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Power Type of compensation Optimisation of a correction cubicle control Design of a correction cubicle
Environmental conditions Control and monitoring system Protection and connection rules Factory tests
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Contents
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Avantages of the power factor correction modules The prewired power factor correction modules Vocabulary P400 power factor correction modules, standard and overrated type c installation in the cubicle c electrical connection c optimisation table c ventilation c range and catalogue numbers c quotation assistance DR P400 power factor correction modules c installation in the cubicle c electrical connection c optimisation table c ventilation c range and catalogue numbers c quotation assistance
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Environmental conditions
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Factory tests
The means The tests List of inspections Final inspection report 58 59 61 62
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In addition to the rules and standards concerning production of electrical switchboards the LV correction switchboards require the consideration of specific constraints.
c Mounted, pre-cabled and tested in the factory. c Adaptation in all cubicle types. c Perfect association of components.
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Sizing rules
Network characteristics
Network voltage and frequency are the basic factors required to size a LV correction cubicle. Reactive power Q varies according to voltage square and frequency.
Q = U2 x C x
where : Q = reactive power U = network voltage C = capacitance = 2f f = network frequency
s s Qc Pa Q Q
0.20 0.98 1.131 1.096 1.062 1.030 0.997 0.966 0.935 0.905 0.876 0.840 0.783 0.754 0.727 0.700 0.673 0.652 0.620 0.594 0.567 0.541 0.515 0.489 0.463 0.437 0.417 0.390 0.364 0.335 0.309 0.281
0.14 0.99 1.192 1.157 1.123 1.091 1.058 1.007 0.996 0.966 0.937 0.907 0.850 0.821 0.794 0.767 0.740 0.713 0.687 0.661 0.634 0.608 0.582 0.556 0.530 0.504 0.478 0.450 0.424 0.395 0.369 0.341
0.08 1 1.334 1.299 1.265 1.233 1.200 1.169 1.138 1.108 1.079 1.049 0.992 0.963 0.936 0.909 0.882 0.855 0.829 0.803 0.776 0.750 0.724 0.698 0.672 0.645 0.620 0.593 0.567 0.538 0.512 0.484
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Compensation equipment can be of three types (standard type, overrated type, detuned type) according to the level of network harmonic pollution. The following choice can be made: c either from the Gh/Gn ratio
Example 1 U = 400 V Sn = 800 kVA P = 450 kW Gh = 50 kVA Gh = 6.2 % Sn Example 2 U = 400 V Sn = 800 kVA P = 300 kW Gh = 150 kVA Gh = 18.75 % Sn Example 3 U = 400 V Sn = 800 kVA P = 100 kW Gh = 400 kVA Gh = 50 % Sn
Sn (kVA) U (V) M
Sn : transformer apparent power Gh : apparent power of loads generating harmonics (variable speed motors, static converters, power electronics, etc.) Qc : compensation equipment power U : network voltage
P (kW)
Gh (kVA)
Qc (kvar)
Gh / Sn
Overrated type equipment
< 15%
Detuned type equipment
15 25%
c either from the THD(I) current total harmonic distortion measured. Sn = transformer apparent power S = load in kVA at the transformer secondary at the time of measurement
THD(I) x S < 5 % Sn 5 % < THD(I) x S < 10 % Sn 10 % < THD(I) x S < 20 % Sn Standard type equipment Overrated type equipment Detuned type equipment
(*) Beyond 60%, Rectiphase recommends carrying out an harmonic filtering study.
NB: Harmonics must be measured at the transformer secondary, at full load and without capacitors. Apparent power must be taken into account at the time of measurement.
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The detuned reactor, 400 V, 50 Hz range offers a wide selection of tuning frequencies: 135, 190 or 215 Hz.
