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Power Factor Correction and harmonic filtering

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2009

Contents
Chapter 1 Discover Energy Efficiency Chapter 2 Reactive energy
The basis Energy Effiiciency with Power Factor Correction Practical calculation of an installation Reactive energy correction in an electrical installation Power Factor Correction type: fixed or automatic

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Chapter 3 How to select power factor correction devices

General information about harmonics Causes and effects of harmonics Choosing power factor correction devices Choosing the frequency of detuned reactors

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Chapter 4 Capactors Chapter 5 Detuned reactors Chapter 6 Power factor controllers Chapter 7 Power factor correction modules Chapter 8 Power factor correction solutions Chapter 9 Filtering solutions

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> What do we call Energy Efficiency ?

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Reduction of energy consumption CO2 emissions savings Improvement of power quality

Energy Efficiency: a common concern!

As electricity is the major contributor to greenhouse gases, Energy Efficiency is now a common concern for of all actors in the market. Reduce electricity consumption and costs and improve power quality and availability are now growing demands, more particularly due to: the commitment of many industrialised countries to reduce their collective emissions of greenhouse gases as well as the implementation of local regulations and incentive schemes the increasing use of electronic devices leading to power quality issues and energy consumption rise

Energy Efficiency thanks to power factor correction

Implementing power factor correction and harmonic filtering solutions enable to: reduce your electricity bill increase available power reduce the impacts of harmonics Moreover, energy savings produced by power factor correction help protecting the environment by reducing CO2 emissions related to power generation.

Achieve more with a successful optimization

There are three steps for a successful optimization of your installation: measure and/or gather the electrical network data understand, establish diagnostic and decide the corrective action to be taken act, clean up, correct power factor, install backup networks In any case, the most important factor is to correct and monitor over time the effectiveness of the solution.

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Reactive energy

The basis Energy Effiiciency with Power Factor Correction Practical calculation of an installation Reactive energy correction in an electrical installation Power Factor Correction type: fixed or automatic

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The basis
The nature of energy
Active energy All electrical devices powered by AC current convert the electrical energy supplied into mechanical work and heat. This energy is measured in kWh and is called active energy. The loads absorbing only this type of energy are called resistive loads. Reactive energy Some loads require magnetic fields to operate (motors, transformers, etc.) and consume another type of energy called reactive energy. This can be explained as follows: these loads (called inductive loads) absorb energy from the network when the magnetic fields required to operate them are generated and they discharge it when these fields are destroyed. This transfer of energy between the loads and the source (fig. 1) causes voltage losses and drops in conductors and therefore consumption of extra energy that cannot be directly used by loads.
M Q (kVAr) M A P (kW) S = P + Q (kVA)

Fig. 1: reactive energy is consumed between P (kW) S = P + Q and the source the inductive loads
(kVA)

M P (kW)

A S=P+Q (kVA)

Power flow in an installation

The available power output of an installation increases indirectly as cosine increases. The instantaneous power of an installation consists of two components: the oscillating power whose frequency is twice the fundamental frequency and the average power (Pm = VI cos ), which represents the output or active power of the installation and which is constant. Fig. 2 shows that the more the cos of an installation increases (and the closer it is to 1), the greater the average power of the installation.

Q (kVAr)

M Q (kVAr)

PM I V

P Fig. 2a: power flow in an installation where P cosine = 0.78 I V I PM

PM

Power factor (Cosine )

The presence of inductive loads in an installation causes a phase shift between the current wave and the voltage. The angle represents this phase shift and gives the ratio between the reactive current (inductive) of an installation and its active current. The same ratio exists between the active and reactive energies or powers. The cosine therefore indicates the ratio between the active and apparent power of the installation (the maximum number of kVA that it can use). That is why cosine indicates the electrical efficiency of an installation (fig. 3).

V P

PM

I V

Fig. 2b: power flow in an installation where S cosine = 0.98 Q

P cos = P / S S Q P cos = P / S

S Q j P cos j = P/S

Fig. 3: cosine as a representation of the electrical efficiency of an installation

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The basis (continued)

Practical calculation of reactive power
Type of circuit Single-phase (Ph + N) Single-phase (Ph + Ph) Example: 5 kW load Cos = 0.5 Three-phase (3 Ph or 3 Ph + N) Apparent power S (kVA) S=VxI S=UxI 10 kVA Active power P (kW) P = V x I x cos P = U x I x cos 5 kW Reactive power Q (kVAr) P = V x I x sin P = U x I x sin 8,7 kVAr

S = 3 x U x I

P = 3 U I cos

Q = 3 U I sin

Calculations in the three-phase example were as follows: Pn = power supplied to the rotary axis = 51 kW P = active consumed power = Pn/ = 56 kW S = apparent power = P/cos = P/0.86 = 65 kVA hence: Q = (S2 + P2) = (652 +562)6 = 33 kVAr The average power factor values for various loads are given below.

Power factor of the most common loads

Device Ordinary asynchronous motor Load 0% 25 % 50 % 75 % 100 % Incandescent lamps Fluorescent lamps Discharge lamps Resistance furnaces Induction furnaces Dielectric heating furnaces Resistance welding machine Single-phase static arc-welding centres Rotary arc-welding sets Arc-welding transformers/rectifiers Arc furnaces Fig. 4: cos of the most commonly-used devices Cos 0.17 0.55 0.73 0.8 0.85 1 0.5 0.4 0.6 1 0.85 0.85 0.8 0.9 0.5 0.7 0.9 0.7 0.9 0.8 Tan 5.8 1.52 0.94 0.75 0.62 0 1.73 2.29 1.33 0 0.62 0.62 0.75 0.48 1.73 1.02 1.02 0.75 0.75

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Energy efficiency with Power Factor Correction

Increased available power
A high power factor optimises the components of an electrical installation by increasing their electrical efficiency. Installing capacitors reduces reactive energy consumption between the source and the loads. The capacitors supply reactive energy by discharging into the installation from their upstream connection point. The power available at the secondary of an MV/LV transformer can therefore be increased by fitting a power factor correction device in the low voltage part. The table in figure 5 shows the increased active power (kW) that can be supplied by a transformer by correcting the power factor up to cos = 1. Initial cos 1 0.98 0.95 0.90 0.85 0.80 0.70 0.65 0.50 Increased available power 0% + 2.0 % + 5.2 % + 11.1 % + 17.6 % + 25 % + 42.8 % + 53.8 % + 100 %

Smaller conductor cross-section

Installing a power factor correction device in an installation allows the cross-section of the conductors to be reduced, as less current is output from the compensated installation for the same active power. The table in figure 6 shows the multiplying factor for the cross-section of the conductor according to the cos of the installation.

Fig.5: increase in the power available at a transformer secondary according to the cos of the load

Initial cos

Reduced losses
Reduced Joule effect losses Installing capacitors allows the Joule effect losses to be reduced (temperature rise) in the conductors and transformers. The meter records these losses as consumed energy (kWh). The losses are proportional to the square of the current. The following formula can be used to determine the loss reduction according to the cos of the installation: Final losses Initial losses = (initial cos ) final cos

Cable cross-section multiplying factor 1 1.25 1.67 2.50

1 0.80 0.60 0.40

Fig. 6: multiplying factor for the conductor crosssection according to the cos of the installation

REDUCTION PERTES when QUAND COS LossesDES reducton cos == 1 1

Example: Loss reduction in a 630 kVA transformer, Pcu = 6,500 W with an initial cos of 0.7. When by power factor correction, we obtain final cos = 0.98, the new losses become: 3.316 W.

REDUCTION DES PERTES (%) cos = 1 Losses reducton when

0,5 0,55 0,6 0,65 0,7 0,75 0,8 0,85 0,9 0,95 0% 10 % 20 % 30 % 40 % 50 % 60 % 70 % 80 % COS INITIAL

Reduced voltage drops

Installing capacitors allows the voltage drops to be reduced upstream of the point where the power factor correction device is connected.

Fig. 7: loss reduction due to the Joule effect.

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Calculation for an electrical installation

General method

From the data supplied by the manufacturers of the various loads, such as the active power, load factor, cos , etc. and if the simultaneity factor of each load in the installation is known, the levels of the active and reactive power consumed throughout the installation can be determined.

Simplified method

A simplified method of calculating the power factor correction requirements of an installation can be used provided that the following data is known: the initial average cos , the cos required, the average active power of the installation. This data can be obtained: by calculation, as indicated for the general method by estimation, according to the installed power They are used to perform the calculation with the help of the table.

Calculation using the table

Example: Calculation of the reactive power required to compensate the following installation: P = 500 kW, initial cos = 0.75, cos required = 0.98. From the table on the next page, we obtain a factor = 0.679. Multiplying this factor by the active power of the installation (500 kW) gives the reactive power to be installed: Q = 500 x 0.679 = 340 kVAr

Cos 0,9 0,4 0,45 0,5 0,55 0,6 0,65 0,7 0,75 0,8 0,85 0,9 1,805 1,681 1,248 1,035 0,849 0,685 0,536 0,398 0,266 0,02 0,453 0,321 0,191 0,058 0,92 1,861

cos to be obtained 0,94 1,924 0,96 1,998 0,98 2,085 1,784 1,529 1,316 1 2,288 1,988 1,732 1,519 1,334 1,169 1,020 0,882 0,750 0,620 0,484

Q = P factor Q = P 0,679
0,519 0,387 0,257 0,121 0,591 0,459 0,329 0,192

1,131 0,966 0,811 0,679 0,541 0,417 0,281

Fig. 8: graphical representation of the calculation table (next page)

From measurements
Take several measurements downstream of the main circuit breaker with the installation under normal load conditions. Measure the following data: active power (kW), inductive power (kVAr), cos . From this data, choose the average cos of the installation and check this value in the most unfavourable situation.

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Calculation for an electrical installation (continued)

From the power in kW and the cos of the installation
The table gives a coefficient, according to the cos of the installation before and after power factor correction. Multiplying this figure by the active power gives the reactive power to be installed.

