SAF Low Voltage Compensation System
Low voltage compensation systems are mainly used in 0.4kV and 0.69kV distribution systems, suitable for refining furnaces, auxiliary equipment, and workshop distribution. National standard GB/T 15576-2020 specifies technical requirements for low-voltage reactive power compensation assemblies.
I. General Parameters of Low Voltage Compensation Device
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Rated Voltage | ≤1000V (or 1140V) |
| Frequency | ≤1000 Hz |
| Dynamic Response Time | Semiconductor switching ≤1s |
| Filtering Function Requirement | Devices with filtering function must reduce system harmonic content by more than 50% |
| Capacitor Inrush Current | Not exceed 1.3 times rated value |
| Insulation Material Temperature Resistance | 130℃ |
| Short-circuit Withstand Current | ≥15kA (for devices above 150kvar) |
| Outdoor Type Ambient Temperature | -25℃~40℃ |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Voltage Level | 400V / 660V |
| Output Channels | 12, 16, 18 |
| Sampling Parameter | Fundamental power factor/Fundamental reactive power |
| Control Mode | Cyclic switching/Coded switching |
| Mixed Compensation Schemes | 6 types |
| Switching Coding Modes | 12 types |
| Harmonic Environment Adaptability | Reliable operation under high harmonics and non-sinusoidal current |
III. Comparison of High and Low Voltage Compensation Systems
| Comparison Item | High Voltage Compensation System | Low Voltage Compensation System |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage Level | 6kV, 10kV, 35kV | 0.4kV, 0.69kV |
| Applicable Standard | Electric power industry standards | GB/T 15576-2020 |
| Main Application | Large arc furnaces, submerged arc furnaces, rolling mill busbars | Refining furnaces, auxiliary equipment, workshop power distribution |
| Compensation Mode | Mainly centralized compensation | Centralized compensation, group compensation, end compensation |
| Dynamic Response Time | SVC: 10-20ms, SVG: <5ms | Semiconductor switch ≤1s |
| Equipment Composition | HV switchgear + capacitor bank + reactor + discharge coil + arrester | LV cabinet + controller + switching switch + capacitor + reactor |
| Installation Location | HV busbar side of substation | LV side of distribution room or near the electrical equipment |
| Cost | Higher (including HV switchgear) | Relatively lower |