Reminder
The aim of a detuned reactor is to protect capacitors and prevent amplification of harmonics. However, use of detuned reactors can reduce pollution by absorbing part of the harmonic currents generated. Improvements are particularly noticeable when detuned reactor tuning frequency approaches the harmonic frequency domain. A reactor tuned at 215 Hz will absorb more 5th order harmonic current than a reactor at 190 Hz or 135 Hz. Tuning frequency must be chosen according to: c the harmonic frequencies present on the installation (tuning frequency must always be lower than the harmonic spectrum) c the remote control frequencies, if any, used by electrical utilities.
single-phase (Gh 1Ph > 10 % Sn): tuning frequency discharge lamps, 135 Hz lamps with electronic ballast, fluorescent lamps, UPS, variable speed drives, welding machines
* Recommended tuning frequency, allowing a greater reduction in 5th order harmonic pollution than the other tuning frequencies. Gh 1Ph: power of single-phase harmonic generators in kVA.
Concordance between tuning frequency, tuning order and relative impedance (400 V, 50 Hz network)
tuning frequency (fr) 135 Hz 190 Hz 215 Hz tuning order (n = fr/f) 2.7 3.8 4.3 relative impedance (P = 1/n2) 13.7 % 6.92 % 5.4 %
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Choice of control
General
Once power has been calculated, the accuracy with which the equipment will adapt to load variations must be defined. It is a prudent choice of step powers and step sequences that will allow optimisation of the solutions proposed.
1-1-1-1-1-1 ....
All steps have the same power as step no. 1
1-1-2-2-2-2 ....
The first two steps have the same power as step no. 1, but from step no. 3 onwards power is double.
1-1-2-3-3-3 ....
The first two steps have the same power as step no. 1, the 3rd step has twice the power and from step no. 4 onwards power is triple.
1-2-2-2-2-2 ....
From the 2nd step onwards power is twice that of step no. 1.
1-2-3-3-3-3 ....
The power of the 2nd step is twice that of step no. 1, and from step no. 3 onwards power is triple.
1-2-3-4-4-4 ....
The power of the 2nd step is twice that of step no. 1, the 3rd step triples in power, and from step no. 4 onwards power is quadruple.
1-2-4-4-4-4 ....
The power of the 2nd step is twice that of step no. 1, and from the 3rd step onwards power is quadruple.
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N.B. Circular programme: the 1st step energised will be the 1st step tripped Linear programme: the last step energised is tripped 1st.
Number of electrical step step combinations number of controller outputs used 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1.1.1.1.1.1 etc. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1.1.2.2.2.2 etc. 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 1.2.3.3.3.3 etc. 1 3 6 9 12 15 18 1.2.2.2.2.2 etc. 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 1.1.2.3.3.3 etc. 1 2 4 7 10 13 16 1.2.3.4.4.4 etc. 1 3 6 10 14 18 22 1.2.4.4.4.4 etc. 1 3 7 11 15 19 23
8 8 14 21 15 19 26 27
9 9 16 24 17 22 30 31
10 10 18 27 19 25 34 35
11 11 20 30 21 28 38 39
12 12 22 33 23 31 42 43
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Choice of control
Calculation example
A capacitor bank made up of 7 physical steps : c 1 of 30 kvar c 6 of 60 kvar steps n 1 * n 2 n 3 n 4 n 5 n 6 n 7 unit power 30 kvar = n 1 x 60 kvar = n 1 x 60 kvar = n 1 x 60 kvar = n 1 x 60 kvar = n 1 x 60 kvar = n 1 x 60 kvar = n 1 x
7 outputs used
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7 physical steps
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7 contactors
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1.2.2.2.2.2.2
Number of electrical step : 1+2+2+2+2+2+2 = possible powers (kvar) 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240 270 300 330 360 390 Physical steps 30 60 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1
13 electrical steps
60 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
60 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
60 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1
60 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1
60 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1
Electrical control :
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Varplus M capacitor
LC1-DK contactor
DR detuned reactors
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Choice of capacitors
General
The Varplus M capacitors cover a wide range of : c voltage (from 230 V to 690 V) c power (from 5 to 100 kvar at 400 V 50 Hz), with a limited amount of references.