Avant la compensation tg cos 2,29 2,22 2,16 2,10 2,04 1,98 1,93 1,88 1,83 1,78 1,73 1,69 1,64 1,60 1,56 1,52 1,48 1,44 1,40 1,37 1,33 1,30 1,27 1,23 1,20 1,17 1,14 1,11 1,08 1,05 1,02 0,99 0,96 0,94 0,91 0,88 0,86 0,83 0,80 0,78 0,75 0,72 0,70 0,67 0,65 0,62 0,59 0,56 0,53 0,51 0,48 0,40 0,40 0,42 0,43 0,44 0,45 0,46 0,47 0,48 0,49 0,5 0,51 0,52 0,53 0,54 0,55 0,56 0,57 0,58 0,59 0,6 0,61 0,62 0,63 0,64 0,65 0,66 0,67 0,68 0,69 0,7 0,71 0,72 0,73 0,74 0,75 0,76 0,77 0,78 0,79 0,8 0,81 0,82 0,83 0,84 0,85 0,86 0,87 0,88 0,89 0,90

Puissance du condensateur en kVAr installer pa kW de charge, pour lever le facteur de puissance (cos ou tg ) une valeur donne tg cos 0,75 0,8 1,541 1,475 1,41 1 1,350 1,291 1,235 1,180 1,128 1,078 1,029 0,982 0,937 0,893 0,850 0,809 0,768 0,729 0,691 0,655 0,618 0,583 0,549 0,515 0,483 0,451 0,419 0,388 0,358 0,328 0,299 0,270 0,242 0,214 0,186 0,159 0,132 0,105 0,079 0,052 0,026 0,59 0,86 1,698 1,631 1,567 1,506 1,448 1,391 1,337 1,285 1,234 1,186 1,139 1,093 1,049 1,007 0,965 0,925 0,886 0,848 0,81 1 0,775 0,740 0,706 0,672 0,639 0,607 0,672 0,639 0,607 0,576 0,545 0,515 0,485 0,456 0,427 0,398 0,370 0,343 0,316 0,289 0,262 0,235 0,209 0,183 0,157 0,131 0,105 0,079 0,053 0,029 0,48 0,9 1,807 1,740 1,676 1,615 1,557 1,500 1,446 1,394 1,343 1,295 1,248 1,202 1,158 1,116 1,074 1,034 0,995 0,957 0,920 0,884 0,849 0,815 0,781 0,748 0,716 0,685 0,654 0,624 0,594 0,565 0,536 0,508 0,480 0,452 0,425 0,398 0,371 0,344 0,318 0,292 0,266 0,240 0,214 0,188 0,162 0,135 0,109 0,082 0,055 0,028 0,45 0,91 1,836 1,769 1,705 1,644 1,585 1,529 1,475 1,422 1,372 1,323 1,276 1,231 1,187 1,144 1,103 1,063 1,024 0,986 0,949 0,913 0,878 0,843 0,810 0,777 0,745 0,714 0,683 0,652 0,623 0,593 0,565 0,536 0,508 0,481 0,453 0,426 0,400 0,373 0,347 0,320 0,294 0,268 0,242 0,216 0,190 0,164 0,138 0, 111 0,084 0,057 0,029 0,42 0,92 1,865 1,799 1735 1,674 1,615 1,559 1,504 1,452 1,402 1,353 1,306 1,261 1,217 1,174 1,133 1,092 1,053 1,015 0,969 0,942 0,907 0,873 0,839 0,807 0,775 0,743 0,712 0,682 0,652 0,623 0,594 0,566 0,538 0,510 0,483 0,456 0,429 0,403 0,376 0,350 0,324 0,298 0,272 0,246 0,220 0,194 0,167 0,141 0,114 0,086 0,058 0,39 0,93 1,896 1,829 1,766 1,704 1,646 1,589 1,535 1,483 1,432 1,384 1,337 1,291 1,247 1,205 1,163 1,123 1,084 1,046 1,009 0,973 0,938 0,904 0,870 0,837 0,805 0,774 0,743 0,713 0,683 0,654 0,625 0,597 0,569 0,541 0,514 0,487 0,460 0,433 0,407 0,381 0,355 0,329 0,303 0,277 0,251 0,225 0,198 0,172 0,145 0,117 0,089 0,36 0,94 1,928 1,862 1,798 1,737 1,678 1,622 1,567 1,515 1,465 1,416 1,369 1,324 1,280 1,237 1,196 1,156 1,116 1,079 1,042 1,006 0,970 0,936 0,903 0,873 0,838 0,806 0,775 0,745 0,715 0,686 0,657 0,629 0,601 0,573 0,546 0,519 0,492 0,466 0,439 0,413 0,387 0,361 0,335 0,309 0,283 0,257 0,230 0,204 0,177 0,149 0,121 0,32 0,95 1,963 1,896 1,832 1,771 1,712 1,656 1,602 1,549 1,499 1,450 1,403 1,358 1,314 1,271 1,230 1,190 1,151 1,113 1,076 1,040 1,005 0,970 0,937 0,904 0,872 0,840 0,810 0,779 0,750 0,720 0,692 0,663 0,665 0,608 0,580 0,553 0,526 0,500 0,574 0,447 0,421 0,395 0,369 0,343 0,317 0,291 0,265 0,238 0,21 1 0,184 0,156 0,29 0,96 2,000 1,933 1,869 1,808 1,749 1,693 1,639 1,586 1,536 1,487 1,440 1,395 1,351 1,308 1,267 1,227 1,188 1,150 1,113 1,077 1,042 1,007 0,974 0,941 0,909 0,877 0,847 0,816 0,878 0,757 0,729 0,700 0,672 0,645 0,617 0,590 0,563 0,537 0,51 1 0,484 0,458 0,432 0,406 0,380 0,354 0,328 0,302 0,275 0,248 0,221 0,193 0,25 0,97 2,041 1,974 1,910 1,849 1,790 1,734 1,680 1,627 1,577 1,528 1,481 1,436 1,392 1,349 1,308 1,268 1,229 1,191 1,154 1,118 1,083 1,048 1,015 1,982 0,950 0,919 0,888 0,857 0,828 0,798 0,770 0,741 0,713 0,686 0,658 0,631 0,605 0,578 0,552 0,525 0,449 0,473 0,447 0,421 0,395 0,369 0,343 0,316 0,289 0,262 0,234 0,20 0,98 2,088 2,022 1,958 1,897 1,838 1,781 1,727 1,675 1,625 1,576 1,529 1,484 1,440 1,397 1,356 1,315 1,276 1,238 1,201 1,165 1,130 1,096 1,062 1,030 0,998 0,966 0,935 0,905 0,875 0,846 0,817 0,789 0,761 0,733 0,706 0,679 0,652 0,626 0,559 0,573 0,547 0,521 0,495 0,469 0,443 0,417 0,390 0,364 0,337 0,309 0,281 0,14 0,99 2,149 2,082 2,018 1,957 1,898 1,842 1,788 1,736 1,685 1,637 1,590 1,544 1,500 1,458 1,416 1,376 1,337 1,299 1,262 1,226 1,191 1,157 1,123 1,090 1,058 1,027 0,996 0,996 0,936 0,907 0,878 0,849 0,821 0,794 0,766 0,739 0,713 0,686 0,660 0,634 0,608 0,581 0,556 0,530 0,503 0,477 0,451 0,424 0,397 0,370 0,342 0,00 1 2,291 2,225 2,161 2,100 2,041 1,985 1,930 1,878 1,828 1,779 1,732 1,687 1,643 1,600 1,559 1,518 1,479 1,441 1,405 1,368 1,333 1,299 1,265 1,233 1,201 1,169 1,138 1,108 1,078 1,049 1,020 0,992 0,964 0,936 0,909 0,882 0,855 0,829 0,802 0,776 0,750 0,724 0,698 0,672 0,646 0,620 0,593 0,567 0,540 0,512 0,484

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Reactive energy correction in an electrical installation

Where should the capacitors be installed?

The location of the capacitors in an electrical network is determined according to: the required objective: eliminate penalties, discharge lines and transformers, increase end-of-line voltage, the method of electrical power distribution, the load rating, the estimated effect of the capacitors on the network, the cost of the installation. The reactive energy compensation can be: a high-voltage capacitor bank on the high-voltage distribution network (1), a medium-voltage capacitor bank, regulated or fixed for the medium-voltage subscriber (2), a low-voltage capacitor bank, regulated or fixed for the low-voltage subscriber (3), fixed power factor correction for a medium-voltage motor (4), fixed power factor correction for a low-voltage motor (5). Example: Customers can choose the location of the power factor correction devices according to the characteristics of their installation and the objectives they require it to meet. Type 2 equipment can, for example, be used to compensate the consumption of the lift station on a wind turbine farm; another example is to compensate a motor control centre, for which automatic equipment is recommended. Type 1 equipment can be used to compensate the power transport line of an electrical company.

Compensated network

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Reactive energy correction in an electrical installation (continued)

The capacitors can be installed at three different levels:

On the LV outputs (MGDB) Position no. 1 Global power factor correction Advantages: eliminates penalties for the excessive use of reactive energy adapts the apparent power (S) in kVA to the actual needs of the installation discharges the transformation centre (available power in kW) Comments: the reactive current (Ir) is present in the installation from level 1 to the loads there is no reduction in the Joule effect losses in the At the input to each workshop Position no. 2 Partial power factor correction Advantages: eliminates penalties for the excessive use of reactive energy optimises part of the installation, the reactive current is not carried between levels 1 and 2 discharges the transformation centre (available power in kW) Comments: the reactive current (Ir) is present in the installation from level 2 to the loads Joule effect losses are reduced in the cables.

Fig. 9: global power factor correction

Fig. 10: local power factor correction

At the terminals of each inductive-type load Position no. 3 Individual power factor correction Advantages: eliminates penalties for the excessive use of reactive energy optimises the entire electrical installation: the reactive current Ir is supplied at the very place where it is consumed discharges the transformation centre (available power in kW) Comments: there is no reactive current in the cables in the installation the Joule effect losses are completely eliminated from the cables

Fig. 11: individual power factor correction

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When should fixed power factor correction be used?

Fixed transformer power factor correction

A transformer consumes a reactive power that can be determined approximately by adding: a fixed part that depends on the magnetising off-load current lo: Qo = I0 x Un x 3 a part that is proportional to the square of the apparent power that it conveys: Q = Usc S/Sn Usc: short-circuit voltage of the transformer in p.u. S: apparent power conveyed by the transformer Sn: apparent nominal power of the transformer Un: nominal phase-to-phase voltage The total reactive power consumed by the transformer is: Qt = Qo + Q. If this correction is of the individual type, it can be performed at the actual terminals of the transformer. If this correction is performed globally with load correction on the busbar of the main switchboard, it can be of the fixed type provided that total power does not exceed15% of transformer nominal power(otherwise use banks with automatic regulation). The individual correction values specific to the transformer, depending on transformer nominal power, are listed in the table below.

Fig. 12: power flow in an installation with an uncompensated transformer

Transformer S (kVA) 100 160 250 315 400 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600 2000 2500 Usc (%) 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 6 5.5 6 7 7 2.5 3.7 5.3 6.3 7.6 9.5 11.3 20.0 24.0 27.5 32 38 45

Oil bath No-load Load 5.9 9.6 14.7 18.3 22.9 28.7 35.7 66.8 82.6 100.8 126 155.3 191.5 No-load 2.5 3.7 5.0 5.7 6.0 7.5 8.2 10.4 12 15 19.2 22 30

Dry Load 8.2 12.9 19.5 24 29.4 36.8 45.2 57.5 71 88.8 113.9 140.6 178.2 Fig. 13: power flow in an installation where the transformer is compensated by a fixed power factor correction device

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When should fixed power factor correction be used? (continued)

Correction of asynchronous motors
The cos of motors is normally very poor off-load and when slightly loaded, and poor in normal operating conditions. Installationof capacitors is therefore recommended for this type of load.The table opposite gives, by way of an example, the values for capacitor bank power in kvar to be installed according to motor power. Rated power kW 11 18 30 45 55 75 90 110 132 160 200 250 280 355 400 450 HP 15 25 40 60 75 100 125 150 180 218 274 340 380 485 544 610 Number of revolutions per minute Reactive power in kVAr 3000 2.5 5 7.5 11 13 17 20 24 31 35 43 52 57 67 78 87 1500 2.5 5 10 13 17 22 25 29 36 41 47 57 63 76 82 93 1000 2.5 7.5 11 14 18 25 27 33 38 44 53 63 70 86 97 107 750 5 7.5 12.5 17 21 28 30 37 43 52 61 71 79 98 106 117

When a motor drives a high inertia load, it may, after breaking of supply voltage, continue to rotate using its kinetic energy and be self-excited by a capacitor bank mounted at its terminals.The capacitors supply the reactive energy required for it to operate in asynchronous generator mode. Such self-excitation results in voltage holding and sometimes in high overvoltages.

