How does a Line Reactor minimize harmonic distortion?
Nonlinear current waveforms contain harmonic distortion. By using a HPS line reactor you can limit the inrush current to the rectifier in your drive. The peak current is reduced, the waveform is rounded and harmonic distortion is minimized. Current distortion typically is reduced to 30%. Severe Harmonic current distortion can also cause the system voltage to distort. Often, high peak harmonic current drawn by the drive, causes “fl at-topping” of the voltage waveform. Adding a reactor controls the current component, and voltage harmonic distortion is therefore reduced.