Technical data
c Standards : IEC 831-1 and 2, NF C 54-104, VDE 0560 Teil 41, CSA 22-2 no. 190 c Capacitance value tolerance : 0, + 10% c Losses : i 0.7 W/kvar, including discharge resistances c Insulation class : v withstand 50 Hz 1 min : 6 kV v impulse voltage withstand 1.2/50 s : - 25 kV if the rear panel is at least 15 mm away from all metal frames - 11 kV if the rear panel is up against a metal frame c Acceptable current overloads : v standard type : 30% v overrated type : 40% c Acceptable voltage overloads 8 hrs out of 24 hrs as in IEC 831-1 and 2 : v standard type : 10% v overrated type : 20% c Colour : v base : RAL 9002 v elements : RAL 9005 v covers : RAL 9002 c Approximate weights : v Varplus M1: 2.6 kg v Varplus M4: 10 kg
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Dimensions
218
192
210
7 95,5
M8 116
Varplus M1
7 218 192 6,5x13 M8
210
83 95,5
325 350
Varplus M4
Operating temperature
Each temperature category is marked by a number followed by a letter. The number stands for the lowest temperature value for ambient air at which the capacitor can operate. The letter corresponds to a specification of standard IEC 831, as in the table opposite.
symbol
B C D
NB : Ambient temperature : temperature around the actual capacitor, inside the bank, and not room temperature.
Operating altitude
The Varplus capacitors are designed to operate at a maximum altitude of 2000 m. Beyond this altitude, an equipment derating is necessary (consult us).
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Maximum assembly power
assembling several Varplus M1 voltage cabling front face (V) (kvar) 230/240 30 400/415 60 440/470 60 480/525 60 550/590 60 600/690 60 assembling one Varplus M4 and severalVarplus M1 voltage cabling front face (V) (kvar) 230/240 60 400/415 10 440/470 100 480/525 100 550/590 100 600/690 100
Varplus M1
5 7.5 10 12.5 15
Varplus M1
5 7,5 10 11,5
Varplus M4
40 50
Varplus M4
50 60
DR type
capacitor + D Reeactor power restored to network 400 V - 50 Hz (kvar) 12.5 25 50 100 12.5 25 50 100 12,5 25 50 100
with 190 Hz DR
52428 2 x 52428 52430 2 x 52430 52428 2 x 52428 52430 2 x 52430 + + + + + + + + 52352 52353 52354 3631878
with 215 Hz DR
52404 52405 52406 52407
with 135 Hz DR
52427 + 3631875 52428 + 52427 + 3631874 2 x (52428 + 52427) + 3631873 4 x (52428 + 52427) + 3631872
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Choice of contactors
General
Capacitor control is accompanied by transient operating conditions, the result of capacitor load. This load particularly generates a very high overcurrent, equivalent to a short-duration shortcircuit. The use of standard contactors can be dangerous for safety of persons and installations.
Ie
(peak closing current)
fe
Network voltage
(oscillation frequency)
Capacitor current
Capacitor voltage
References and maximum power ratings (1) power ratings instantaneous tightening 50/60 Hz auxiliary torque temp. i 55 C contacts on end 220 V 240 V kvar 6.5 6.5 10 15 20 25 40 400 V 440 V kvar 12.5 15 20 25 30 40 60 660 V 690 V kvar 18 24 30 36 48 58 92
basic catalogue number to be completed by the control voltage reference (2) LC1-DFK11 LC1-DFK02 LC1-DGK11 LC1-DGK02 LC1-DLK11 LC1-DLK02 LC1-DMK11 LC1-DMK02 LC1-DPK12 LC1-DTK12 LC1-DWK12
weight
"F" 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
"O" 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 2
kg 0.430 0.430 0.450 0.450 0.600 0.600 0.630 0.630 1.300 1.300 1.650
(1) The powers in the above table are valid in the folowing conditions : prospective peak energising current LC1-DK maximum rate LC1-DKF/DKG/DLK/DMK/DPK LC1-DTK/DWK electrical durability at nominal load LC1-DKF/DKG/DLK/DMK/DPK 400 V LC1-DTK/DWK 690 V (2) control circuit voltage () volts 110 50/60 Hz F7 Other voltages : consul us.