Correction requirements of asynchronous motors

Case of mounting capacitors at the motor terminals To avoid dangerous overvoltages caused by the self-excitation phenomenon, you must ensure that capacitor bank power verifies the following equation: Qc 0,9 3 Un I0 Io : motor off-load currentI o can be estimated by the following expression: l0 = 2 In (l - cos n) ln: value of motor nominal current Cos n: cos of the motor at nominal power Un: nominal phase-to-phase voltage Case of parallel-mounting of capacitors with separate operating mechanism To avoid dangerous overvoltages due to self-excitation or in cases in which the motor starts by means of special switchgear (resistors, reactors,autotransformers), the capacitors will only be switched after starting. Likewise, the capacitors must be disconnected before the motor is de-energised. In this case, motor reactive power can be fully corrected on full load. Caution: if several banks of this type are connected in the same network, inrush current limiting reactors should be fitted.

Mounting capacitors at motor terminals

Parallel-mounting of capacitors with seperate operating mechanism

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Automatic power factor correction

Automatic power factor correction equipment
Internal components An automatic power factor correction device must be adapt to the variations in reactive power of the installation in order to maintain the target cos of the installation. An automatic power factor correction device consists of three main components: The controller: Its function is to measure the cos of the installation and send orders to the contactors to ensure that the power factor is as close as possible to the target cos by linking the various reactive power steps. Besides this function, Schneider Electrics Varlogic controllers incorporate additional functions to assist with maintenance and installation. Capacitors: Capacitors are the components that supply reactive energy to the installation. Capacitors are normally connected internally in a delta configuration. External components An automatic power factor correction device cannot work unless the installation data is collected; the external components ensure that the device operates correctly: Current measurement: A current transformer that can measure the consumption of the entire installation must be connected. Voltage measurement: Normally, this device is built into the capacitor bank itself so that this value is generated by the power connection of the capacitor bank. This information about the installation (voltage and current) allows the controller to calculate the cos of the installation at any time and to take the decision to activate or deactivate the power steps. The 230 V supply is also required for the capacitor bank control circuit. Note: except for the Varset models, which are fitted with a transformer.

TI V

REGULATEUR Calcul du cos de linstallation

CONTACTEUR LC1-D-KLimitation Connexion ples principaux

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Automatic power factor correction (continued)

What is control used for?
The Varlogic controllers continually measure the reactive power of the installation and switch the capacitor steps ON and OFF to obtain the required power factor. Their ten step combinations allow them to control capacitors of different powers. Step combination : 1.1.1.1.1.1 1.2.3.3.3.3 1.1.2.2.2.2 1.2.3.4.4.4 1.1.2.3.3.3 1.2.3.6.6.6 1.1.2.4.4.4 1.2.4.4.4.4 1.2.2.2.2.2 1.2.4.8.8.8 These combinations ensure accurate control, by reducing: the number of power factor correction modules labour Optimising control in this way generates considerable financial savings. Explanations: Q1: power of the first step Q2: power of the second step Q3: power of the third step Q4: power of the fourth step Qn: power of the nth step (maximum 12) Examples: 1.1.1.1.1.1 : Q2 = Q1, Q3 = Q1,..., Qn = Q1 1.1.2.2.2.2 : Q2 = Q1, Q3 = 2Q1,..., Qn = 2Q1 1.2.3.4.4.4 : Q2 = 2Q1, Q3 = 3Q1, Q4 = 4Q1,...., Qn = 4Q1 1.2.4.8.8.8 : Q2 = 2Q1, Q3 = 4Q1, Q4 = 8Q1,..., Qn = 8Q1 Calculation of the number of electrical steps: The number of electrical steps (e.g. 13) depends on: the number of controller outputs used (e.g. 7) the chosen combination, according to the power of the various steps (e.g. 1.2.2.2).

Combinations 1 1.1.1.1.1.1... 1.1.2.2.2.2... 1.2.2.2.2.2... 1.1.2.3.3.3... 1.2.3.3.3.3... 1.1.2.4.4.4... 1.2.3.4.4.4... 1.2.4.4.4.4... 1.2.3.6.6.6... 1.2.4.8.8.8... 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 2 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 5 4 6 4 6 7 6 7 4 4 6 7 7 9 8 10 11 12 15

Number of controller outputs used 5 5 8 9 10 12 12 14 15 18 23 6 6 10 11 13 15 16 18 19 24 31 7 7 12 13 16 18 20 22 23 30 39 8 8 14 15 19 21 24 26 27 36 47 9 9 16 17 22 24 28 30 31 42 55 10 10 18 19 25 27 32 34 35 48 63 11 11 20 21 28 30 36 38 39 54 71 12 12 22 23 31 33 40 42 43 60 79

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Automatic power factor correction (continued)

Example: 150 kVAr 400 V 50 Hz Solution 1: physical control 10 x 15 kVAr 15 + 15 + 15 +15 +15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 15 +15, combination: 1.1.1.1.1.1 10 physical steps 10 contactors 12-step controllers Labour, high cost: non-optimised solution Solution 2: electrical control 10 x 15 kVAr 15 + 30 + 45 + 60 = 10 x 15 electrical kVAr, combination 1.2.3.4 4 physical steps allowing for 10 different powers 4 contactors 6-step controllers Power factor correction cubicle optimisation Possible powers (kVAr) 15 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 135 150 (x) Other possible combinations. Other solutions: 10 x 15 electrical kVAr Combination: 1.1.2.2.2: 15 + 15 + 30 + 30 + 30 kVAr Combination: 1.1.2.3.3: 15 + 15 + 30 + 45 + 45 kVAr x x x (x) x x x x (x) x x x x x x (x) x x x (x) x x (x) (x) (x) x (x) x x Physical steps Physical steps 30 45 60

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How to select power factor correction devices?

General information about harmonics Causes and effects of harmonics Choosing power factor correction devices Choosing the frequency of detuned reactors

p.16 p.18 p.20 p.22

General information about harmonics

Introduction
In electrical systems, the voltage or current waves, whose frequency is an integral multiple of the fundamental frequency of the network (50 Hz), are called harmonics. The waves of different orders that make up a harmonic spectrum and result in distorted waves are generally found simultaneously. Fig. 25 shows the breakdown of a distorted wave into a sinusoidal wave at the fundamental frequency (50 Hz) and a wave at another frequency. Harmonics are usually defined by two main characteristics: their amplitude: value of the harmonic voltage or current their order: value of their frequency with respect to the fundamental frequency (50 Hz). Under such conditions, the frequency of a 5th order harmonic is five times greater than the fundamental frequency, i.e. 5 x 50 Hz = 250 Hz.

The root mean square value

The rms value of a distorted wave is obtained by calculating the quadratic sum of the different values of the wave for all the harmonic orders that exist for this wave: Rms value of I: I(A) = I1 2 + I2 2 + + In 2 The rms value of all the harmonic components is deduced from this calculation: Ih (A) = I2 2 + + In 2 This calculation shows one of the main effects of harmonics, i.e. the increased rms current passing through an installation, due to the harmonic components with which a distorted wave is associated. Usually, the switchgear and cables or the busbar trunking of the installation is defined from the rated current at the fundamental frequency; all these installation components are not designed to withstand excessive harmonic current.

Detecting the problem in the installation

Instruments that measure the true root mean square value (TRMS) must be used to detect any harmonic problems that may exist in the installations, since instruments that measure the average value (AVG) only give the correct values when the waves are perfectly sinusoidal. When the wave is distorted, the measurements can be as much as 40% below the true rms value.

100 90 80

70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0

10

11

Fig.15 : Typical graph of the frequency spectrum The frequency spectrum, also known as the spectral analysis, indicates the types of harmonic generator present on the network Fig. 14 : decomposition of a distorted wave

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General information about harmonics (continued)

Harmonic measurement: distortion
The presence of varying amounts of harmonics on a network is called distortion. It is measured by the harmonic distortion rates: Th: individual distortion rate It indicates, as a %, the magnitude of each harmonic with respect to the value of the fundamental frequency: Th (%) = Ah / A1 where Ah = the value of the voltage or current of the h-order harmonic. A1 = the value of the voltage or current at the fundamental frequency (50 Hz). THD: Total Harmonic Distortion It indicates, as a %, the magnitude of the total distortion with respect to the fundamental frequency or with respect to the total value of the wave. The operating values used to find the true situation of the installations with respect to the degree of harmonic contamination are: The total harmonic voltage distortion [THD(U)] indicating the voltage wave distortion and the ratio of the sum of the harmonic voltages to the fundamental frequency voltage, all expressed as a %. The total harmonic current distortion [THD(I)] determining the current wave distortion and the ratio of the sum of the harmonic currents to the fundamental frequency current, expressed as a %. The frequency spectrum (TFT) is a diagram that gives the magnitude of each harmonic according to its order. By studying it, we can determine which harmonics are present and their respective magnitude.

Interharmonics
Interharmonics are sinusoidal components with frequencies that are not integral multiples of the fundamental frequency (and therefore situated between the harmonics). They are the result of periodic or random variations of the power absorbed by different loads such as arc furnaces, welding machines and frequency converters (variable speed drives, cycloconvertors). Example :
% 100 80 60 40 20 2 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 30 100
100 80 60 40 20 % 100

52 34

8 n

4 n

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 10 13

Fig.16 : Harmonic spectrum for industrial devices: arc furnaces, induction furnaces, welding machines, rectifiers, etc.

Fig.17 : Harmonic spectrum for variable speed drives for asynchronous motors or direct current motors.

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Causes and effects of harmonics

Harmonic generators
Harmonics are generally produced by non-linear loads which, although powered by a sinusoidal voltage, absorb a non-sinusoidal current. In short, non-linear loads are considered to behave as current sources that inject harmonics into the network. The most common non-linear harmonic loads are those found in devices fed by power electronics, such as variable speed drives, rectifiers, converters, etc. Loads such as saturable reactors, welding equipment, arc furnaces etc. also inject harmonics. Other loads have a linear behaviour and do not generate harmonics: inductors, resistors and capacitors.

Main harmonic sources

We differentiate between these loads, according to whether they are used for industrial or residential applications: Industrial loads: power electronics devices: variable speed drives, rectifiers, UPS, etc. loads using an electric arc: arc furnaces, welding machines, lighting (fluorescent lamps, etc.); harmonics (temporary) are also generated when motors are started with an electronic starter and when power transformers come into service. Residential loads: TVs, microwave ovens, induction plates, computers, printers, fluorescent lamps, etc.

Fig.18 : linear loads such as inductors, capacitors and resistors do not generate harmonics

Fig. 19 : non-linear loads are those that generate harmonics

The following table is a guide to the various loads with information on the injected harmonic current spectrum.

Type of load Transformer Asynchronous motors Discharge lamp Arc welding AC arc furnaces Inductive filter rectifier Capacitive filter rectifier Cycloconvertor PWM controllers Odd order 3. + odd 3.

