SYNCHRONOUS CONDENSERS The Grid Reinforcer

Ingeteam Synchronous Condenser Solutions TODAY’S TRANSITION Decarbonization and emission objectives are changing drastically the structure and operation of the energy sector, with an exponential increase of renewable energies, wind and solar. These changes are affecting the maintainability, conservation, and restoration of grid security. Present Centralized power generation Fossil based generation Closed market Passive customers Few consumer data Bulk energy High energy prices New regulations are born with the objective of the integration of renewable energies in a safe way while maintaining...

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS & MAIN SEGMENTS TSO/TNSP/DO Transmission Substations HVDC interconnectors Provides short circuit strength Dynamic reactive power support (voltage regulation) Reduces local harmonic RENEWABLES (WIND/SOLAR) Renewable Power Plant Developers & Manufacturers Increases short circuit ratio (SCR) Dynamic voltage support Provides inertia to improve RoCoF* *Rate Change of Frequency RETROFIT OLD POWER STATION Retrofit old Power Stations Repowering of wind power plants Renewable Power Plant Modern controls and excitation – improved response time Support dynamic voltage regulation and...

Ingeteam Synchronous Condenser Solutions ADVANTAGES AND KEY BENEFITS OF INDARCOMTM High Short Circuit Power Reinforcing the grid and allowing further renewable integration. Approximate SCR at HV Connection (including HV transformer impedances) is 4 times rated overexcited reactive power capacity. Requirements can be adjusted by machine design and/or flywheel addition improving grid stability. Improves Voltage Regulation with continuously adjustable LVRT Low Voltage Ride Through Ingeteam Synchronous reactive power. Condenser remain connected to the Grid in the case of Low Voltage events, supporting...

INGETEAM’S ADDED VALUE Ingeteam has a long experience with more than 80 years of Indar electric rotative machine manufacturing. The solution is designed to provide the highest flexibility, reliability, and availability with low losses. RELIABLE AND ROBUST DESIGN The solution is developed to fulfill the customer’s need and is adapted to the layout of the available space with minimal modification of the existing civil works. GRID CODE COMPLIANCE Ingeteam’s synchronous condensers are based on generators that have been applied in over 100 applications. Resulting in low operational downtime and highest...

Ingeteam Synchronous Condenser Solutions SYNCON & MAIN COMPONENTS STATOR • Röebel bars and coils optimized winding • Class F insulation • Robust stator end winding structure • Optimized air-cooling system • Low losses magnetic core ROTOR • UniformTemperature distribution • Class F insulation • Factory dinamic balancing test • High performance winding dampers • Developed for heavy duty power plants • Caliper braking system STARTER: PONY MOTOR • System acceleration to synchronism • Braking system via VFD EXCITER • Brushless or static configuration • High ceiling voltage and current capabilities...

EXAMPLE OF A MODULAR PACKAGE OF 2 UNITS & MAIN EQUIPMENT The extended scope of the INDARCOM solution will be a bespoke design that will cover the available plot considering optimized space with easy and secure access, operability. Regarding the project supervision and building, there will be a dedicated skilled team working and supporting the smooth running of the project until the handover of the plant. The solution is built-in reduced footprint and has a fast lead time The low voltage distribution system is designed on a container basis as well as the Control & Protection system and the VFD...

Ingeteam Synchronous Condenser Solutions EXCITATION SYSTEM The excitation system (AVR) for these applications is an INDARGRIDTM UF (Ultra-Fast) with PSS (Power System Stabilizer) and RM (Rotor Monitoring). This is an advanced Synchronous Generator Control System designed for improved operation of Grid Connected Synchronous Generators under new Grid Code requirements, supporting the integration of renewable energies. INDARGRID™ is based on the proven technology of Ingeteam´s INGECON WIND & SUN Technology with more than 63 GW of grid connected generators fulfilling worldwide Grid Codes, and a track...

Main Features Thyristor based rectifier and crowbar Wide range of supply voltage Ultrafast and high precision measures Ethernet based communications with cloud storing Multiple rotor monitoring Multiprocessor control system IGBT exciter power stage Fast and accurate grid parameters EXAMPLE OF SIMULATION BASED ON IN HOUSE DEVELOPED MODELS Terminal Voltage Positive-Sequence, Magnitude Ingeteam provides computer original PSSE/ DigSIlent / PSCAD, EMT/ RMS models of the syncon and AVR to run simulations on final grid code requirements. www.ingeteam.com [email protected]

Ingeteam Synchronous Condenser Solutions The solution configuration process can be defined as follows: Analysis Analysis of the Grid Point of Connection’s system requirements Definition and Development Definition and development of the complete Scope of Supply Selection and Integration Selection and Integration of INDARCOM´s ancillary systems Design, Manufacturing and Testing Design, Manufacturing and Testing of INDARCOM, according to customer specification Transport, Site Erection and Commissioning Monitoring and Maintenance Services www.ingeteam.com indarcom@in

GRID CODE COMPLIANCE • Most competitive solution to reduce RoCoF • LVRT (Low Voltage Ride Through) compliant GRID SUPPORT • Local voltage and frequency support during contingencies and faults • Provides short term overload capability www.ingeteam.com indarcom@ingetea

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