ABB PCS100 AVC-20 User manual

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2UCD280000E001_c
PCS100 AVC-20
Active Voltage Conditioner
User Manual
© Copyright 2015 ABB, All rights reserved.
— PCS100 AVC-20 250 kVA to 3000 kVA

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ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT
Introduction
A fluctuating voltage supply affects your productivity and the consistency of your operations, leading to a
reduction in the quality of your products and services. This can also lead to increased wear on machinery
components, resulting in a greater number of malfunctions and a reduced life expectancy of your equipment.
The PCS100 AVC-20 is an Active Voltage Conditioner designed to solve these problems. It is a high-performance
power electronic system that responds instantly to power quality events and provides online regulation of
voltage.
Using state of the art power electronics technology the regulation is step-less which minimizes disturbances and
ensures a regulated premium power supply for important loads.
For a comprehensive overview of publications available
for the PCS100 AVC-20, refer to the inside cover of this publication.
Web links and QR code are also included
The Company
We are an established world force in the design and manufacturing of power electronics and power protection
equipment.
As part of ABB, a world leader in electrical technology, we offer customers application expertise, service, and
support worldwide.
We are committed to teamwork, high quality manufacturing, advanced technology and unrivalled service and
support.
The quality, accuracy and performance of the Company’s products result from over 100 years’ experience,
combined with a continuous program of innovative design and development to incorporate the latest technology.
Quality Control
The products listed in this catalogue are manufactured in an ISO 9001 accredited facility.
For More Information
Further publications for the PCS100 AVC-20 are available to download for free from
http://new.abb.com/ups/power-and-voltage-conditioners
Registration No. 2469
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Document Information
Copyright notice
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. This manual and parts thereof must not be re-
produced or copied, or disclosed to third parties, nor used for any unauthorized purpose without written permis-
sion from ABB Ltd. The hardware and software described in this manual are provided under a license and may be
used, copied, or disclosed only in accordance with the terms of such license.
Document identification
Ownership: ABB Ltd., Power Conditioning Products
Document number: 2UCD28000E001
Ownership: ABB Ltd., Power Conditioning Products
Issue date: 3/31/2022
Revision: Rev c
Contact information
Address: ABB Ltd. 111 Main North Road, Napier, New Zealand.
Website: https://new.abb.com/ups
This Document
This manual contains information regarding:
the general functions of the PCS100 AVC-20
the component enclosures making up the PCS100 AVC-20
the user interface and control and adjustments of the PCS100 AVC-20
Usage
This manual should be used during operation and adjustment of the PCS100 AVC-20. It should be referenced
when:
operation and adjustment of the PCS100 AVC-20
Who Should Read This Manual
This manual is intended for:
–maintenance personnel
–Operators
Prerequisites
An installation/repair/operator person working with the PCS100 AVC-20 must:
be trained by ABB and have electrical operational and safety knowledge
have sufficient training to operate in an accidentally touch safe service environment.
Software Revision
This manual applies to PCS100 AVC-20 systems with software revision R2J4.
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SAFETY
Safety Instructions
IT
Attenzione: Tensione pericolosa!
Fare riferimento alle istruzioni per l’uso.
Prima di intervenire su questo dispositivo, scollegare e isolare tutte le fonti di
alimentazione.
Attenzione! L’installazione deve essere eseguita esclusivamente da un
installatore qualificato.
LT
Įspėjimas: Pavojinga įtampa!
Žr. naudojimo instrukcijas.
Atjunkite ir laikinai užblokuokite maitinimą prieš dirbdami su šiuo įrenginiu.
Dėmesio! Įrengti gali tik asmuo, turintis elektrotechniko patirties.
AR
! :
 .
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! .
BG
Предупреждение: Опасно напрежение!
Вижте инструкциите за работа.
Изключете и блокирайте захранването преди да работите с устройството.
Внимание! Да се монтира само от експерт електротехник.
LV
Brīdinājums: Bīstams spriegums!
Skatiet darba norādījumus.
Pirms sākat darbu ar šo ierīci, atvienojiet un bloķējiet strāvas padevi.
Uzmanību! Uzstādīšanu drīkst veikt tikai persona ar zināšanām par
elektrotehniku.
CS
Varování: Nebezpečné napětí!
Viz návod k obsluze.
Před zahájením prací na tomto zařízení odpojte a uzamkněte napájení.