Harmonics generated Even and odd order DC component

Comments Interharmonics and subharmonics Can reach 30% of l1 Non linear asymmetric UPS - variable speed drives V Electronic device power supply Variable speed drives V UPS - DC - AC converter

Unstable variable spectrum h=KxP 1 lh = l1/h h= KxP1 lh = l1/h Variables Variables

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Causes and effects of harmonics (continued)

The effects of harmonics on loads
The following two types of effects appear in the main equipment: immediate or short-term effects and long-term effects. Immediate or short-term effects: Unwanted tripping of protection devices, Induced interference from LV current systems (remote control, telecommunications), Abnormal vibrations and noise, Damage due to capacitor thermal overload, Faulty operation of non-linear loads. Long-term effects associated with current overload that causes overheating and premature deterioration of the equipment. Affected devices and effects: Power capacitors: additional losses and overheating, fewer possibilities of use at full load, vibrations and mechanical wear, acoustic disComfort. Motors: additional losses and overheating, fewer possibilities of use at full load, vibrations and mechanical wear, acoustic disComfort. Transformers: additional losses and overheating, mechanical vibrations, acoustic disComfort. automatic switch: unwanted tripping due to the peak current being exceeded. Cables: additional dielectric and chemical losses, especially on the neutral, when 3rd order harmonics are present, overheating. Computers: functional disruptions causing data losses or faulty operation of control equipment. Power electronics: waveform interference: switching, synchronisation, etc. Effects of the harmonics On the conductors Causes the harmonic currents cause the Irms to increase the skin effect reduces the effective crosssection of the conductors as the frequency increases a balanced three-phase + neutral load generates 3rd order multiple odd harmonics increased IRMS Foucault losses are proportional to the frequency similar to those for the transformers and generation of a field added to the main one Consequences unwanted tripping of the protection devices overheated conductors

On the neutral conductor On the transformers

closure of homopolar harmonics on the neutral, causing overheating and overcurrents increased overheating due to the Joule effect in the windings increased losses in iron analogues celles des transformateurs plus pertes de rendement

On the motors

Fig. 20: summary table of effects, causes and consequences of harmonics

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Choosing power factor correction devices

Impact of harmonics on capacitors

Some loads (variable speed motors, static converters, welding machines, arc furnaces, fluorescent lamps, etc.) pollute the electrical network by reinjecting harmonics. To take account of the effects of the harmonics on the capacitors, the type of compensation equipment must be correctly determined: Gh / Sn range < 15% Classic 15% < x < 25 % Comfort 25% < x 50% Harmony

Choosing equipment according to the harmonic pollution level

Equipment can be chosen: Either theoretically from the Gh/Sn ratio if the data is available. Gh: apparent power of harmonic-generating loads (variable speed motors, static converters, power electronics, etc). Sn: apparent power of the transformer. The Gh/Sn rule is valid for a THD(I) of all the harmonic generators < 30% and for a pre-existing THD(U) < 2%. If these values are exceeded, a harmonic analysis of the network or measurements are required. Example 1: U = 400 V, P = 300 kW, Sn = 800 kVA, Gh = 150 kVA Gh/Sn = 18.75 % Comfort equipment Example 2: U = 400 V, P = 100 kW, Sn = 800 kVA, Gh = 300 kVA Gh/Sn = 37.5 % Harmony equipment Or from the total harmonic current distortion THD(I) measured at the transformer secondary, at full load and without capacitors: THD(I) % 5% 5 % < ... 10% 10 % < ... 20% > 20 % Classic Comfort Harmony Filters

Or from the total harmonic voltage distortion THD(U) measured at the transformer secondary, at full load and without capacitors: THD(U) % 3% 3 % < ... 4% 4 % < ... 7 % >7% If both THD(I) and THD(U) are measured and do not result in the same type of power factor correction, the most rigorous solution must be chosen. For example, a measurement gives: THD(I) = 15 % Harmony solution THD(U) = 3.5 % Comfort solution The Harmony solution must be chosen. Classic Comfort Harmony Filters

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Choosing power factor correction devices (continued)

Operating limits
The rules described below are for information only. Please contact us in case of doubt or if the values are higher than those indicated below. All the components and applications recommended in this catalogue are only valid if the operating limits given below are met, in order to prevent the detuned reactors and capacitors from being overloaded. The THD(U) must be measured at the transformer secondary with the capacitor banks. The lmp current must be measured in the capacitors. Operating limits THD (U) max. % U3 Classic power factor correction Comfort power factor correction Harmony power factor correction (tuning order 2.7) 5% 7% 8% 3% 0.5 % 8% 6% 7% 7% 3.5 % 3.5 % 3% 3% U5 Order voltage measurement lmp/l1 max. U13 1.3 1.12 1.19

U7

U11

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Choosing the detuned reactor tuning frequency

General:
The purpose of the detuned reactors (DR) is to prevent the harmonics present on the network from being amplified and to protect the capacitors (this corresponds to our Harmony range). They must be connected in series with the capacitors. Caution: as the detuned reactors generate an overvoltage at the capacitor terminals, capacitors of at least 480 V must be used for a 400 V network.

Technical data:
Choice of tuning The tuning frequency fr corresponds to the resonance frequency of the L-C assembly. fr = 1/ (2LC) We also speak of tuning order n. For a 50 Hz network, we have: n = fr / 50 Hz The tuning order chosen must ensure that the harmonic current spectrum range is outside the resonance frequency. It is also important to ensure that no remote-control frequencies are disturbed. The most common tuning orders are 3, 8 or 4.3 (2.7 is used for 3rd order harmonics).

DR, 400 V, 50 Hz tuning frequency selection table

Harmonic generators (Gh) None Three-phase Variable speed drives, rectifiers, UPS, starters Single-phase Gh > 10% Sn Discharge lamps, electronic ballast lamp, fluorescent lamps, UPS, variable speed drives, welding machines Tuning frequency 135 Hz Tuning frequency 135 Hz 135 Hz 135 Hz 135 Hz 135 Hz (1) 190 Hz 215 Hz Remote control frequency 165 < Ft 250 Hz 250 < Ft 350 Hz Ft > 350 Hz

Single-phase Gh: power of single-phase harmonic generators in kVA. (1): a tuning frequency of 215 Hz can be used in France with a remote control frequency of 175 Hz

Concordance between tuning frequency and relative impedance (50 Hz network)

Tuning frequency (lr) 135 Hz 190 Hz Tuning order (n = fr/f) 2.7 3.8 Relative impedance (P = 1/n2) as a% 13.7 % 6.92 %

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Typical solutions depending on applications

Customer requirements
The table below shows the solutions most frequently used in different types of applications. Very frequently Usually Occasionally In all cases, it is strongly recommended that measurements be carried out on site in order to validate the solution.

Classic type Food and drink Textiles Wood Paper Printing Chemicals - pharmaceuticals Plastics Glass - ceramics Steel production Metallurgy Automotive Cement works Mining Refineries Microelectronics

Comfort type Industry

Harmony type

Tertiary Banks - insurance Supermarkets Hospitals Stadiums Amusement parks Hotels - offices Energy and infrastructure Substations Water distribution Internet Railway transport Airports Underground train systems Bridges Tunnels Wind turbines

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Capacitors

Varplus2 presentation Our products according to network Varplus2 Dimensions

p. 25 p. 27 p. 28 p. 38

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Varplus2 presentation

What are the advantages of Varplus?

Easy installation: extensive choice of installation positions no assembly limitations no earth connection needed mounting holes allow capacitors to be fixed easily and securely with two M6 screws connection on top of the capacitor: very easy to access several capacitors can be assembled quickly and easily 360 cable connection on top of the capacitor. High flexibility: the total modularity of Varplus2 provides greater stock management flexibility covers all the electrical steps that may be required, according to the voltage and frequency and the level of harmonic pollution present in the network the total modularity of the capacitor provides greater stock management flexibility. A unique technology: the discharge resistors are already mounted in the capacitors. They reduce the voltage to less than 50 V in one minute and can be used in an automatic power factor correction cubicle without an additional discharge system. high fire resistance high quality protection system. Varplus are the only capacitors using this technology that can prevent 100% of all possible faults thanks to the disconnection system with its suppressor and HBC fuses They can be installed in several positions

Air flow
Recommended installation

Air flow

Air flow
Recommended installation

Recommended installation

Air flow
Acceptable Wrong

Air flow
Wrong

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Varplus2 presentation (continued)

Technical data
HQ protection system built into each single phase element : high current fault protection by HRC cartridge fuse low current fault protection by combination of single phase internal overpressure device with the HRC fuse A fully modular offer with only one size for installation and connection Maximum power per unit: 20 kvar for 400V-50 Hz network. Possibility of wiring connection at 360. Three phase connection With internally fitted discharge resistors: residual voltage less than 50 V in 1 minute. Total losses (discharge resistor included) : 0,5 W/kvar Capacitance value tolerance : -5 %, +10 %. Voltage test : 2,15 Un (rated voltage) for 10 s. Maximum permissible overloads at service voltage network as per IEC 60831 1/2: current: 30 % permanently voltage: 10 % (8 hours over 24 hours). Temperature class D (+55C): Maximum temperature: 55C Average temperature over 24 h: 45C Average temperature over a year: 35C Minimum temperature: - 25C. Colour : elements: RAL 9005 base and cover: RAL 7030. Execution: indoor. Protection : IP00 without cover (option) IP20 or 42 see accossories. Standards : IEC 60831 1/2, CSA 22-2 No190, UL810 Varplus accessoVarplus

Installation
All positions are convenient except vertical one with connecting terminals upside down. Fixing holes for M6 screwsavec des vis M6.

Accessories
Accessories pour Varplus 1 set of three phase copper bars for connection and assembly of 2 and 3 capacitors 1 set of protective cover (IP20) and cable glands (IP42) for 1,2 and 3 capacitors 1 protective cover (IP20) References 51459

51461 51299

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Our products according to network

Find the page corresponding to your network thanks to the table below.

50 Hz network 230 V network voltage 400/415 V network voltage 525 V network voltage 690 V network voltage 60 Hz network 230/240 V network voltage 400/415 V network voltage 440 V network voltage 480 V network voltage 600 V network voltage p.33 p.34 p.35 p.36 p.37 p.28 p.29 et p.30 p.31 p.32

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Varplus2

230 V - 50 Hz network
Classic & Comfort range Useful power (kvar) 2,5 5 6,5 7,5 10 Advised assembly 15 20 30 40 Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 40 kVAr. Assembly > 40 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual. 2 x 51307 2 x 51309 3 x 51309 4 x 51309 References 51301 51303 51305 51307 51309

Harmony range Same capacitors can be used with detuned reactors.

