Compatibility of Harmonics Suppression and Line Voltage Controls of Reactive Power Control Using Air Conditioners with Built-in Active Filter by Experiment

Abstract

Increased penetration of photovoltaics may result in voltage violations in distribution power system. Reactive power is one method for measuring voltage violations in distribution lines. In this study, to reduce additional installation cost of reactive power control equipment, reactive power control using air conditioners with a built-in active filter was developed. The compatibility of harmonic suppression and line voltage controls of reactive power control using air conditioners with built-in active filters was experimentally confirmed.