Harmonic measurements and analysis for power factor correction

Journal Article · Thu Mar 31 23:00:00 EST 1994 · Iron and Steel Engineer; (United States)

OSTI ID:7290664

Andrews, D ^[1]; Bishop, M T; Witte, J F ^[2]

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1. North Star Steel, Beaumont, TX (United States)
2. Cooper Power Systems, Franksville, WI (United States)

Nonlinear characteristics of furnace arcs during melting and rolling mill drives generate harmonic currents that can cause system voltage distortion, power loss and an interaction with power factor correction capacitor banks leading to equipment failures. An analytical technique used to correct power factor includes field measurement, system analysis and filter design to reduce harmonic distortion.

• OSTI ID: 7290664
• Journal Information: Iron and Steel Engineer; (United States), Journal Name: Iron and Steel Engineer; (United States) Vol. 71:4; ISSN 0021-1559; ISSN IRSEA5
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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