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Varplus2

400/415 V - 50 Hz network
Classic range Useful power (kvar) 400 V 5 6,25 7,5 10 12,5 15 20 25 30 40 50 55 60 65 Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 65 kVAr. Assembly > 65 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual. 415 V 5,5 6,5 7,75 10,75 13,5 15,5 21,5 Advised assembly 27 31 43 53,5 58,5 64,5 2 x 51319 2 x 51321 2 x 51323 2 x 51321 + 51323 2 x 51323 + 51321 3 x 51323 3 x 51323 + 51311 51311 51313 51315 51317 51319 51321 51323 References

Comfort range Capacitors rated voltage: 480 V. Useful power 400 V (kvar) 5 6,25 7,5 10 12,5 15 20 25 30 45 60 415 V (kvar) 5,5 6,5 8 11 13,5 16,5 Advised assembly 23 25 34 51 68 2 x 51331 2 x 51333 2 x 51335 3 x 51335 4 x 51335 51325 51327 51329 51331 51333 51335 References

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 60/68 kVAr for 400/415V - 50 Hz network. Assembly > 60 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

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Varplus2

400/415 V - 50 Hz network
Harmony range This range corresponds to the association of 480 V rated capacitors with detuned reactors. Tuning order 6,5 12,5 Advised assembly 25 50 27 54 2 x 51331 2 x 51335 + 51333 Useful power (kvar) 400 V (kvar) 2,7 (135 Hz - 13,7 % ) 415 V (kvar) 7 13,5 51337 51331 References

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 50/54 kVAr 400/415 V. Assembly > 50 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual. 6,5 3,8 (190 Hz - 6,92 % ) ou 4,3 (215 Hz - 5,4 % ) 7,75 10 12,5 16,5 Advised assembly 25 30 50 27 31,25 53,25 2 x 51333 51333 + 51335 3 x 51335 7 8,25 11 13,5 17,75 51327 51329 51345 51333 51335

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 65 kVAr. Assembly > 65 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

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Varplus2

525 V - 50 Hz network
Classic range Example of Varplus IP00 assembly Useful power (kvar) 11 13 17 Advised assembly 22 26 34 51 62 68 Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 68 kVAr. Assembly > 68 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual. 2 x 51351 2 x 51353 2 x 51357 3 x 51357 3 x 51357 + 1 x 51351 4 x 51357 References 51351 51353 51357

Comfort range Capacitor rated voltage: 690V Useful power (kvar) 6 8 10 Advised assembly 20 30 40 Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 40 kVAr. Assembly > 40 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual. 2 x 51363 3 x 51363 4 x 51363 References 51359 51361 51363

Harmony range Capacitors rated 690 V will be used with detuned reactors 190/215 Hz, 135 Hz on request.

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Varplus2

690 V - 50 Hz network
Classic range Useful power (kvar) 11 15 17 Advised assembly 22 34 45 60 68 Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 68 kVAr. Assembly > 68 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual. 2 x 51359 2 x 51363 3 x 51361 4 x 51361 4 x 51363 References 51359 51361 51363

Comfort & Harmony range On request

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Varplus2

230/240 V - 60 Hz network
Classic & Comfort range Useful power (kvar) 230 V (kvar) 3 6 8 9 12 18 24 36 240 V (kvar) 3 6,5 8,5 10 13 Advised assembly 20 26 39 2 x 51307 2 x 51309 3 x 51309 51301 51303 51305 51307 51309 References

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 40 kVAr. Assembly > 40 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

Harmony range Same capacitors can be used with detuned reactors.

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Varplus2

400/415 V - 60 Hz network
Classic range Useful power (kvar) 400 V (kvar) 6 7,5 9 12 15 18 24 30 36 45 54 60 415 V (kvar) 6,25 8 9 13 16 19 Advised assembly 26 32 38 48 57 64 2 x 51317 2 x 51319 2 x 51321 3 x 51319 3 x 51321 4 x 51319 51311 51313 51315 51317 51319 51321 References

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 65 kVAr. Assembly > 65 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

Comfort range Capacitors rated 480 V are necessary. Useful power (kvar) 400 V (kvar) 6 7,5 9 12,75 14 18,5 Advised assembly 25,5 32,5 37 42 51 55 61 Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 61 kVAr. Assembly > 61 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual. 45 27 2 x 51331 51333 + 51335 2 x 51335 3 x 51333 2 x 51335 + 51333 3 x 51335 3 x 51335 + 51325 415 V ( kvar) 6,25 8 9 13,5 15 51325 51327 51329 51331 51333 51335 References

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Varplus2

400/415 V - 60 Hz network (continued)

Harmony range Capacitors rated 480 V will be used with detuned reactors. Tuning order 7,75 15 Useful power (kvar) 400 V (kvar) 2,7 (135 Hz - 13,7 % ) 415 V (kvar) 8,25 16,25 51337 51331 References

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 60/65 kVAr 400/415 V. Assembly > 60 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

Tuning order 7,75 3,8 (190 Hz - 6,92 % ) ou 4,3 (215 Hz - 5,4 % ) 9,25 12 15 20

Useful power (kvar) 400 V (kvar) 415 V (kvar) 8,3 10 13 16

References 51327 51329 51345 51333 51335

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 60/65 kVAr 400/415 V. Assembly > 60 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

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Varplus2

440 V - 60 Hz network
Classic range Useful power (kvar) 7.5 9 11 15 17 22 Advised assembly 30 44 51 59 66 75 2 x 51331 2 x 51335 3 x 51333 2 x 51335 + 51331 3 x 51335 3 x 51335 + 51327 References 51325 51327 51329 51331 51333 51335

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 76 kVAr. Assembly > 76 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

Comfort range Capacitors rated 550V are necessary. Useful power (kvar) 9 11 12.5 14 Advised assembly 28 42 56 2 x 51357 3 x 51357 4 x 51357 References 51351 51353 51383 51357

Harmony range Capacitors rated 550 V will be used with detuned reactors.

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Varplus2

480 V - 60 Hz network
Classic range Useful power (kvar) 9 11 13 18 20 Advised assembly 36 54 72 2 x 51331 3 x 51331 4 x 51331 References 51325 51327 51329 51331 51333

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 72 kVAr. Assembly > 72 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

Comfort range Capacitor rated 550V are necessary Useful power (kvar) 10 12.5 15 17 Advised assembly 20 25 34 44 51 68 2 x 51351 2 x 51353 2 x 51357 2 x 51353 + 1 x 51351 3 x 51357 4 x 51357 References 51351 51353 51383 51357

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 68 kVAr. Assembly > 68kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

Harmony range Capacitors rated 550 V will be used with detuned reactors.

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Varplus2

600 V - 60 Hz network
Classic & Comfort range Useful power (kvar) 600 V (kvar) 10 13,5 15 Advised assembly 20 30 45 60 2 x 51359 2 x 51363 3 x 51363 4 x 51363 51359 51361 51363 References

Maximum mechanical assembly: 4 capacitors and 60 kVAr. Assembly > 60 kvar : see conditions to respect in Varplus user manual.

Harmony range On request for association with detuned reactors

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Dimensions

from 5 to 15 kvar Weight Width Length 219 220 114,7

20 kvar 219 220 114,7

50 kvar 219 220 308,7

60 kvar 219 220 308,7

Three conditions are to be respected for assembly: adapted busbar section is expected to connect capacitors assembly minimum space of 25mm is expected between 2 groups of capacitors specific precautions must be taken in order not to exceed temperature category of -25C/D inside the cubicle.

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Detuned reactors

Presentation Our range Dimensions Detuned reactor / capacitor / contactor combination tables

p. 41 p. 42 p. 43 p. 44

Presentation

General information
Detuned reactors (DR) are designed to protect capacitors and prevent amplification of harmonics existing on the network.

Technical data
Three phase, dry, magnetic circuit, impregnated Cooling: natural Degree of protection: IP00 Inslation class : H Standards : IEC 60289, EN 60289 Rated voltage: 400/415 V, triphas 50 Hz Tuning order (relative impedance) : 4,3 (5,4 %), 3,8 (6,9 %), 2,7 (13,7 %) Inductance tolerance per phase : -5, +5 % Harmonic current spectrum: As a % of the current of the fundamental (l1) Courant l3 Courant l5 Courant l7 Courant l11 4,3 tuning order 2% 69 % 19 % 6% 3,8 tuning order 3% 44 % 13 % 5% 2,7 tuning order 6% 17 % 6% 2%

Insulation level: 1.1 kV Thermal withstand Isc: 25 x le, 2 x 0,5 second Dynamic withstand: 2,2 lcc (peak value) Dielectric test 50 Hz between windings and windings/earth: 3,3 kV, 1 mn Thermal protection restored on terminal block 250 V AC, 2 A.

Operating conditions
Use: indoor Storage temperature: - 40C, + 60C Relative humidity in operation: 20 80 % Saline mist withstand: 250 hours Operating temperature / Altitude: Altitude m 1000 > 1000, 2000 Minimun C 0 0 Maximun C 55 50 Highest average over any period of 1 year 40 35 24 hours 50 45

Installation
Forced ventilation required Vertical detuned reactor winding for better heat dissipation Electrical connection: to a screw terminal block for 6.25 and 12.5 kvar detuned reactors to a drilled pad for 25, 50 and 100 kvar detuned reactors 480 V capacitors must be used with the detuned reactors in case of a 400/415 V - 50 Hz network. As the detuned reactor is fitted with thermal protection, the normally closed dry contact must be used to disconnect the step in the event of overheating.

P.41

Our range

Tuning order: 4,3 (215 Hz) Power restored by the DR/capacitor assembly L (mH) 6,25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 12,5 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 50 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 100 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 4,71 2,37 1,18 0,592 0,296 l1 (A) 9 17,9 35,8 71,7 143,3 Power losses (W) 100 150 200 320 480 51573 52404 52405 52406 52407 References

Tuning order: 3,8 (180 Hz) Power restored by the DR/capacitor assembly L (mH) 6,25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 12,5 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 50 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 100 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 6,03 3 1,5 0,75 0,37 l1 (A) 9,1 18,2 36,4 72,8 145,5 Power losses (W) 100 150 200 300 450 51568 52352 52353 52354 51569 References

Tuning order: 2,7 (135 Hz) Power restored by the DR/capacitor assembly L (mH) 6,25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 12,5 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 50 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 100 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 12,56 6,63 3,14 1,57 0,78 l1 (A) 9,3 17,6 37,2 74,5 149 Power losses (W) 100 150 200 400 600 51563 51564 51565 51566 51567 References

For other voltages and/or frequancy, please contact us.

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Dimensions

5
Tuning order: 4,3 (215 Hz) Fixing centre distance (mm) 110 x 87 205 x 110 205 x 110 205 x 120 ou 205 x 130 205 x 120 Maximum dimensions (mm) H 230 230 230 270 W 200 245 240 260 D 140 140 140 160 8,6 12 18,5 25 Weight (kg)

Power restored by the DR / capacitors assembly 6,25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 12,5 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 50 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz

100 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz

330

380

220

42

Tuning order: 3,8 (190 Hz) Power restored by the DR / capacitors assembly 6,25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 12,5 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 50 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz Fixing centre distance (mm) 110 x 87 205 x 110 205 x 110 205 x 120 or 205 x 130 205 x 120 Maximum dimensions (mm) H 230 230 230 270 W 200 245 240 260 D 140 140 140 160 8,5 10 18 27 Weight (kg)

100 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz

330

380

220

42

Tuning order: 2,7 (135 Hz) Power restored by the DR / capacitors assembly 6,25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 12,5 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 25 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 50 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz 100 kvar/400 V - 50 Hz Fixing centre distance (mm) 110 x 87 205 x 110 205 x 110 205 x 120 or 205 x 130 205 x 120 Maximum dimensions (mm) H 230 230 230 270 330 W 200 245 240 260 380 D 140 145 140 160 220 9 13 22 32 57 Weight (kg)

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Detuned reactors / capacitor / contactor combination tables

Maximum temperature 40C et maximum altitude 2000 m, for 400 V - 50 Hz network

480 V capacitors Qc = 400 V 6,25 kvar 12,5 kvar 25 kvar 50 kvar 100 kvar Qc = 480 V 8 kvar 15,5 kvar 31 kvar 62 kvar 124 kvar Capacitor reference 51337 x 1 51331 x1 51331 x 2 51335 x 2 + 51333 51335 x 4 + 51333 x 2 fr =135 Hz DR reference 51563 x 1 51564 x 1 51565 x 1 51566 x 1 51567 x 1 Specific contactors LC1-DFK11M7 x1 LC1-DFK11M7 x 1 LC1-DMK11M7 x 7 LC1-DWK12M7 x 1 Standard contactor LC1D12 x1 LC1D25 x 1 LC1D38 x 1 LC1D95 x 1 LC1D115 x 1