200 In 240 operating cycles/hour 100 operating cycles/hour 300,000 operating cycles 300,000 operating cycles
220 M7
230 P7
240 U7
380 Q7
400 V7
415 N7
Standards : IEC 70, IEC 831, NF C 54-100, VDE 0560, UL, CSA 38
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The detuned reactors (DR) are designed to protect capacitors by preventing amplification of the harmonics present on the network. They must be connected in series with the capacitors. Caution : the DR generate overvoltage at the capacitor terminals. Overrated type compensation capacitors must be used with the DR.
DR
capacitor
Technical data
Choice of tuning
The tuning frequency fr corresponds to the resonance frequency of the L-C assembly. fr = 1 2 LC
Z
network only
We also talk of tuning order n. For a 50 Hz network, we have : n = fr 50 Hz c The tuning order chosen must ensure that the harmonic current spectrum range is outside the resonance frequency. c Also ensure that any remote control frequencies are not disturbed. Rectiphase mainly uses DR with tuning orders of 3.8 or 4.3 (order 2.7 is used for 3rd order harmonics).
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Electrical data
Electrical data must be specified : c tolerance on L per phase : c phase-to-phase tolerance : c rms current Ie c maximum permissible current c harmonic current spectrum Minimum values recommended by Rectiphase : 5% L max < 1,07 L min Ie = I12 + I32 + I52 + I72 + I112 + I132 Imp = (1,1 x I1)2 + I32 + I52 + I72 + I112 + I132 Example of harmonic current spectra chosen by Rectiphase
in % of current I1 current I3 currentt I5 current I7 current I11 DR tuning 2.7 6% 17 % 6% 2% DR tuning 3.8 3% 44 % 13 % 5% DR tuning 4.3 2% 69 % 9% 6%
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Minimum values recommended by Rectiphase : reduction of L < 10 % according to the harmonic spectrum to 1.5 In for 2.7 tuning to 1.9 In for 3.8 tuning to 2.3 In for 4.3 tuning Isc = 25 x Ie / 1 second 2.2 x Isc (peak value) 1.1 kV (as per standard IEC 76) 3 kV - 1 minute
c thermal withstand Isc c dynamic withstand c highest withstand for equipment c dielectric test 50 Hz between windings and windings/earth
Other data to be specified : c type c cooling c degree of protection c standard c use c operating temperature c storage temperature c relative humidity in operation c maximum altitude
Rectiphase recommendations three-phase, dry, with magnetic circuit air, natural IP 00 NF C 52-300 / IEC 289 indoor 0 to + 40 C - 40 to + 60 C 20 to 80 % 2000 m
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205 L
110 P
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air flow
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Power connection
c Connection is on the front panel of the capacitor. c Cable and switchgear sizing current: when calculating the sizing current, take account of the capacitance value tolerance and the acceptable current overloads. c Equip the ends of the conductors with lugs and fix them to the connection pads. c Tightening torques : v Varplus M1 : 1.3 mdaN v Varplus M4 : 2 mdaN. c Protective covers (optional) : protection against direct contacts, front and rear face cabling, see accessories overleaf.
Front connection
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Ergonomics
c To simplify operation of incoming circuitbreakers (if any), the control handles must be placed 0.8 m to 1.6 m from the ground. c The connection terminals must be at least 0.2 m from the ground. c The power factor controller must not be placed higher than 1.8 m from the ground.
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Ventilation
General
The ventilation system must be defined according to: c ambient air temperature around the electrical cubicle which must comply with the folowing limits: v maximum temperature: 40 C v average temperature over 24 hours: 35 C v average temperature over 1 year: 25 C. c the temperature rises generated by the various components whose mean values are: v standard type : 2.5 W/kvar v overrated type : 2.5 W/kvar v detuned type : 7 W/kvar c the acceptable limits for their normal operation.
Ventilation rules
Openings must be compatible with the degree of protection (IP). Air must flow from the bottom to the top of the equipment. The cross-section of the top air outlet must be at least equal to 1.1 times the cross-section of the bottom air outlet.
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Environmental conditions
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Environmental conditions
The technical characteristics for the LV compensation cubicles, designed from the Varplus capacitors or Rectiphase compensation modules, are valid in specific operating conditions. Beyond these conditions, equipment derating is required (consult us).