Pozor! Toto zařízení smí instalovat pouze osoba s elektrotechnickou
odborností.
NL
Waarschuwing: Gevaarlijke spanning!
Raadpleeg de bedieningsinstructies.
Koppel dit apparaat los van de stroomvoorziening voordat u werkzaamheden
uitvoert.
Let op! Installatie mag alleen worden uitgevoerd door een monteur met
elektrotechnische expertise.
DA
Advarsel: Farlig elektrisk spænding!
Se betjeningsvejledningen.
Frakobl enheden, og afbryd strømforsyningen, før du arbejder med denne
enhed.
Giv agt! Installation må kun foretages af personer med elektroteknisk
ekspertise.
NO
Advarsel: Farlig spenning!
Se i bruksanvisningen.
Koble fra og steng av strømmen før du arbeider på denne enheten.
Forsiktig! Montering skal kun utføres av kvalifiserte personer med
elektrokompetanse.
DE
Warnung: Gefährliche Spannung!
Siehe Bedienungsanleitung.
Vor dem Arbeiten Gerät ausschalten und von der Spannungsversorgung
trennen.
Achtung! Installation nur durch elektrotechnische Fachkraft.
PL
Ostrzeżenie: Niebezpieczne napięcie!
Patrz: instrukcja obsługi.
Przed rozpoczęciem wykonywania pracy z tym urządzeniem odłącz i zablokuj
zasilanie.
Uwaga! Montaż może wykonywać wyłącznie osoba posiadająca doświadczenie
elektrotechniczne.
EL
Προειδοποίηση: Επικίνδυνη τάση!
Ανατρέξτε στις οδηγίες λειτουργίας.
Αποσυνδέστε και απομονώστε την παροχή ισχύος προτού ξε κινήσετε τις
εργασίες σε αυτήν τη συσκευή.
Προσοχή! Η εγκατάσταση πρέπει να γίνεται μόνο από αδειούχο ηλεκτρολόγο
εγκαταστάτη.
PT
Aviso: Tensão perigosa!
Consulte as instruções de operação.
Desconecte e desligue a energia elétrica antes de trabalhar nesse dispositivo.
Atenção! A instalação deve ser feita apenas por uma pessoa com
especialidade eletrotécnica.
EN
Warning: Hazardous voltage!
Refer to installation instructions.
Disconnect and lock out power before working on this device.
Attention! Installation by person with electrotechnical expertise only.
RO
Avertisment: Tensiune electrică periculoasă!
Consultați instrucțiunile de utilizare.
Deconectați și închideți sursa de energie înainte de a lucra cu acest
dispozitiv.
Atenție! Instalare
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ES
Advertencia: ¡Tensión peligrosa!
Consulte las instrucciones de funcionamiento.
Antes de trabajar con este dispositivo, desconecte y bloquee la corriente.
¡Atención! La instalación debe ser realizada únicamente por un técnico
electricista.
RU
Внимание: Опасное электрическое напряжение!
Обратитесь к инструкциям по эксплуатации.
Отключите питание и обесточьте устройство перед началом работ.
Внимание! Установка должна выполняться только специалистом по
электротехническим работам.
ET
Hoiatus: Elektrilöögi oht!
Lisateavet vaadake kasutusjuhendist.
Enne selle seadmega töötamist ühendage lahti ja lukustage toide.
Tähelepanu! Seadet tohib paigaldada ainult elektrotehnilise kogemusega isik.
SK
Výstraha: Nebezpečné napätie!
Pozrite si návod na použitie.
Pred začatím prác na tomto zariadení odpojte a zablokujte napájanie.
Pozor! Inštaláciu smie vykonávať len osoba s odbornými znalosťami v oblasti
elektrotechniky.
FI
Varoitus: Vaarallinen jännite!
Katso käyttöohje.
Katkaise virta ja estä virran kytkeminen lukituksella ennen töiden aloittamista.
Huomio! Asennuksen saa suorittaa vain henkilö, jolla on kokemusta
sähkötekniikasta.
SL
Opozorilo: Nevarna napetost!
Glejte navodila za uporabo.
Pred delom na tej napravi izklopite in zaklenite električno napajanje.
Pozor! Namestitev sme izvesti samo elektrotehnični strokovnjak.
FR
Avertissement: Tension dangereuse!
Consultez les consignes d’utilisation.
