Load Sharing of Synchronous Generator
Load Sharing of Synchronous Generator
SYNCHRONOUS GENERATOR
Presented By
Salma Akter
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CONTENTS
Synchronous generator
Load sharing
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CONTENTS(Cont.)
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Synchronous Generator
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Load Sharing
load sharing is the proportional division of active power and reactive power
between generator sets.
Parallel operation and load sharing are closely related. A system of generator
sets cannot achieve parallel operation without load sharing of alternators.
Sharing load is required to reduce the risk of overloading an alternator and this
will be creating an unstable energy flow. This instability can damage the
generator sets or power grid.
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Power Triangle of Load Sharing
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Conditions of Parallel Operation and Load
Sharing
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General Procedure for Paralleling
Generators
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General Procedure for Paralleling
Generators (cont.)
The method of connecting an incoming alternator safely to the live busbars or
running generator is called synchronizing.
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General Procedure for Paralleling
Generators (cont.)
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The Three Lamp method for
Synchronizing
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Advantages of Load Sharing
Parallel operation and load sharing offer a range of benefits to anyone who uses them.
Some advantages include:
Reliability: With multiple alternators in a network, there will always be at least one
generator set supporting a load. If an alternator fails at any point, the load will shift to the
other generators in the system. Load sharing also makes it easier to handle generator
maintenance without shutting down an entire operation.
Cost: The cost to generate power increases for larger capacity generators. Using a
network of smaller generators means spending less money upfront and paying less to
generate power over time. With multiple alternators, operators can determine the best load
balance for the least amount of fuel. This capability isn’t available for a single large
capacity generator.
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Advantages of Load Sharing (Cont.)
Efficiency: A generator runs most efficiently when the load is between 75% and 100%.
If you count on a single generator, you’ll likely sacrifice efficiency during periods of
low load requirements. Balance the load between the preferred number of generators at
a given time and maintain efficiency around the clock.
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Application of Load Sharing
With the many benefits of load sharing, several operations rely on it to keep equipment up and running. Load
sharing is advantageous when load demands are frequently changing and ongoing power is critical.
Applications include:
Data Centers: These operations handle high volumes of data. If they lose power, they risk losing
valuable information for clients and other large-scale operations. Load sharing recognizes the high load
requirements and offers a layer of security in case a generator fails.
Power plants: In these facilities, power requirements shift throughout the day, and entire communities
may rely on them for energy. Load sharing meets these needs.
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Construction Site: In construction, workers rely on a wide range of equipment to get the job done.
Equipment can consist of lights, drills, air compressors and more. Load requirements shift throughout
the day depending on the work being done, and with tight schedules, staying efficient is essential.
Grow Operation: The growing cannabis industry requires extensive light setups on rotating
schedules. Load sharing can recognize the changing power demands to keep cannabis crops alive and
healthy.
Health care and Facilities: While hospitals and other care facilities may have high load requirements,
their priority is backup power. If these operations lose electricity at any time, especially during natural
disasters, they can’t provide the quality care their patients need.
Telecommunications: Much like health care facilities, telecommunication operations need to remain
up and running to keep people connected during emergencies. With load sharing, telecom buildings
can be prepared for unexpected outages.
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Thank You
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