In the design and manufacturer of series harmonic filters, the laminated magnetic core, around which the coils are wound is of crucial importance. The linearity of the filter’s magnetic characteristics is paramount. Any non-linearity can result in increased power losses (and associated temperature rise) and an increase in audible noise, especially in the areas adjacent in the air gaps.
Run of magnetic flux : a) Standard core. B) Patented multigap core design
The design of the magnetic cores allows for a constant value of inductance irrespective of a wide range of changes in the filter current (magnetic linearity), reducing the audible noise level generated and eliminating the external magnetic field (see diagram). Consequently, the additional losses in the core, winding and structural elements are all reduced. The result is the series passive harmonic filters and other products are more efficient, have less power losses, lower operating temperatures and reduced audible noise compared to competitors.
SPQ-EF3H Series Harmonic Filters
The standard range is 4kW/5HP to 2625kW/3500HP, in voltages from 380V to 690V, 50Hz or 60Hz, in enclosures IP00, IP20, IP23, IP54 and IP66 and ambient temperatures to 55 deg C. General specification is shown below.
SPQ-EF3H harmonic filters are highly efficient with performance levels of <5% Ithd. Another important feature is the capacitive current at no-load being <15%. This ensures capacitor bank disconnection is not required at no or light loads.
Typical performance of SPQ-EF3H series passive harmonic filter on 110kW VFD:
Current waveform and harmonic current spectrum for VFD at 96% load. No line reactor (Ithd 74.39%)
Current waveform and harmonic current spectrum for VFD at 96% load. SPQ-EF3H harmonic filter connected <5% lthd
Harmonic filters for panel builders and retrofits (to 110kW)
We have collectively introduced the innovative SPQ-EF3H three phase harmonic filter design for the hanging vertical position. This is ideal for retrofits (can be mounted on the wall) and for electrical panel builders as it can be installed inside a panel or switchboard thus saving valuable floor space.
Range is from 4kW/5HP to 110kW/150HP in IP00 and IP20 formats. Higher IP ratings available on request.
IP00, 22kW SPQ-EF3H harmonic filter- vertical mounting
IP20, 90kW SPQ-EF3H harmonic filter-vertical mounting
For dimensions of EF3H IP21 harmonic filters please click here.
SPQ-EF3H series harmonic filters (from 110kW/200HP to 2625kW/3500HP)
For applications above 110kW, wall mounting series harmonic filters are not available. Traditional floor mounted versions are therefore offered in powers to 2625kW/3500HP for AC VFD, DC SCR drive and other rectifier applications.
Specification as per advised with <5% Ithd performance, <20% kVAr to 110kW. Above 110kW, <15% kVAr at no load. Operation up to 55 deg C. The range of enclosure options from IP00 to IP66.
Special marine and offshore rated designs are available, encompassing thermal reactor monitoring, capacitor protection and if required, PQ (power quality) monitoring can be provided. Marine deck proof enclosures to IP66 also available.
1 of 315kW (IP23) and 4 off 400kW (IP54) filters
Example of reactor design
and quality
500kVAr, 600V/60Hz NEMA3R filter for North American market.
15 of 600kVA, IP54, 55 C SPQ-EF3H harmonic filters for ESP oilfield application in Saudi Arabia (desertified design).
Enclosure options
There are a number of harmonic filter enclosure options (IP00 to IP66), this combined with two hundred and eighty (280) harmonic filter variants spread over seven voltage/frequency ranges, means It is not feasible or possible to detail all the dimensions and nett weight information on this website.
Harmonic filter enclosure options available from IP00 to IP66.
RiteSineLab harmonic estimation software
Harmonic estimation software is now available to model drive applications using up to ten (10) nodes for AC and DC drives AND programmable current sources. The full range of series passive harmonic filters can also be selected for harmonic mitigation simulation. The programme automatically selects the appropriate filter from the designated database.
The harmonic voltage and currents are modelled to the 50th order (for standards compliance) and also up to 100th order. The Urms and Irms waveforms and associated spectra is available for each node.
An example of RiteSineLab harmonic modelling a single line diagram (with 3% AC line reactors in each VFD; 4% in the DC SCR drive) is illustrated :
Example of line voltage and phase current waveforms (all three waveforms can be displayed) for Phase one, Node 1 (LHS). Note that the line notching is due to the DC drive connected to Node 9:
Phase One voltage waveform
Phase one current waveform
Phase One voltage spectra
Phase One current spectra
Comprehensive reports in pdf form will be downloadable including compliance or otherwise with IEEE 519 (1992), IEEE 519 (2014) and other standards.
Innovative 12 pulse transformer with integrated passive filter
Innovative transformer technology comprises either air cooled or oil-cooled, hermetically sealed 12 pulse phase shift transformers with integrated harmonic filter. This solution, available to 2625kVA not only offers reduced dimensions but also higher efficiency, higher performance (<5% Ithd) and low capacitive current (<5%).
Artist’s impression of 12 pulse oil filled transformer with integrated passive filter for direct MV connection
Schematic of 12 pulse integrated filter for direct connection to LV or MV
250kW air-cooled 12 pulse integrated filter in IP00 (250kW) for 12 pulse VFD
Technical specification
The above solution allows direct connection from MV connection (3.3-33kV) to LV 12 pulse VFDs. For more information or any enquiries please contact us.
Note : Also du/dt and sinewave output filters for VFD applications in the range 4kW to 2625kW are available. For more information click here.
For all your series passive harmonic filters (and sinewave filters) enquiries and applications please contact us.