Débranchez et verrouillez l’alimentation électrique avant d’entreprendre des
travaux sur cet appareil.
Attention! L’installation doit être effectuée uniquement par une personne
ayant une expertise en électrotechnique.
SV
Varning: Livsfarlig spänning!
Se i bruksanvisningen.
Frånkoppla och blockera anläggning eller en anläggningsdel innan arbeite
utförs.
Obs! Får endast installeras av behörig elektriker.
HR
Upozorenje: Opasan napon!
Pogledajte upute za uporabu.
Odspojite i isključite struju prije rada na ovom uređaju.
Pažnja! Ugradnja je dopuštena samo osobama stručnim u području
elektrotehnike.
TR
Uyarı: Tehlikeli gerilim!
Çalışma talimatlarına bakın.
Bu cihaz üzerinde çalışmadan önce elektriği kesin ve kilitleyin.
Dikkat! Yalnızca elektroteknik uzmanlığa sahip kişiler tarafından kurulabilir.
HU
Figyelmeztetés: Veszélyes feszültség!
Lásd a használati utasítást.
Válassza le és zárja ki az áramellátást, mielőtt a berendezésen dolgozni kezd.
Figyelem! Az üzembe helyezést csak elektrotechnikai szakértelemmel
rendelkező személy végezheti el.
ZH
警告：高压危险!
请参见操作手册
操作本设备前请断开并锁定电源。
注意！安装仅限专业电工人员。

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Safety Notices
This manual contains important information regarding the operation of the ABB PCS100 AVC-20. This manual
provides technical and operational guidance for operators. The following safety instructions are to be observed.
This manual contains important information regarding the operation of the ABB PCS100 AVC-
20. This manual provides technical and operational guidance for operators. The following
safety instructions are to be observed.
This manual does not provide sufficient information for safe service of the PCS100 AVC-20. For
such service information refer to appropriate manual.
Please pay due regard to safety as the PCS100 AVC-20s are high energy devices and
require strict precautions to be taken.
CAUTION –Trained Operators
All operations on the PCS100 AVC-20 must only be carried out by a trained Operator familiar
with the contents of this manual. Hazardous conditions could arise from incorrect adjustment.
DANGER –Hazardous Voltages
An Operator must not open doors or panels marked as containing hazardous voltages. Many
parts in this product, including printed circuit boards operate at lethal voltages. DO NOT
TOUCH components or connections that have voltage present
DANGER –Hazardous Voltages
Ensure power to the product is isolated and locked off before attempting any work on it.
DANGER –Arc Flash
Shorted terminals can cause arc flash resulting in severe burns, severe eye injury or
blindness. Use insulated tools and do not short any terminals.
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DANGER –Stored Charge
Stored charge is present after the device is switched off.
DANGER –Protective Covers
Normal operation of this product requires any protective covers to be in place and doors secured
closed.
DANGER –Personal Protection Equipment
Ensure safety glasses are worn while working if any part of the unit could be energized.
Ensure appropriate safety footwear is worn if inserting or removing modules or components
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Contents
About This Document.........................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
The Company............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Quality Control ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
For More Information ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Document Information........................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
This Document ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Usage.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Who Should Read This Manual.............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Prerequisites............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Software Revision.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety ............................................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Safety Notices .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
1Overview .................................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.1. Cause of Voltage Sags ....................................................................................................................................................................................11
1.2. Nature of Voltage Sags...................................................................................................................................................................................11
2Functional Description............................................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 How it works..................................................................................................................................................................................................12
2.2 Regulation Capabilities...............................................................................................................................................................................12
2.3 PCS100 AVC-20 Performance Curves.......................................................................................................................................................13
2.1.1 How to Use Performance Curves ........................................................................................................................................................................... 13
2.4 Single Line Diagram.................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
2.5 Operation Detail .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
2.5.1 Utility Voltage Deviates from Nominal ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
2.1.2 Internal Bypass Operation....................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
3Model Definition ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.1 Type Code ......................................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.1.1 Rated Voltage..............................................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.1.2 Power Rating ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.1.3 Regulation Performance ...........................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.1.4 Termination Side ........................................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.1.5 Options.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
3.2 Rating label................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
3.3 PCS100 AVC-20 Sizing Tool....................................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.4 PCS100 AVC-20 Model Range ...................................................................................................................................................................20
4Technical Specification ............................................................................................................................................ 21
4.1 Model Range..................................................................................................................................................................................................21
4.2 Utility –Input.................................................................................................................................................................................................21
4.3 Load –Output .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
4.4 Performance................................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
4.5 Internal Bypass............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
4.6 Injection Transformer................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
4.7 Standards and Certifications ................................................................................................................................................................... 23
4.8 Environmental.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 23
4.9 Enclosure....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
4.10 Service............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
4.11 Power Quality Event Monitor.................................................................................................................................................................... 24
4.12 User Interface............................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
5Subassemblies ..........................................................................................................................................................25
5.1 Controller Enclosure ................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
5.1.1 PCS100 Rectifier Module.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
5.1.2 PCS100 Inverter Module........................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
5.1.3 Fail Safe Bypass.........................................................................................................................................................................................................28
5.1.4 Auxiliary Master Module...........................................................................................................................................................................................28
5.1.5 Auxiliary Slave Module ..............................................................................................................................................................................................29
5.2 Transformer Enclosure............................................................................................................................................................................... 29