480 V capacitors Qc = 400 V 6,25 kvar 12,5 kvar 25 kvar 50 kvar 100 kvar Qc = 480 V 9 kvar 17 kvar 34 kvar 68 kvar 136 kvar Capacitor reference 51327 x 1 5133 x 1 51333 x 2 51335 x 3 51335 x 6

fr =215Hz DR reference 51573 x 1 52404 x 1 52405 x 1 52406 x 1 52407 x 1

fr = 190 Hz DR reference 51568 x 1 52352 x 1 52353 x 1 52354 x 1 51569 x 1 Specific contactors LC1-DFK11M7 x1 LC1-DFK11M7 x 1 LC1-DMK11M7 x 7 LC1-DWK12M7 x 1 Standard contactor LC1D12 x1 LC1D25 x 1 LC1D38 x 1 LC1D95 x 1 LC1D115 x 1

Maximum temperature 50C et maximum altitude 1000 m, for 400 V - 50 Hz network

550 V capacitors Qc = 400 V 6,25 kvar 12,5 kvar 25 kvar 50 kvar 100 kvar Qc = 550 V 10,5 kvar 21 kvar 40,5 kvar 81 kvar 162 kvar Capacitor reference 51363 x 1 51363 x 2 51353 x 3 51357 x 3 + 51353 x 2 51357 x 9 fr =135 Hz DR reference 51563 x 1 51564 x 1 51565 x 1 51566 x 1 51567 x 1 Specific contactors LC1-DFK11M7 x1 LC1-DGK11M7 x 1 LC1-DPK11M7 x 7 LC1-DWK12M7 x 1 Standard contactor LC1D12 x1 LC1D25 x 1 LC1D40x 1 LC1D95 x 1 LC1F185 x 1

550 V capacitors Qc = 400 V 6,25 kvar 12,5 kvar 25 kvar 50 kvar 100 kvar Qc = 550 V 11,5 kvar 23 kvar 46 kvar 90 kvar 180 kvar Capacitor reference 51351 x 1 51351 x 2 51357 x 1 + 51353 x 2 51357 x 5 51357 x 10

fr =215Hz DR reference 51573 x 1 52404 x 1 52405 x 1 52406 x 1 52407 x 1

fr = 190 Hz DR reference 51568 x 1 52352 x 1 52353 x 1 52354 x 1 51569 x 1 Specific contactors LC1-DFK11M7 x1 LC1-DGK11M7 x 1 LC1-DPK11M7 x 7 LC1-DWK12M7 x 1 Standard contactor LC1D12 x1 LC1D25 x 1 LC1D40 x 1 LC1D95 x 1 LC1F185 x 1

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Varlogic power factor

Presentation Our range Dimensions

p. 46 p. 48 p. 49

Presentation
General information
Varlogic N power factor controller: analyses and provides information on network characteristics controls the reactive power required to obtain the target power factor monitors and provides information on equipment status communicates on the Modbus network (Varlogic NRC12 only)

Varlogic NR6 and NR12

User-friendly interface The backlignted display allows: direct viewing of installation electrical information and capacitor stage condition direct reading of set-up configuration intuitive browsing in the various menus (indication, commisioning, configuration) alarm indication Performance access to a wealth of network and capacitor bank data new control algorithm designed to reduce the number of switching operations and quickly attain the required power factor Simplified installation and set-up quick and simple mounting and wiring insensitive to current transformer polarity and phase rotation polarity a special menu allows controller self-configuration

Varlogic NRC12
An even greater level of information and control In addition to the functions of Varlogic NR6/NR12, the Varlogic NRC12 provides the following features: measurement of total current harmonic distortion spectral analysis of network harmonic currents and voltages immediate display of networks main parameters possibility of a dual target power factor possible configuration with fixed step step condition monitoring (capacitance loss)

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Presentation
Technical data
General data Operating temperature: 0...60 C Storage temperature : - 20C...60C Colour: RAL 7016 Standards: EMC : IEC 61326 electrical: IEC/EN 61010-1 Panel mounting Mounting on 35 mm DIN rail (EN 50022) Protection class in panel mounting: Front face: IP41 rear face: IP20 Display : NR6, NR12: backlighted screen 65 x 21 mm NRC12: backlighted graphic screen 55 x 28 mm langues : allemand, anglais, espagnol, franais et portugais Alarm contact Temperature internal probe Seperate contact to control fan inside the power factor correction bank Access to history of alarms Inputs Phase to phase or neutral to phase connection Insensitive to CT polarity Insensitive to phase rotation polarity Current input: NR6, NR12: CT...X/5 A NRC12: CT...X/5 A and X/1 A Outputs Potential free output contacts: AC : 1 A/400 V, 2 A/250 V, 5 A/120 V DC : 0,3 A/110 V, 0,6 A/60 V, 2 A/24 V Settings and parameters Target cos : 0,85 ind...0,9 cap Possibility of dual target cos (NRC12) Manual or automatic parameter setting of power factor controller Choice of different stepping programs: linear normal circular optimal Main step sequences: 1.1.1.1.1 1.2.2.2.2 1.2.3.4.4 1.1.2.2.2 1.2.3.3.3 1.2.4.4.4 1.1.2.3.3 1.2.4.8.8 Customized sequences for NRC12 type Delay between 2 successive switch on of a same step: NR6, NR12 : 10...600 s NRC12 : 10...900 s Step configuration programming (fixed/automatic/disconnected) (NRC12) 4 quadrant operation for generator application (NRC12) Manual control for operating test

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Our range
Type NR6 NR12 NRC12 6 12 12 Number of step output contacts Supply voltage (V) network 50-60 Hz 110-220/240-380/415 110-220/240-380/415 110-220/240-380/415 Varlogic NRC12 accessories Communication RS485 Modbus set for NRC12 Temperature external probe for NRC12 type. In addition to internal probe, allows measurement at the lowest point inside the capacitor bank. Better tuning of alarm and/or disconnection level. 52451 52452 Measuring voltage (V) 110/220/240-380/415 110-220/240-380/415 110-220/240-380/415-690 52448 52449 52450 References

Information supplied Cos Connected steps Switching cycles and connecting time counter Step configuration (fixed step, automatic, disconnected) Step output contacts Network technical data: load and reactive currents, voltages, powers (S, P, Q) Ambiant temperature inside the cubicle Total voltage harmonic distortion THD (U) Total current harmonic distortion THD (I) Capacitor current overload Irms/I1 Voltage and curretn harmonic spectrum (orders 3, 5, 7, 11, 13) History of alarms Alarms Low power factor Hunting (unstable regulation) Abnormal cos Overcompensation Overcurrent Low voltage Overvoltage Overtemperature > 115 % I1 < 80 % U0 within 1 s > 110 % U0 o (o = 50C max) (1) < 0,5 ind. or 0,8 cap. Threshold Actions message and alarm contact message and alarm contact disconnection (2) message and alarm contact message and alarm contact message and alarm contact message and alarm contact disconnection (2) message and alarm contact disconnection (2) message and alarm contact disconnection (2) contact ventilateur disconnection (2) message and alarm contact disconnection (2) message and alarm contact disconnection (2) message and alarm contact disconnection (2) message

NR6/NR12 X X X

NRC12 X X X X X

X X X

X X X X X X

X NR6/NR12 X X X X X X X X X X

X NRC12 X X X X X X X X X X

o- 15C Total harmonic distorsion > 7 % (1)

Capacitor current overload (Irms/I1) Capacitor capacitance loss

> 1,5 (1)

- 25 %

X X X

Low current

< 25 %

P.48

Dimensions

6
Height (H) 150 150 Width (W) 150 150 Depth 1 (P1) 70 80 Depth 2 (P2) 60 70

Varlogic N Varlogic NR6/NR12 Varlogic NRC12

P.48

Power factor correction modules

Varpact presentation Our range according to the network Varpact Accessories for Varpact power factor correction modules

p. 51 p. 53 p. 54 p. 58

Varpact presentation

General information
Varpact power factor correction modules form a prewired automatic compensation subassembly designed for fixing in stand-alone cubicles or inside Main Low Voltage Switchboard.

What are the advantages of Varpact?

Time saving thanks to a simple installation: Connection points are reduced Busbar option easier installation Only 1 product to order instead of many (capacitors, contactors, wires, protection...) Fastening crosspieces to install Varpact in the cubicle

Technical data
Available voltage and frequency: 50 Hz : 400 V, 415 V Other networks on request Capacitance value tolerance : - 5, +10 % Insulation level: 0,69 kV withstand 50 Hz, 1 min : 2,5 kV. Maximum permissible overloads: current : Varpact Classic range: 30 % max. (400 V) Varpact Comfort range: 50 % max. (400 V) Varpact Harmony range: - accord 2,7 : 12 % max. (400 V) - accord 3,8 : 19 % max. (400 V) - accord 4,3 : 30 % max. (400 V). voltage : 10 % Ambient temperature around the capacitor bank (electrical room): Maximum temperature: 40C Average temperature over 24 hours: 35C Average annual temperature: 25C Minimum temperature: -5C. Losses : Varpact Classic : - with cable connection: < 1,9 W / kvar - with busbar connection: < 2 W / kvar Varpact Comfort : - with cable connection: < 2,3 W / kvar - with busbar connection: < 2,4 W / kvar Varpact Harmony : < 8 W / kvar Protection degree: accidentals front face direct contact protection device Busbar withstand Isc: 35 kA. Colour : RAL 7016 Standards : IEC 60439-1 EN 60439-1 IEC 61921

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Varpact presentation (continued)

Installation
Varpact modules can be installed in the following type of cubicles: Prisma, Prisma plus Universal Horizontal fixing in functional and universal cubicles, 400 and 500 mm deep: in cubicle W = 650, 700, 800 using fastening crosspieces ans extension pieces en cubicles de largeur L = 600 mm using fastening crosspieces Vertical fastening every 300 mm (maximum 5 modules) directly to cubicle uprights using sliding crosspieces or to intermediate upright support Control circuit power supply: 230 V 50 Hz.

Accessories
Accessories for Varpact Connection module with fixing kit (600, 650, 700, 800 wide cubicle) Fastening crosspieces*: set of 2 crosspieces Extension pieces* : for Prisma Plus cubicle W = 650 mm for universal cubicle W = 700 mm for universal cubicle W = 800 mm Circuit breaker (CB) protection* : Additional CB 60/63 A protection kit Additional CB 100 A protection kit Additional CB 160 A protection kit Additional CB 250 A protection kit Maximum reactive power References 52800 51670

51635 51637 51639 until 30 kvar from 31 to 50 kvar from 51 to 80 kvar from 81 to 120 kvar 51626 51627 51628 51629

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Our range according to the network

Find the page corresponding to your network thanks to the table below.

Classic range 50 Hz network 400/415 V network p.49

Comfort range p.51

Harmony range p.52

Other voltages / frequency: on request.