Operating temperature
c Maximum temperature: 40C. c Average temperature over 24 hrs: 35C. c Average annual temperature: 25C. c Minimum temperature: -5C.
Operating altitude
Equipment can be installed at a maximum altitude of 2000 m.
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5 6 3 4 1 2
11 12 9 10 7 8
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11 12 9 10 7 8
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General
power factor controllers are used in automatic capacitor banks to monitor energising and tripping of capacitor steps according to reactive power requirements. Schneider has developed its own range of power factor controllers known as Varlogic, that can be used in most applications. This range consists of three models : c the Varlogic R6, used to monitor up to 6 physical capacitor steps (6 contactors). c the Varlogic R12, used to monitor up to 12 physical capacitor steps (12 contactors) c the Varlogic RC12, used to satisfy complex application requirements, in particular : v operation on generator sets v compensation with fixed step v compensation forbidden v need to take a minimum power factor into account.
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5 6 3 4 1 2
11 12 9 10 7 8
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These steps must be combined with a step combination and programmed in the controller according to the table opposite. Possible control programmes :
c normal programme (n) Suitable for all step types. Commonly used steps: 1.2.4.4.4.4 or 1.1.2.2.2.2 Linear sequence as from the 3rd step, the 1st two steps are used as adjustment steps (the controller always begins by energising or tripping the 1st step, then the 2nd step). c circular programme A (CA) Steps : 1.1.1.1.1.1., circular sequence. c circular programme B (Cb) Steps : 1.2.2.2.2.2., circular sequence as from the 2nd step, the 1st step is used as an adjustment step. c linear programme (S) Steps: 1.1.1.1.1.1., linear sequence Application: harmonic filtering.
N.B. Circular programme : the 1st step energised will be the 1st step tripped Linear programme : the last step energised is the 1st step tripped. Varlogic R6 dimensions Varlogic R12 and RC12 dimensions
L P
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The controller is unaffected by phase rotation direction and connection direction of the current transformer (CT). It can be connected in two ways, namely: c LL connection type Voltage is measured between two phases. Current is measured on a phase other than the two phases previously used. c LN connection type Voltage is measured between a phase and the neutral. Current is measured from the same phase. Caution: the type of connection used must be consistent with the controller configuration. On a network with voltage other than 220/240 V or 380/415 V, use a transformer to supply the controller voltage inputs. Caution: the transformer used must only induce minimum phase shift.
Front view
Rear view
TR
TR
L1 L2 L3 N
QF (1)
M 3a M 3a
QF (1)
M 3a M 3a
L1 L2 L3 FU1 A1
KM1
L1 L2 L3 N
FU6 A1 A2
KM6
FU1 A1 A2
FU6 A1
KM6
A2
KM1
A2
c o
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C1
C6
c o
6 5 4 3 21 C
0 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 B A
2A
C1
C6
S2 S1
400 230
S2 S1
400 230
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 B A
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Connection
Normal configuration ensures that the controller is not affected by phase rotation direction and connection direction of the current transformer (CT). The controller can be connected in two ways, namely : c LL connection type Voltage is measured between two phases. Current is measured on a phase other than the two phases previously used. c LN connection type Voltage is measured between a phase and the neutral. Current is measured from the same phase. Caution : the type of connection used must be consistent with the controller configuration. On a network with voltage less than 110 V or greater than 415 V, use a transformer to supply the controller measurement voltage inputs. Caution : the transformer used must only induce minimum phase shift. Caution: in operation, 4 quadrants (generator application, RC12 type only), automatic detection of phase rotation direction must be de-activated. (to be performed in the configuration mode). In this particular case, CT connection direction and phase rotation direction must therefore be respected.