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5.2.1 Injection Transformer...............................................................................................................................................................................................29
6User interface............................................................................................................................................................30
6.1 Graphic Display Module (GDM).................................................................................................................................................................30
6.1.1 Navigation Panel........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
6.1.2 Status Page ................................................................................................................................................................................................................33
6.1.3 Status Bar ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................34
6.1.4 Event Log Page ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................38
6.1.4.1 Interpreting the Event Log ......................................................................................................................................................................39
6.1.4.1.1 System Events............................................................................................................................................................................................39
6.1.4.2 Additional Event Information.................................................................................................................................................................. 41
6.1.5 Product Page.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
6.1.6 Menu Page ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.1.7 Summary Page ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................43
6.2 Module Display Boards............................................................................................................................................................................... 43
7Operating the PCS100 AVC-20 ................................................................................................................................45
7.1 Starting and Stopping the PCS100 AVC-20...........................................................................................................................................45
7.1.1 GDM Control...............................................................................................................................................................................................................45
7.1.2 Remote Control..........................................................................................................................................................................................................47
7.1.3 Start/Stop Configuration........................................................................................................................................................................................47
7.2 Output Voltage Set Point .......................................................................................................................................................................... 47
8Parameters ................................................................................................................................................................49
8.1 Parameter Setting (Menu Page)...............................................................................................................................................................49
8.1.1 Menu Navigation .......................................................................................................................................................................................................49
8.1.2 Parameter Access Control .......................................................................................................................................................................................49
8.1.2.1 Operator Menu...........................................................................................................................................................................................49
8.1.2.2 Tech Menu ...................................................................................................................................................................................................50
8.2 GDM Menu Index Table...............................................................................................................................................................................50
8.3 Parameter Listing........................................................................................................................................................................................54
8.3.1 Menu Language .........................................................................................................................................................................................................54
8.3.2 Menu 0 General ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................55
8.3.3 Menu 1 System Electrical ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 57
8.3.4 Menu 2 Commissioning............................................................................................................................................................................................58
8.3.5 Menu 3 Product Revision..........................................................................................................................................................................................59
8.3.6 Menu 6 References....................................................................................................................................................................................................60
8.3.6.1 Submenu 60 V Setpoint............................................................................................................................................................................60
8.3.7 Menu 7 GDM Services................................................................................................................................................................................................ 61
8.3.7.1 Submenu 73 Modbus Service ..................................................................................................................................................................62
8.3.7.2 Submenu 77 Email Service .......................................................................................................................................................................63
8.3.8 Menu Graphic display ...............................................................................................................................................................................................64
8.3.8.1 Submenu A00 Display...............................................................................................................................................................................64
8.3.8.2 Submenu B00 Network Settings ............................................................................................................................................................65
8.3.8.3 Submenu C00 Network Status ...............................................................................................................................................................66
8.3.8.4 Submenu D00 Product Revisions ...........................................................................................................................................................67
9Event Codes and descriptions.................................................................................................................................68
10 Remote Monitoring...................................................................................................................................................79
10.1 Cybersecurity ...............................................................................................................................................................................................80
10.1.1 Cybersecurity Disclaimer .........................................................................................................................................................................................80
10.1.2 List of User/System accounts in ABB delivery ....................................................................................................................................................80
10.2 Remote Web Pages .....................................................................................................................................................................................80
10.2.1 Connecting the Network Connection.................................................................................................................................................................... 81
10.2.2 Configuring the Network Connection...................................................................................................................................................................82
10.2.3 Connecting to Remote Web Pages ........................................................................................................................................................................82
10.2.4 Remote Web Pages Language Selection ..............................................................................................................................................................82
