A Novel Structure of Dynamic Reactive Power Source

This paper puts forward a novel topology of controllable reactor, the structure is based on many small capacity thyristor controlled reactor (TCR) modules and a three-windings transformer connecting to system. The transformer secondary adopts duplex winding structure and each has multi-bank TCR modules being in delta connection. In this topology, the harmonic current injected into the power system is very small. It not only possesses all the functions a traditional TCR has, but also has many other merits such as occupying small floor space, generating little loss, easy implement control and protection scheme, and high reliability etc. A 500 kVar industrial prototype is under construction in Langfang, Hebei province of P.R.China. Digital simulation based on EMTDC/PSCAD and field test were carried out to verify the perfect harmonics characteristics of topology proposed