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Varpact

400 V - 50 Hz network
Varpact Classic with cable connection Power (kvar) 12,5 25 30 40 45 50 60 80 90 100 120 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 10 + 20 15 + 15 20 + 20 15 + 30 30 + 30 20 + 40 25 + 50 30 + 60 40 + 40 45 + 45 50 + 50 40 + 80 60 + 60 Step single single single single single single single single single single single double double double double double double double double double double double double double double double References 51775 51776 51777 51778 51779 51780 51781 51719 51782 51783 51784 51785 51786 51787 51788 51789 51790 51791 51792 51793 51794 51795 51729 51796 51797 51798 Varpact Classic with cable connection

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Varpact (continued)

400 V - 50 Hz network
Varpact Classic with busbar connection Power (kvar) 12,5 25 30 40 45 50 60 80 90 100 120 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 10 + 20 15 + 15 20 + 20 15 + 30 30 + 30 20 + 40 25 + 50 30 + 60 40 + 40 45 + 45 50 + 50 40 + 80 60 + 60 Step single single single single single single single single single single single double double double double double double double double double double double double double double double References 51950 51951 51952 51953 51954 51977 51978 51967 51979 51980 51981 51982 51983 51984 51985 51986 51987 51988 51989 51990 51991 51992 51970 51993 51994 51995 Varpact Classic with busbar connection

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Varpact (continued)

400 V - 50 Hz network
Varpact Comfort with cable connection Power (kvar) 15 20 25 30 35 45 60 70 90 15 + 15 15 + 30 15 + 45 30 + 30 30 + 60 45 + 45 Step single single single single single single single single single double double double double double double References 51801 51803 51805 51807 51809 51811 51813 51816 51817 51818 51819 51820 51821 51822 51823 Varpact Comfort with cable connection

Varpact Comfort with busbar connection

Power (kvar) 15 20 25 30 35 45 60 70 90 15 + 15 15 + 30 15 + 45 30 + 30 30 + 60 45 + 45 single single single single single single single single single double double double double double double

Step 51740 51741 51742 51743 51744 51745 51746 51747 51748 51749 51750 51751 51752 51753 51754

References

Varpact Comfort with busbar connection

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Varpact (continued)

400 V - 50 Hz network
Varpact Harmony with cable connection

Rang daccord 2,7 (135 Hz)

Power (kvar) 6,25 + 6,25 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 12,5 25 50

Step double double double single single single double double double single single single double double double single single single

References 51916 51917 51918 51919 51920 51921 51925 51926 51927 51928 51929 51930 51934 51935 51936 51937 51938 51939 Varpact Harmony with cable connection

3,8 (190 Hz)

6,25 + 6,25 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 12,5 25 50

4,3 (215 Hz)

6,25 + 6,25 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 12,5 25 50

Varpact Harmony with busbar connection Rang daccord 2,7 (135 Hz) Power (kvar) 6,25 + 6,25 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 12,5 25 50 3,8 (190 Hz) 6,25 + 6,25 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 12,5 25 50 4,3 (215 Hz) 6,25 + 6,25 6,25 + 12,5 12,5 + 12,5 12,5 25 50 Step double double double single single single double double double single single single double double double single single single References 51757 51759 51761 51763 51765 51767 51653 51654 51655 51656 51657 51658 51501 51503 51505 51509 51511 51512

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Accessories for Varpact modules

Connection module

Ref. 52800 It is used to connect: the power and control cables for the power factor correction module contactors ( maximum 5 power factor correction modules) the cubicle supply cables

a cubicle W = 600 b cubicle W = 650 ou 700 c cubicle W = 800 O 3 power connection bars (800 A max.) marked L1, L2, L3 P Voltage transformer supplying the contactor coils 400/230 V, 250 VA Q Control circuit safety fuses R Contactor control distribution terminal block S Sliding crosspieces for mounting in cubicles 400 et 500 mm deep T Extension pieces for mounting in cubicles 650, 700 ou 800 mm wide U Power factor correction module connection: 5 holes 10 per phase V Customers incoming cable connection: 2 x M12 bolts per phase To make it easier to connect the supply cables, we recommended that the connection module be installed at least 20 cm from the ground. It is supplied with: 4 crosspieces 2extension pieces

2 fastening crosspieces (ref. 51670)

Fastening crosspieces for Varpact Classic et Comfort

Ref. 51670 Specially designed horizontal crosspieces allow easy installation of power factor correction modules in all types of functional and universal cubicles 400 or 500 mm deep. Crosspoieces automatically ensure that the module is correctly positioned at the right depth and maintain a distance of 55 mm between modules. Crosspieces are sold in pairs and must be ordered separately.

Extension pieces for cubicles W = 700 et W = 800 with Varpact Classic and Comfort

Ref. 51637 and 51639 They are used to extend power factor correction modules for use in cubicle of 700 and 800 mm wide. Extension pieces are supplied with the 4 screws required to attach them to the module.

Extension pieces for cubicles W = 650 (ref. 51635) W = 700 (ref. 51637) W =800 (ref. 51639)

Extension pieces for Prisma Plus cubicle W = 650 with Varpact Classic and Comfort
Ref. 51635 It allows module to be attached directly to Prisma Plus cubicle uprights. Extension piece is supplied with the 4 screws required to attach it to the module.

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Accessories for Varpact modules

Circuit breaker kit for Varpact Classic and Comfort

Ref. 51626, 51627, 51628, 51629 It enables to ensures individual and visible circuit breaking of each capacitor step.

Retrofit kit
Ref. 51617, 51619, 51633 Set of pieces using for installation and connection of Varpact in functional and universal existing cubicles. It is necessary to choose a Varpact module and to order separately associated retrofit kit Retrofit kit For P400 power factor correction module For P400 DR power factor correction module For L600 power factor correction modules For Rectimat 2 capacitor bank in cubicle Standard and H type References 51617 51619 on request 51633

Retrofit kit

Circuit breaker kit

P.59

Power factor correction

Varset presentation Our range according to the network Varset Direct Varset Varset fast Dimensions

p. 61 p. 63 p. 64 p. 68 p. 76 p. 77

Varset presentation

Varset is a capacitor bank composed of Varplus capacitors protected or not by an incoming circuit breaker. It is presented in enclosures or cubicles with different height. It is available in Classic, Comfort and Harmony range.

What are the advantages of Varset?

An easy installation: complete solution ready to be connected and used on site no additional power supply needed A safe technology: protection against direct contacts thanks to the protection plate each capacitor bank is 100% tested in the manufacturing plant (following IEC standard) A specific solution according to your need: fixed power factor correction Varset direct automatic power factor correction Varset fast automatic power factor correction Varset fast

Technical data
Capacitance value tolerance : -5, +10 % Maximum permissible overcurrent: 30 % under 400 V for Classic, Comfort and Harmony 4.3 ranges 19 % under 400 V for Harmony 3.8 range 12 % under 400 V for Harmony 2.7 range Maximum permissible over voltage (8 h over 24 h according to IEC 60831) : 10 % Insulation level : 0.69 kV withstand 50 Hz 1 min : 2.5 kV Ambient temperature around the equipment (electrical room): maximum temperature: 40C Average temperature over 24 hours : 35C Average annual temperature: 25C Minimum temperature: -5C Degree of protection: IP31 (except on outlet fan: IP21D) Protection against direct contacts (opened door) Load shedding (main-standby) Transformer 400/230 V included Colour : RAL 9001 Standards : IEC 60439-1, EN 60439-1, IEC 61921

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Varset presentation (continued)

Installation
Enclosure: wall mounting or by free standing plinth (accessory) with top connection of power cables Cubicle: free standing cubicle with bottom connection of power cables to the busbar pads The CT (not supplied) has to be placed upstream from the capacitor bank and loads It is not necessary to provide a 230 V - 50Hz power supply to supply the contactor coils.

Options
Top connection Extension Fixed base compensation (for automatic capacitor banks) Please consult us for other options

Accessoires pour Varset Socle pour fixation au sol des enclosures C1 et C2

Rfrences 65980

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Our products according to the network

Find the page corresponding to your network thanks to the table below.

Fixed power factor correction

Automatic power factor correction

Fast power factor correction Varset Fast

Varset Direct Classic 230 V network 400/415 V network p.59 p.60

Varset Direct Comfort

Varset Direct Harmony

Varset Classic

Varset Comfort

Varset Harmony

Rseau 50 Hz p.61 p.62 p.63 p.65 p.67 p.71

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Varset Direct

230 V - 50 Hz network, fixed compensation

Varset Direct Classic without incoming circuit breaker Power (kvar) 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 References 65884 65886 65888 65890 65892 65894 65896 65898

Varset Direct Classic with incoming circuit breaker

Power (kvar) 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60

Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2

Circuit breaker NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS160 NS160 NS250 NS250

References 65885 65887 65889 65891 65893 65895 65897 65899

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Varset Direct (continued)

400/415 V - 50 Hz network, fixed compensation

Varset Direct Classic without incoming circuit breaker Power (kvar) 5 7,5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 80 100 120 140 160 Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 References 65666 65668 65670 65672 65674 65676 65678 65680 65682 65684 65686 65688 65690 65692 65694

Varset Direct Classic with incoming circuit breaker Power (kvar) 5 7,5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 80 100 120 140 160 Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure A1 enclosure A1 Circuit breaker NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS160 NS160 NS250 NS250 NS400 NS400 References 65667 65669 65671 65673 65675 65677 65679 65681 65683 65685 65687 65689 65691 65693 65695

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Varset Direct (continued)

400/415 V - 50 Hz network, fixed compensation

Varset Direct Comfort without incoming circuit breaker Power (kvar) 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 75 90 105 120 Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 References 65766 65768 65770 65772 65774 65776 65778 65780 65782 65784 65786 65788

Varset Direct Comfort with incoming circuit breaker Power (kvar) 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 75 90 105 120 Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 Circuit breaker NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS160 NS160 NS250 NS250 NS250 NS250 References 65767 65769 65771 65773 65775 65777 65779 65781 65783 65785 65787 65789

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Varset Direct (continued)

400/415 V - 50 Hz network, fixed compensation
Varset Direct Harmony without incoming circuit breaker Power (kvar) 6,25 12,5 25 37,5 50 75 100 125 150 Type cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 References 65866 65888 65870 65872 65874 65876 65878 65880 65882

Varset Diirect Harmony with incoming circuit breaker Power (kvar) 6,25 12,5 25 37,5 50 75 100 125 150 Type cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 Circuit breaker NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS100 NS250 NS250 NS250 NS400 References 65867 65869 65871 65873 65875 65877 65879 65881 65883

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Varset

400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation

Varset Classic without incoming circuit breaker Power(kvar) 7,5 10 12,5 15 17,5 20 22,5 25 27,5 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 90 100 105 120 135 140 150 160 165 180 195 200 210 Step (kvar) 2.5 2.5 2.5 5 2.5 5 7.5 5 2.5 10 5 5 10 5 15 5 10 5 10 5 5 10 15 20 15 10 20 15 15 20 15 20 15 20 15 20 15 40 15 Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 cubicle A1 enclosure C2 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A2 cubicle A1 cubicle A2 References 52831 52833 52835 52837 52839 52841 52843 52845 52847 52849 52851 52853 52855 52857 52859 52861 52863 52865 52867 52869 52871 52873 52875 52877 52879 52881 52883 52885 52887 52889 52891 52893 52895 52897 52899 52901 52903 52905 52907 1140 1200 1020 1080 660 720 780 840 900 960 510 520 540 570 600 450 480 390 400 420 320 330 360 280 300 270 Power(kvar) 225 240 Step (kvar) 15 30 40 15 30 40 60 30 40 30 30 40 30 10 60 30 30 60 40 30 40 60 30 40 60 60 60 60 60 60 120 60 60 60 120 60 60 120 Type cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A1 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 References 52909 52911 52913 52915 52917 52919 52921 52923 52925 52927 52929 52931 52933 52935 52937 52939 52941 52943 52945 52947 52949 52951 52953 52955 52957 52959 52961 52963 52965 52967 52969 52971 52973 52975 52977 52979 52981 52983