10.2.5 Viewing and Downloading the Event Log.............................................................................................................................................................83
10.2.6 Service Page ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................84
10.2.6.1 Download Service Information. ..............................................................................................................................................................85
10.2.6.2 Update the Product Firmware ................................................................................................................................................................85
10.2.6.3 Make a Change to An Internal Parameter .............................................................................................................................................85
10.3 Modbus TCP .................................................................................................................................................................................................85
10.3.2 Supported Functions................................................................................................................................................................................................85
10.3.3 Performance...............................................................................................................................................................................................................85
10.3.4 Modbus TCP User Parameters................................................................................................................................................................................86
10.3.5 Modbus TCP Error Codes.........................................................................................................................................................................................88
10.4 Email Connectivity ......................................................................................................................................................................................89
10.4.1 Setting up Email Server............................................................................................................................................................................................89
10.4.2 Setting up Power Quality Notifications................................................................................................................................................................90
10.4.2.3 Set up Instructions....................................................................................................................................................................................90
10.4.2.4 Testing Set Up............................................................................................................................................................................................90
10.4.2.5 Description of Power Quality Event Notification................................................................................................................................ 91
10.4.3 Setting Up System Event Notifications................................................................................................................................................................92
10.4.3.1 Set Up Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................................92
10.4.3.2 Testing.........................................................................................................................................................................................................92
10.4.3.3 Description of System Event Notification............................................................................................................................................93
10.4.4 Service Log Email Notification ...............................................................................................................................................................................94
10.4.4.1 Testing.........................................................................................................................................................................................................94

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10.4.5 Email Service Status Log .........................................................................................................................................................................................94
11 Wiring.........................................................................................................................................................................95
11.2 Control Connections...................................................................................................................................................................................96
11.2.1 Digital Inputs and Outputs......................................................................................................................................................................................96
11.2.2 Relay Outputs.............................................................................................................................................................................................................97
11.3 Stop –Enable Switch ..................................................................................................................................................................................98
12 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................99
12.1 Maintenance Schedule ...............................................................................................................................................................................99
12.2 Repairs.........................................................................................................................................................................................................100
13 Dimensions and Layouts........................................................................................................................................101
13.1 Dimensions and Weights..........................................................................................................................................................................101
13.1.1 PCS100 AVC-20 Models .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 101
13.2 Individual Enclosures –Plan View .......................................................................................................................................................... 102
13.2.1 Controller Enclosures .............................................................................................................................................................................................102
13.2.2 Transformer Enclosures.........................................................................................................................................................................................102
13.3 Individual Enclosures –Elevations......................................................................................................................................................... 103
13.3.1 Controller Enclosures .............................................................................................................................................................................................103
13.3.2 Transformer Enclosures.........................................................................................................................................................................................103
13.4 Layouts........................................................................................................................................................................................................104
13.4.1 Frame Size 1B ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................104
13.4.2 Frame Size 2B...........................................................................................................................................................................................................105
13.4.3 Frame Size 3B...........................................................................................................................................................................................................106
13.4.4 Frame Sizes 4B, 5B and 6B.....................................................................................................................................................................................108
14 Protection Requirements....................................................................................................................................... 111
14.1 Input Circuit Protection ............................................................................................................................................................................ 111
14.1.1 Power system............................................................................................................................................................................................................111
14.1.2 Short circuit protection ..........................................................................................................................................................................................111
14.1.3 Overload protection.................................................................................................................................................................................................112