O M
P
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TR
QF P1 S1 S2 /5 A class 1 P2 L1 L2 L3 N 50/60 Hz
50/60 Hz
QF
M 3a M 3a
(1) L1 L2 L3 N FU1 A1 A2
KM1
QF
M 3a M 3a
FU12 A1 A2
KM12
FU12 A1
KM12
A2
A2
c o
C1
C12
c o
C1
C12
6 5 4 3 2 1 C
S2 S1
U1 U2
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C 12 1 10 9 8 7 1
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 B A
S2 S1
U1 U2
0V
C 12 1 10 9 8 7 1
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 B A
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Installation recommendations
c The CT current transformer must be installed upstream of the installation requiring compensation. c We recommend that you place the controller voltage information between L2 and L3, to oblige the contractor to position the CT on phase L1. c Design the capacitor bank wiring diagram so that the time required for capacitor discharging (50 sec minimum) is respected, in particular in event of contactor auxiliary voltage loss. c Case of an installation equipped with two or more supply transformers: a summing CT must then be provided which will take all installation consumption into account. c Case of an installation equipped with a generator set : a contact will be used to disconnect the bank in event of operation on the generator set. The best means is to use it to cut the power supply to the power factor controller.
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Auxiliary circuits
Standard diagram
busbar
L3 L2
L2 L3
L1
A1
A1
KM1
2T1 4T2 6T3 A2 2T1 4T2 6T3
KMn
A2
1L2
1L3
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FU 21
FU 22
PE
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n L2 L3 L
L A B
EV C1 Cn
step
step
auxil. U 230 v 50 / 60 Hz
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HBC fuse (High Breaking Capacity) size 00gl 2 A fuse contactor fuse 400 V, 50/60 Hz controller, 6 and 12 steps 6 mm auxiliary connection terminal block capacitor module control terminal block fan
load
CT /5 A min. 5 VA Cl. 1
S1 P1
S2 P2
PE L1
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L2 L3
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General
The equipment placed upstream of the correction cubicles is determined from installation rules and the currents absorbed by the devices. Knowledge of the current to be considered is thus necessary to size this equipment. A current, depending on voltage applied, capacitance and voltage harmonic components, flows through the capacitors in operation.
Variations in fundamental voltage value and harmonic components may result in current amplification. The standard accepts that 30% is a permissible maximum value. The variations due to tolerances on the capacitors must be added to this.
The circuit-breakers
To allow setting of the thermal protection, circuitbreaker rating must be chosen as: c 1.36 x ln (1) for standard equipment c 1.5 x ln for overrated type equipment c 1.19 x ln for detuned type equipment: 3.8 tuning c 1.31 x ln for detuned type equipment: 4.3 tuning c 1.12 x ln for detuned type equipment: 2.7 tuning. The short-circuit (magnetic) protection setting thresholds must enable passage of the energising transients: 10 x ln for standard, overrated and detuned type equipment.
(1) In=
Example 1 50 kvar / 400 V - 50 Hz - standard In = 50000 = 72 A 400 e Thermal protection: 1.36 x 72 = 98 A Magnetic protection > 10 In = 720 A
Example 2 50 kvar / 400 V - 50 Hz - SAH (tuning 4.3) In = 72 A Thermal protection: 1,31 x 72 = 94 A Magnetic protection > 10 In = 720 A
The fuses
HBC fuses of the Gg type must be used with the following ratings : c 1.6 x ln for standard equipment c 1.6 x ln for overrated type equipment c for detuned type equipment, see below. NB : when two steps are protected by the same set of fuses, the coefficient becomes 1.4 x In for standard and H type cubicles. (In: sum of the currents of 2 steps). 400 V/50 Hz tuning tuning frequency order 135 Hz 190 Hz 215 Hz 2.7 3.8 4.3 impedance fuse relative rated current 13.7 % 1.23 In 6.9 % 1.3 In 5.4 % 1.44 In
Example 1 50 kvar / 400 V - 50 Hz - standard In = 72 A Fuse rating u 1,6 x 72 u 115 A Choice : 125 A Gg
Example 2 50 kvar / 400 V - 50 Hz - DR (tuning 4.3) In = 72 A Fuse rating u 1,44 x 72 u 104 A Choice : 125 A Gg Fuse rating is that immediately above the calculated value.
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Example 50 kvar / 400 V - 50 Hz - DR (tuning 3.8) In = 72 A sizing I = 108 A NB : some cable manufacturers mark directly in their catalogue the values to be considered for capacitor banks.
Cross-section
It must be compatible with : c ambient temperature around the conductors c installation method (trunking, duct, etc.). Refer to the cable manufacturers recommendations.
