Effect of the tap changer position of Zeus 765/400kV transformer on the steady state and voltage stability performance of the Cape system

Ayanda Dyantyi, Nhlanhla Mbuli, J. H.C. Pretorius

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Abstract

Previously published research findings [1] on the impact of tap changer position on the steady state performance of distribution networks indicate that very little impact results from varying the tap changer position. In this paper, a similar investigation is carried out, but on a network with very high voltage transmission lines operating in parallel with a well-developed corridor of 400kV lines. The per-unit impedance of a line is reduced drastically as the line voltage is increased. When the design voltage of the transmission lines is high, the transformer impedance becomes dominant and plays a key role in the system. This paper investigates the effect of varying the impedance of a 765/400kV transformer on the steady-state (loadflow and active power losses) and voltage stability of the Cape corridor.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2012 11th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering, EEEIC 2012 - Conference Proceedings
Pages563-567
Number of pages5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012
Event2012 11th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering, EEEIC 2012 - Venice, Italy
Duration: 18 May 201225 May 2012

Publication series

Name2012 11th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering, EEEIC 2012 - Conference Proceedings

Conference

Conference2012 11th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering, EEEIC 2012
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityVenice
Period18/05/1225/05/12

Keywords

  • power flow
  • system losses
  • tap changer
  • transformer
  • voltage stability

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering

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