14.2 Arc Fault Protection...................................................................................................................................................................................112
14.2.1 Arc Fault and Standards..........................................................................................................................................................................................112
14.2.2 Arc Fault Protection Recommendation................................................................................................................................................................112
14.2.2.1 MCCBs.........................................................................................................................................................................................................112
14.2.2.2 ACBs ............................................................................................................................................................................................................113
14.2.2.3 Fuses ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................113
14.2.2.4 MV side protection...................................................................................................................................................................................113
14.2.3 Calculating ARC Energy...........................................................................................................................................................................................113
14.2.4 Personal protective equipment.............................................................................................................................................................................113
14.2.5 Keep out areas ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................113
14.2.6 Labeling......................................................................................................................................................................................................................113
14.2.7 Restricted area......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 114
15 Installation Requirements ..................................................................................................................................... 115
15.1 Maintenance Bypass..................................................................................................................................................................................115
15.2 Floor Requirements ...................................................................................................................................................................................115
15.3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)...................................................................................................................................................115
15.4 Location........................................................................................................................................................................................................115
15.5 Cooling..........................................................................................................................................................................................................115
15.6 Power System..............................................................................................................................................................................................115
15.7 Harmonics....................................................................................................................................................................................................116
15.8 Downstream Capacitor Banks.................................................................................................................................................................116
16 Service and technical support ............................................................................................................................... 117
ABB Power Conditioning provide global service and support of installation and commissioning of PCS100 products ..............117
16.1 Comprehensive global services portfolio .............................................................................................................................................117
16.2 Custom tailored service contracts .........................................................................................................................................................117
16.3 Life cycle management .............................................................................................................................................................................117
16.4 Training ........................................................................................................................................................................................................117
16.5 Engineering and technical support ........................................................................................................................................................118
17 Appendices .............................................................................................................................................................. 119
17.1 General Disclaimer .....................................................................................................................................................................................119
17.2 Recycling Information ...............................................................................................................................................................................119
17.3 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Information (WEEE) ....................................................................................................119
17.4 Glossary........................................................................................................................................................................................................119
17.5 Open-Source Software............................................................................................................................................................................. 120
17.6 Power Termination Details...................................................................................................................................................................... 120
17.7 Torque settings and Bolt order.............................................................................................................................................................. 124
17.8 PCS100 AVC-20 Bypass Overload Capacity ......................................................................................................................................... 124
18 Appendices .............................................................................................................................................................. 125

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1OVERVIEW
The ABB PCS100 AVC-20 is an inverter-based system that protects sensitive industrial and commercial loads from
voltage disturbances. Providing fast, accurate continuous voltage regulation and load voltage compensation, the
PCS100 AVC-20 has been optimally designed to provide effective, efficient voltage regulation where industrial or
commercial processes demand a clean, readily available, and consistent supply of power.
1.1. Cause of Voltage Sags
Electrical grids are comprised of two parts: transmission and distribution lines. This is due to the fact that the
traditional sources of energy and the consumption are geographically far apart. The strength of network
indicates the ability to withstand sudden changes. Long transmission lines to remote areas result in weak
network where sudden changes in the grid would lead to reduced quality of supply to users.
1.2. Nature of Voltage Sags
One of the ways a weak network manifests itself is unstable grid voltage. As a weak grid lacks the ability to
withstand sudden changes, the grid voltage fluctuates. This affects productivity and the consistency of
operations, leading to a reduction in the quality of products and services. This can also lead to increased wear on
machinery components, resulting in a greater number of malfunctions and a reduced life expectancy of
equipment.
High penetration of renewable energy, such as photovoltaic (PV) or wind, also threatens the overall stability of the
network as the amount of power generated from these sources is not constant.
Brownouts, overvoltage, and an unbalanced voltage supply, which are typical symptoms of a weak network,
results in poor use of resources in terms of staff, materials and energy consumption. It can also cause reliance on
costly back-up systems, such as diesel generators.

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2FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 How it works
The PCS100 AVC-20 is a three-phase low voltage product which provides effective, efficient voltage regulation
where industrial or commercial processes demand a clean, readily available, and consistent supply of power. The
PCS100 AVC-20 requires no energy storage as it draws the additional current required to make up the
compensating voltage from the utility supply.
Power supply before
PCS100 AVC-20 Power supply after PCS100 AVC-20
Figure 2-1: PCS100 AVC-20 Concept
2.2 Regulation Capabilities
he PCS100 AVC-20’s performance with undervoltage is adaptive to load conditions. Based on the loading of the
unit or load power factor the PCS100 AVC-20 fully regulates undervoltage from down to 80% of the nominal
voltage.
Detailed regulation capabilities are shown in the following table.
