: +40C max short time +35C average in 24 hours +20C annual average -10C low limit Protection class: IP 20 Standards: Electromagnetic EN50081-2, EN50082-2, EN55011, Compatibility: EN61000-4-2/3/4/5, ENV50204, ENV50141 Safety Standards: EN61010-1, EN50439-1, UL508

L1

L2

L3

Mains Current Transformers

MAINS. CT

Fuses
L1 / L2 / L3/ N
CT 1 CT 2

CAP. CT

Current Transformers

Controller
FIRING A FIRING B
FIRING BOARD

Switching Module

ALARM

RS 485

TO ALARM

TO HOST COMPUTER (optional)

Functional Diagram

Group 1

Group 2

Group 3

Standard systems Without Circuit Breaker

Non-Standard Systems With Circuit Breaker or Load Breaker with or without Busbar Connection
Single cabinet Dual door single cabinet Mechanical structure and dimensions of larger systems are available upon request.

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