Power converters for pumped storage hydro power plants A while ago we started a series on hydro power generation. Today we invite you to learn about how power converters for hydro applications make the pumped hydro storage more efficient and Read more…
Cell bypass – What you should know Today we will discuss the cell bypass in cell-based medium voltage variable frequency drives (MV VFD). What is the purpose of such bypass? How is it technically implemented? What happens when the bypass Read more…
How to choose a medium voltage VFD:System integration As part of our series on how to choose a medium voltage VFD [1] we have another essential aspect to mention: System integration capability. What does it mean? How does the system Read more…
Testing of Converter Transformers This post discusses some aspects associated with testing of converter transformers. Most tests performed on converter duty (VFD) transformers are same as those specified for power transformers. However, there are also few differences which are highlighted Read more…
LCI versus VSI Technology: Commercial Comparison In our LCI versus VSI series of articles we have intensively discussed the technical aspects and performance of both high-power drive technologies. Based on your feedback you are interested in a commercial comparison as Read more…
Comparison of LCI versus VSI Technology: Myths and Truth We have already discussed the comparison of LCI versus VSI technology quite in detail [1]. However, there is an article [2] in the Internet making a similar comparison of above VFD Read more…
To Gear or not to Gear? “To Gear or not to Gear: That is the question!” Dear readers, it is April 1, the Fool Day. However, we are not going to fool you. Instead, we have just allowed ourselves to Read more…
Easter Contest Easter is just around the corner. And we have an Easter Contest prepared for you. Participate and, with a bit of luck and speed, win a prize. Your task Easter symbols are hiding in our blog. Your task Read more…
Differences between IEC and IEEE design of transformers In this post, we are going to explore some of the differences between IEC and IEEE design of transformers. Our remarks are not valid for VFD transformers only. Instead, most of them Read more…
It Is Webinar Time! Update: Dear visitors, Thank you for your interest. Please note that the webinars are not available anymore. We will consider making a new webinar series in the future. Feel free to contact us in case of Read more…