Utility Supply Problem
Input
Output
Note
Continuous undervoltage
(brownout)
85% supply voltage
100%
Load power factor
1.0
80% supply voltage
100%
Load power factor
0.75
70% - 85% supply voltage
See graph below
Load PF dependable
Continuous overvoltage
120% supply voltage
100%
130% supply voltage
110%
Correction of phase angle errors created by faults in the supply
system
Yes
Correction of voltage imbalance from utility supply
Yes
Attenuation of flicker voltages in the utility supply
Yes (downstream)
Table 2-1: PCS100 AVC-20 regulation capabilities

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If the utility voltage deviates beyond +/- 20%, the PCS100 AVC-20 will still provide continuous regulation to as
close to nominal voltage as possible, ensuring trouble free operation of the protected equipment.
The adaptive approach to performance enables users to select the unit based on the load or based on the
required output voltage accuracy
2.3 PCS100 AVC-20 Performance Curves
This section explains PCS100 AVC-20 general performance for undervoltage and overvoltage.
System kW loading < 75%
System kW loading 100%
PCS100 AVC-20 Input Voltage
70% 80% 90% 100% 110%75% 85% 95% 120% 130%105% 115% 125%
100%
95%
90%
85%
80%
110%
120%
115%
105%
PCS100 AVC-20 Output Voltage
Figure 2-2: PCS100 AVC-20 performance curve
2.1.1 How to Use Performance Curves
1. 1. Determine input voltage level on the horizontal axis
2. Read regulated output voltage level on the green curve with values on left vertical axis
3. The PCS100 AVC-20 output voltage depends on the power factor if the input voltage is below 85%
remaining
The PCS100 AVC-20 Sizing Tool is a software tool which includes detailed performance curves and is an
alternative method for selecting the optimal size of the PCS100 AVC-20 specific to the application.

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2.4 Single Line Diagram
The PCS100 AVC-20 consists of a voltage source inverter driving a series connected injection transformer which is
installed between the supply and the load. It measures the incoming supply voltage and provides almost
instantaneous regulation for any deviation.
The PCS100 AVC-20 incorporates a bypass system which is used in the event of a fault situation outside of the
PCS100 AVC-20 specifications. Should the inverter become overloaded the bypass system shunts the injection
transformer, relieving the load from the inverter. The voltage delivered to the load under bypass is therefore equal
to the utility voltage.
Bypass
Inverter
Rectifier
PCS100 AVC-20
Input Circuit
Breaker
3-phase
Utility Supply 3-phase Load
Injection
Transformer
Figure 2-3: PCS100 AVC-20 Single line diagram
2.5 Operation Detail
The following diagrams show how the PCS100 AVC-20 behaves when a utility disturbance occurs, and what
happens if the fail-safe bypass operates.
2.5.1 Utility Voltage Deviates from Nominal
When the utility voltage deviates from nominal or set point due to undervoltage, overvoltage, or unbalance the
inverter will inject a regulation voltage via the injection transformer. The regulation voltage level is based on the
disturbance level and the energy required for regulation is derived from the utility via the PCS100 AVC-20 rectifier.

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Utility voltage
3-phase
Utility Supply 3-phase
Load
Bypass OPEN
PCS100 AVC-20
regulation voltage
Load voltage
Utility voltage
3-phase
Utility Supply 3-phase
Load
Bypass OPEN
PCS100 AVC-20
regulationvoltage
Load voltage
Figure 2-4: PCS100 AVC-20 Energy Flow in case of utility supply equal to nominal level
2.1.2 Internal Bypass Operation
In the case of an external overload or internal fault condition the internal bypass circuit will shunt the inverter side
of the injection transformer, bypassing the inverter and effectively providing a direct connection from the utility
supply to the output, without interruption to the load.

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Utility voltage
3-phase
Utility Supply 3-phase
Load
Bypass CLOSED
PCS100 AVC-20
regulation voltage Load voltage
Figure 2-5: PCS100 AVC-20 Energy Flow in case of bypass operation

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3MODEL DEFINITION
3.1 Type Code
The PCS100 AVC-20 Type Code is given in
the product tables. The Type Code is a
unique code for the specific PCS100 AVC-
20 model and specifies all the components
that are used to construct the model.
From the base code given in the product
tables options can be added to the Type
Code. These options are called plus (+)
codes.
The diagram on the right outlines the
structure of the Type Code:
PCS100-28 400 02B- - - 20 - L SA+
PCS100 AVC-20
Rated Voltage
Power Rating
Regulation Performance
Termination Side
Options
Figure 3-1: PCS100 AVC-20 Type Code
3.1.1 Rated Voltage
This is the rated voltage of the PCS100 AVC-20.