Recommended cable cross-sections (cbles U1000 R02V) for capacitor connection with an ambient temperature of 35 C power (kvar) cross-section (mm2) 230 V 400 V Cu Alu 15 25 6 16 20 30 10 16 25 45 16 25 30 60 25 35 40 75 35 50 50 90 50 70 60 110 70 95 80 135 95 2 x 50 90 150 120 2 x 70 100 180 2 x 50 2 x 70 120 200 2 x 70 2 x 95 135 240 2 x 70 2 x 150 165 275 2 x 95 2 x 150 180 300 2 x 120 2 x 185 200 360 2 x 150 2 x 240 240 400 2 x 185 2 x 300
The control-cables
Cross-section
c The control circuit cables (auxiliary transformer secondary) must have a cross-section of at least 1.5 mm2 in 230 V AC. c For the CT secondary, a cable of cross-section u 2.5 mm2 is recommended.
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Factory tests
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Factory tests
The means
Principle
At the end of manufacture, a LV switchboard must undergo a variety of routine factory inspections and tests, according to a predefined programme. This equipment must comply with : c standards c the definition file (drawings, diagrams, special specifications) c the manufacturers mounting instructions c internal instructions.
Test conditions
The tests must be performed in a marked out area by qualified personnel.
The verifications are performed in a special area known as the test platform, reserved for final inspections. All the controllers must have received specific training and be authorised to work in the vicinity of live parts.
Inspection means
Tooling should be appropriate, calibrated and in proper operating order : c dielectric test station c megohmmeter c multimeter c capacitance meter c torque wrench c controller test bench, etc.
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The tests
Standard IEC 439-1 defines 10 tests for electrical switchboards : c 7 type tests c 3 routine tests. The 7 type tests must be performed in the laboratory and test platforms on cubicles, according to the real operating configurations: complete cubicles, consisting of standard components and equipped with Varplus capacitors. Compliance with assembly instructions and performance of the 3 routine tests then ensure that the switchboard is tested and complies with standards.
Rf kvar / 0+5%
Hz
ORIGIN : FRANCE Visual inspection c Verification of clearances and creepage distances at connection level or part of busbars. c Verification of the degree of protection. Presence DANGER : avant de toucher les bornes of components guaranteeing this degree, varying les mettre en court-circuit with requirements (canopy, seal, front plates, etc.). et la terre. No violation of the enclosure (cut-outs, drilled holes, DANGER : do not touch terminals etc.), that could jeopardise the original degree of before they are short-circuited protection. and earthed. c Verification of presence of a rating plate or technical document bearing the manufacturers name, project identification number and all the Rating plate example technical data concerning the LV correction switchboard.
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c Clean the inside of the switchboard c Check presence of switchboard identification markers c Check external appearance: scratches, paintwork, etc.
The reports
c Draft a test report This report records the anomalies detected and the corrective actions to be undertaken. c Prepare with the customer a list of inspections of all the points to be verified (example attached). c Prepare a test report, certifying that all the tests have been performed, thus preventing systematic repetition of all these inspections on site. c Draw up the list of missing devices. c Draw up the list of devices that will be dispatched separately from the switchboard.
Create a non quality input document used to quantify faults, evaluate their importance and assign them to the relevant department that must take the necessary action to ensure conformity of the electrical switchboard.
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List of inspections
Example
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inspection operations 1. dielectric test 2a. conformity : capacitor (kvar) fuse (A) contactor (type) DR (mH) DR (A) cable cross-section busbar cross-section connection pads earth circuit component identification conductor identification rating plate documentation frame continuity degree of protection locking presentation, appearance inspection operations 2b. operation : contactor controller indication
comments Q.I.
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test 2500 V - 50 Hz - 1 minute or conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform conform 3
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not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform not conform 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 comments Q.I.
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description : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
inspection performed
1- Conformity inspection c enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . c switchgear c conductors
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2- Mechanical checks
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3- Electrical continuity of mechanical frames resistance value 4- Dielectric tests (2500 V - 50 Hz - 1 minute) 5- Insulation resistance monitoring (500 V DC)
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