Key facts
- Brand
- ABB
- Model
- PCS 6000
- Category
- Power Management
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-03-22
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ABB PCS 6000 STATCOM Advanced Power Electronics Manual
The document introduces ABB's Advanced Power Electronics STATCOM designed for arc furnace compensation in Indonesia. It explains the problems caused by arc furnace disturbances on the grid and presents the STATCOM solution that stabilizes voltage, improves power factor, and reduces harmonics.
Technical details include the use of three‑level IGCT phase modules, water‑cooled converter units, and the nominal specifications such as +/-10 MVAr reactive power at 20 kV. Customer benefits and reliability information are also provided.
ABB PCS 6000 specifications
| Plant | Arc Furnace, Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Application | STATCOM |
| Type | PCS 6000 STATCOM single |
| Installation | Indoor |
| Nominal reactive power | +/- 10 MVAr |
| Nominal voltage | 20 kV |
| Nominal frequency | 50 Hz |
| STATCOM Controller | ABB AC 800PEC |
| Ambient conditions | +10°C to +35°C |
Source: ABB PCS 6000 STATCOM Advanced Power Electronics Manual
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Questions answered in these manuals
What is the nominal reactive power of the ABB PCS 6000 STATCOM?
The STATCOM provides a nominal reactive power of +/-10 MVAr.
From: ABB PCS 6000 STATCOM Advanced Power Electronics Manual
What are the ambient temperature limits for the STATCOM installation?
The STATCOM can operate in ambient temperatures from +10 °C to +35 °C.
From: ABB PCS 6000 STATCOM Advanced Power Electronics Manual
What grid‑code issues does the STATCOM address?
It provides steady‑state and dynamic reactive power capability, continuous voltage control, and fault ride‑through behavior.
Where can the PCS 6000 STATCOM be installed?
The device is intended for indoor installation inside a substation building.