The standard voltage is 400 V.
Other operating voltages (i.e., 380V) are achieved by software settings and setting of an auxiliary transformer
tapping.
3.1.2 Power Rating
Rated power of the system based on the number of power module pairs. Each power module pair operating on
rated voltage provides 500 kVA of power.
Note: Operation at lower than the rated voltage results in less kVA per module pair. Consult the rating tables for
more information.
3.1.3 Regulation Performance
Defines PCS100 AVC-20 regulation performance.
3.1.4 Termination Side
The location of the power terminals (input and output) when viewed from the front of Transformer Enclosure.
3.1.5 Options
Options are described in document 2UCD280000E002 PCS100 AVC-20 Technical Catalogue. Following options are
available:
Availability
Plus Code
Option Description
1B
2B
3B
4B, 5B, 6B
Note
BB
Back-to-Back Layout Plan
x
xx
x
SA
Side Aperture
x
x
x
x
Termination palm recommended
for 2B to ensure adequate space for
cable connection

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Availability
Plus Code
Option Description
1B
2B
3B
4B, 5B, 6B
Note
CD
Top Entry Cable Duct
x
x
RK
Roof Kit
x
x
x
x
TE
Termination Enclosure
x
x
x
x
DMY
Dummy Enclosure
x
x
x
Back-to-Back layout only
TPx
Termination Palms
x
x
x
x
x = I for IEC or N for NEMA
PS
Redundant Power Supply
Unit
x
x
x
x
Table 3-1: PCS100 AVC-20 available options
3.2 Rating label
The information relating to specific PCS100 AVC-20 is shown on its rating label. An example of a rating label is
shown below.
Figure 3-2: PCS100 AVC-20 rating label

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3.3 PCS100 AVC-20 Sizing Tool
In addition, ABB provides the PCS100 AVC Sizing Tool, a Windows PC application that can be used to identify the
correct PCS100 AVC-20 model required for the application.
Figure 3-3: PCS100 AVC-20 Sizing Tool
For further information and tool availability please contact your local ABB sales office.

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3.4 PCS100 AVC-20 Model Range
400 V and 415 V Application Voltage
Rated apparent
power
[kVA]
Rated real power [kW]
Fault Capacity [kA]
Losses [kW] (Typical)
Efficiency [%] (Typical)
Airflow [m3/min]
Frame Size
Type Code
To complete the Type Code:
Place R for right
termination side or L for
left termination side
instead of x
400 V, 415 V
Utility Voltage
±15%
regulation
±20%
regulation
250
250
187
15
1.8
99.3
18
1B
PCS100-28-400-0B5-20
500
500
375
15
4.7
99.1
18
1B
PCS100-28-400-01B-20
1000
1000
750
31.5
8.6
99.1
36
2B
PCS100-28-400-02B-20-x
1500
1500
1125
31.5
13.2
99.1
54
3B
PCS100-28-400-03B-20-x
2000
2000
1500
40
14.5
99.3
72
4B
PCS100-28-400-04B-20-x
2500
2500
1875
50
19.1
99.2
90
5B
PCS100-28-400-05B-20-x
3000
3000
2250
63
24.3
99.2
108
6B
PCS100-28-400-06B-20-x
380 V Application Voltage
Rated apparent
power
kVA
Rated real power kW
Fault Capacity [kA]
Losses [kW] (Typical)
Efficiency [%] (Typical)
Airflow [m3/min]
Frame Size
Type Code
To complete the Type Code:
Place R for right
termination side
or L for left termination
side
instead of x
380 V
Utility Voltage
±15%
regulation
±20%
regulation
237
237
177
15
1.8
99.3
18
1B
PCS100-28-400-0B5-20
475
475
356
15
4.7
99.1
18
1B
PCS100-28-400-01B-20
950
950
712
31.5
8.6
99.1
36
2B
PCS100-28-400-02B-20-x
1425
1425
1068
31.5
13.2
99.1
54
3B
PCS100-28-400-03B-20-x
1900
1900
1425
40
14.5
99.3
72
4B
PCS100-28-400-04B-20-x
2375
2375
1781
50
19.1
99.2
90
5B
PCS100-28-400-05B-20-x
2850
2850
2137
63
24.3
99.2
108
6B
PCS100-28-400-06B-20-x
Table 3-2: PCS100 AVC-20 model range