Title :
A reversible 560 kVA converter using GTOs
Author_Institution :
Thorn EMI Ltd., Hayes, UK
Abstract :
A reversible high power converter has been built and tested, to replace a motor generator set in a critical application. The converter has several novel features, particularly unconstrained parallel operation on the AC output, a high power and overload rating from a low voltage battery backed DC rail, high efficiency and low harmonic and RFI emission. The power and control circuit and measures to meet stringent performance, reliability, and environmental targets are described. Test results from operation in a `small´ power system, particularly with direct-on-line starting of large induction motors and instantaneous full load take up are presented
Keywords :
power convertors; testing; thyristor applications; 560 kVA; AC output; GTO; control circuit; direct-on-line starting; environmental targets; high efficiency; induction motors; instantaneous full load take up; low RFI emission; low harmonic emission; low voltage battery backed DC rail; overload rating; power circuit; reliability; reversible high power converter; testing; unconstrained parallel operation;
Conference_Titel :
Static Power Conversion, IEE Colloquium on
Conference_Location :
London