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Varset (continued)

400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation

Varset Classic with incoming circuit breaker Power(kvar) 7,5 10 12,5 15 17,5 20 22,5 25 27,5 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 90 100 105 120 135 140 150 160 165 180 195 200 Step (kvar) 2.5 2.5 2.5 5 2.5 5 7.5 5 2.5 10 5 5 10 5 15 5 10 5 10 5 5 10 15 20 15 10 20 15 15 20 15 20 15 20 15 20 15 40 Type enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 cubicle A2 enclosure C2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 References 52832 52834 52836 52838 52840 52842 52844 52846 52848 52850 52852 52854 52856 52858 52860 52862 52864 52866 52868 52870 52872 52874 52876 52878 52880 52882 52884 52886 52888 52890 52892 52894 52896 52898 52900 52902 52904 52906 1140 1200 1020 1080 660 720 780 840 900 960 510 520 540 570 600 450 480 390 400 420 320 330 360 280 300 270 Power(kvar) 225 240 Step (kvar) 15 30 40 15 30 40 60 30 40 30 30 40 30 10 60 30 30 60 40 30 40 60 30 40 60 60 60 60 60 60 120 60 60 60 120 60 60 120 Type cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A1 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 References 52910 52912 52914 52916 52918 52920 52922 52924 52926 52928 52930 52932 52934 52936 52938 52940 52942 52944 52946 52948 52950 52952 52954 52956 52958 52960 52962 52964 52966 52968 52970 52972 52974 52976 52978 52980 52982 52984

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Varset (continued)

400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation

400/415 V network Varset Comfort without incoming circuit breaker

Power(kvar) 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 150 180 210 240 270 315 360 405 450 495 540 585 630 675 720 765 810 855 900

Step (kvar) 7,5 7,5 7,5 15 15 15 15 15 30 30 30 30 45 45 45 90 45 90 45 90 45 90 45 90 45 90

Type enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A1 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4

References 65501 65503 65505 65507 65509 65511 65513 65515 65517 65519 65521 65523 65525 65527 65529 65531 65533 65535 65537 65539 65541 65543 65545 65547 65549 65551

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Varset (continued)

400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation

Varset Comfort with incoming circuit breaker

Power(kvar) 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 150 180 210 240 270 315 360 405 450 495 540 585 630 675 720 765 810 855 900

Step 7,5 7,5 7,5 15 15 15 15 15 30 30 30 30 45 45 45 90 45 90 45 90 45 90 45 90 45 90

Type enclosure C1 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 enclosure C2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4

References 65500 65502 65504 65506 65508 65510 65512 65514 65516 65518 65520 65522 65524 65526 65528 65530 65532 65534 65536 65538 65540 65542 65544 65546 65548 65550

P.71

Varset (continued)
400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation
Varset Harmony without incoming circuit breaker Tuning order
2,7 (135 Hz)

Power(kvar)
12 25 37 50 62 75

Step (kvar)
6,25 12,5 12,5 12,5 12,5 25 12,5

Type
cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 + A3 cubicle A4 + A3 cubicle A4 + A3 cubicle A4 +A4 cubicle A4 + A4 cubicle A4 +A4 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3

References
65601 65603 65639 65607 65609 65611 65613 65615 65617 65619 65621 65623 65625 65627 65629 65631 65633 65635 65637 65639 65641 65643 65645 65647 65649 65651 65653 65655 65657 65659 65661 65663 65665 65701 65703 65705 65707 65709 65711 65713 65715 65717 65719 65721 65723 65725 65727 65729 65731 65733

100

25 12,5

125 137 150

25 12,5 25 50

175 200 225 250 275 300 350 375 400 450 500 550 600

25 50 25 50 25 50 50 25 50 50 50 50 50 100

700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 3,8 (190 Hz) 12 25 37 50 62 75

10 100 100 100 100 100 6,25 12,5 12,5 12,5 12,5 25 12,5

100

25 12,5

125 137 150

25 12,5 25 50

175 200 225 250

25 50 25 50

P.72

Varset (continued)
400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation
Varset Harmony without incoming circuit breaker (continued) Tuning order
3,8 (190 Hz) 275 300 350 375 400 450 500 550 600

8
Step
25 50 50 25 50 50 50 50 50 100

Power(kvar)

Type
cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 +A3 cubicle A4 + A3 cubicle A4 +A3 cubicle A4 + A4 cubicle A4 + A4 cubicle A4 +A4 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 +A3 cubicle A4 +A3 cubicle A4 + A3 cubicle A4 +A4 cubicle A4 + A4 cubicle A4 + A4

References
65735 65737 65739 65741 65743 65745 65747 65749 65751 65753 65755 65757 65759 65761 65763 65765 65801 65803 65805 65807 65809 65811 65813 65815 65817 65819 65821 65823 65825 65827 65829 65831 65833 65835 65837 65839 65841 65843 65845 65847 65849 65851 65853 65855 65857 65859 65861 65863 65865

700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 4,3 (215 Hz) 12,5 25 37,5 50 62,5 75

10 100 100 100 100 100 6,25 12,5 12,5 12,5 12,5 25 12,5

100

25 12,5

125 137 150

25 12,5 25 50

175 200 225 250 275 300 350 375 400 450 500 550 600

25 50 25 25 50 50 25 50 50 50 50 50 100 10

700 800 900 1000 1100 1200

100 100 100 100 100 100

P.73

Varset (continued)
400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation
Varset Harmony with incoming circuit breaker Tuning order Power(kvar) Step
2,7 (135 Hz) 12 25 37 50 62 75 6,25 12,5 12,5 12,5 12,5 25 12,5 100 25 12,5 125 137 150 25 12,5 25 50 175 200 225 250 275 300 350 375 400 450 500 550 600 25 50 25 50 25 50 50 25 50 50 50 50 50 100 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 3,8 (190 Hz) 12 25 37 50 62 75 10 100 100 100 100 100 6,25 12,5 12,5 12,5 12,5 25 12,5 100 25 12,5 125 137 150 25 12,5 25 50 175 200 225 250 25 50 25 50

Type
cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicleA2 cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B +A4B cubicle A4B + A4B cubicle A4B + A4B cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B

References
65600 65602 65604 65606 65608 65610 65612 65614 65616 65618 65620 65622 65624 65626 65628 65630 65632 65634 65636 65638 65640 65642 65644 65646 65648 65650 65652 65654 65656 65658 65660 65662 65664 65700 65702 65704 65706 65708 65710 65712 65714 65716 65718 65720 65722 65724 65726 65728 65730 65732

P.74

Varset (continued)
400/415 V - 50 Hz network, automatic compensation
Varset Harmony with incoming circuit breaker Tuning order
3,8 (190 Hz) 275 300 350 375 400 450 500 550 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 4,3 (215 Hz) 12 25 37 50 62 75

8
Step
25 50 50 25 50 50 50 50 50 100 10 100 100 100 100 100 6,25 12,5 12,5 12,5 12,5 25 12,5 25 12,5 25 12,5 25 50 25 50 25 50 25 50 50 25 50 50 50 50 50 100 10 100 100 100 100 100

Power(kvar)

Type
cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B + A4B cubicle A4B + A4B cubicle A4B + A4B cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A2 cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A3B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B +A3B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B +A3B cubicle A4B +A3B cubicle A4B + A4B cubicle A4B + A4B

References
65734 65736 65738 65740 65742 65744 65746 65748 65750 65752 65754 65756 65758 65760 65762 65764 65800 65802 65804 65806 65808 65810 65812 65814 65816 65818 65820 65822 65824 65826 65828 65830 65832 65834 65836 65838 65840 65842 65844 65846 65848 65850 65852 65854 65856 65858 65860 65862 65864

100 125 137 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 350 375 400 450 500 550 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200

P.75

Varset Fast
General information
Varset Fast capacitor bank is designed to supply reactive power needed in less than 40 ms.

Advantages
Improves equipment service life Reduces electricity consumption

Characteristics

Network voltage 400 V Frequency 50 Hz Degree of protection IP21D Capacitor rated voltage: 480 V - 50 Hz Rang daccord diponible : 4,3 (215 Hz), 3,8 (150 Hz), 2,7 (135 Hz) Load shedding (main - standby) Insulation level : 690 V, tenue 50 Hz 1 min : 2,5 kV Protection against direct contact (opened door))

Installation
Cubicle: free standing cubicle with bottom connection of power cables to the busbar pads The CT (not supplied) has to be placed upstream from the capacitor bank and loads It is not necessary to provide a 230 V - 50Hz power supply to supply the contactor coils.

Our range
400/415 V network Power (kvar) 100 125 150 150 175 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 Step (kvar) Type 4,3 (215 Hz) 25 25 25 50 25 50 50 50 20 50 50 50 50 50 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 65941 65942 65943 65944 65945 65946 65947 65948 65949 65950 65951 65952 65953 65954 References 3,8 (190 Hz) 65927 65928 65929 65930 65931 65932 65933 65934 65935 65936 65937 65938 65939 65940 2,7 (135 Hz) 65913 65914 65915 65916 65917 65918 65919 65920 65921 65922 65923 65924 65925 65926
D

P.76

Dimensions

8
Width 500 500 550 800 800 1600 2400 3200 1350 2150 3500 4300 Depth 275 275 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600

Type enclosure C1 enclosure C2 cubicle A1 cubicle A2 cubicle A3 cubicle A4 cubicle A4 + A3 cubicle A4 +A4 cubicle A3B cubicle A4B cubicle A4B + A3B cubicle A4B + A4B

Height 450 800 1100 1100 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000

Enclosure C1 without incoming circuit breaker

Enclosure C2 without incoming circuit breaker

Cubicles A1 et A2 without incoming circuit

Cubicle A3 without incoming circuit

Cubicle A4 without incoming circuit

P.77

Harmonic filtering solutions

Presentation

p. 79

Presentation

General information
Harmonic filtering equipment are presented in cubicles. Harmonic filtering solutions comply with IEC 604-39 standard. Three types of solutions are available: Passive filter It is made up of detuned reactors and capacitors tuned on the harmonic frequency of the order to be suppressed. In other words, they are designed to absorb harmonic currents at a particular frequency. In case of more than one order to eliminate, several unit can be associated. A passive filter enables to: correct the power factor benefit from a high capacity of filtering Active filter An active filter cancels harmonics by dynamically injecting out of phase harmonic current. It reduces current distortion that, in turn, reduces voltage distortion Hybrid filter It is made up of a passive filter combined with an active filter in the same cubicle.

Characteristics
Passive filter Network voltage Harmonic order cancelled Reactive power Other voltages and powers on request. 400 V three phase 5th to 11th from 100 kvar to 350 kvar

Active filter Network voltage Harmonic order cancelled Power ratings from 208 to 480 V three-phase from 2nd to 50th up to 300 A per unit Expandable capabilities : parallel up to 10 units with different ratings on one set of current transformer

Hybrid filter Network voltage Passive filter Active filter Reactive power Harmonic order treated 400 V three phase 5th order from 20 A up to 350 kvar (other power on request) 2nd to 25th

P.79

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