What is PD IEC TS 63106‑1about?
PD IEC TS 63106‑1 is the first part of the multi-series International standard that specifies recommendations for Low Voltage (LV) AC power simulators used for testing utility-interactive photovoltaic power conversion equipment (PCE).
The AC power simulators connect to the AC output power port of a PCE under test and simulate
the utility grid by generating comparable AC voltage.
The AC power simulators can be used to test a PCE’s utility interaction characteristics, including protection, ride through, immunity and power quality. The requirements and procedures are specified in IEC standards and local utility grid requirements, selected by the network operator, utility, or authority having jurisdiction.
Who is PD IEC TS 63106‑1 for?
PD IEC TS 63106‑1on photovoltaic power conversion equipment applies to:
- Solar power systems manufacturers
- Photovoltaic cells manufacturers
- Telecommunication repeater stations
- Navigational aids.
- Cottages and remote residences
- Parks in remote regions
- Supplying occasional power
Why should you use IEC TS 63106‑1?
Electrical power system simulation involves power system modelling and network simulation to analyze electrical power systems using design/offline or real-time data.
PD IEC TS 63106‑1 is intended for use to establish standard terminologies electrical performance of AC power simulators used to test utility-interactive photovoltaic (PV) power conversion equipment (PCE), PD IEC TS 63106‑1 helps to standardize terminology across the photovoltaic (PV) industry. Having a common reference point for terminology facilitates communication across the photovoltaic power technology domain.
PD IEC TS 63106‑1 guidelines are useful for the development of AC power simulators used within a test and evaluation system for photovoltaic power conversion equipment.
PD IEC TS 63106‑1 provides requirements for utility-interactive power conversion equipment that are used not only for photovoltaic power applications but also for various distributed generation technologies such as wind power, battery energy storage, engine co-generation or fuel cells.