Summary

Conversion of existing AC lines to DC operation is generally considered the most effective way of increasing the power capability of the lines, especially for stability-constrained AC lines. Conversion to DC includes several aspects such as DC insulator dimensioning, and DC corona and field effects. The brochure gives information on these aspects and provides methods for their calculation.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 583
Publication year 2014
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees Overhead lines (B2)
Working groups WG B2.41
File size 2 MB
Pages number 103
Price for non member 200 €
Price for member Free
Guide to the conversion of existing AC lines to DC operation
Guide to the conversion of existing AC lines to DC operation