Summary

This technical brochure provides guidance for system planners and designers to choose the optimal DC voltage for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) grids. This includes a clear technical definition for the “DC voltage” in line with current practices and standards, a list of recommended values based on technical considerations and drivers from system planning, and a flowchart to guide the selection of the optimal voltage for individual projects.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 684
Publication year 2017
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees DC systems and power electronics (B4), Power system development and economics (C1)
Working groups JWG B4/C1.65
File size 3 MB
Pages number 67
Price for non member 130 €
Price for member Free

Authors

SIVIERO

Recommended voltages for HVDC grids
Recommended voltages for HVDC grids