Summary

The application of static var compensators using thyristor valves in power transmission systems has been rapidly increasing in the past decade. Nevertheless there is no international standard for testing of thyristor valves for SVC. The scope of the work was limited to SVCs for power transmission systems. SVC for industrial applications (e.g. flicker control, control of voltage fluctuations caused by motor starting) are not in the scope.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 093
Publication year
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees
  • DC systems and power electronics (B4)
Working groups WG 14.01.02
File size 4 MB
Pages number 61
Price for non member 120 €
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Guidelines for testing of thyristor valves for static var compensators
Guidelines for testing of thyristor valves for static var compensators