K-Factor and transformer losses calculations under harmonics

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Abstract

Transformers are equipment designed to operate perfectly at linear loads. Nowadays with wide use of modern technology requirement and industry needs which utilize nonlinear loads, the transformers are subjected to more nonlinear loads. Many research studied the influence of harmonics upon transformers. This paper focuses on transformer losses calculations for the case study of Mubarak Pumping Station (MPS) with and without passive harmonic filters. Also harmonic indices including K-Factor transformer, Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), Harmonic Loss Factor (FHL) and de-rating of transformer are calculated. When distribution transformer is operating under harmonic load, the value of load losses is increased, while the no load losses increased with a little amount. No load losses of a distribution transformer under harmonic loads can increase its operating cost. K-Factor calculation depends upon the fundamental current and the harmonic current components, and it is an indicative value of the harmonic contents in the power system.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 18th International Middle-East Power Systems Conference, MEPCON 2016 - Proceedings
EditorsOmar H. Abdalla
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages753-758
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781467390637
DOIs
StatePublished - 30 Jan 2017
Externally publishedYes
Event18th International Middle-East Power Systems Conference, MEPCON 2016 - Cairo, Egypt
Duration: 27 Dec 201629 Dec 2016

Publication series

Name2016 18th International Middle-East Power Systems Conference, MEPCON 2016 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference18th International Middle-East Power Systems Conference, MEPCON 2016
Country/TerritoryEgypt
CityCairo
Period27/12/1629/12/16

Keywords

  • K-FACTOR
  • Point of Common Coupling Conduction (PCC)
  • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

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