Comparing Advanced Harmonic Filters with Traditional Multi-Pulse Solutions On GlobalSpec

From Danfoss VLT Drives

The term "harmonics" has often been used in connection
with variable frequency drives. But what are harmonics
anyway?

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Product Announcements

Matrix Filter

MTE Corporation

Matrix Filters® Product Overview MTE Matrix Filters solve the problem of harmonic distortion on virtually any kind of six pulse rectifier. These power supplies are commonly found in three phase... (read more)

Single Phase Matrix Filter®

MTE Corporation

MTE Single Phase M1 Matrix Filters reduce harmonics to (12% THID) of total harmonic current distortion on virtually any kind of four pulse rectifier supply. These power supplies are commonly found in... (read more)

3rd Harmonic Filters

MTE Corporation

3rd Harmonic Filters by MTE Corporation will substantially reduce harmonic currents caused by personal computers, electronic ballasts, lighting dimmer controls, uninterruptible power supplies, and... (read more)

ECOsine™ Economy Line – cost-effective harmonics

Schaffner EMC Inc.

The Schaffner Group is further expanding its power quality product offering with new passive harmonic filters. The series FN3416 (50Hz) and FN3418 (60Hz) of the ECOsine™ Economy Line close the... (read more)

How Harmonic Distortion Impacts Equipment & Costs

Mesta Electronics, Inc.

Electronic equipment and controls such as AC/DC motor drives, AC/ DC heating equipment, computers, and other commonly used devices immensely overburden electric utilities with harmonic distortion. (read more)

Matrix AP Harmonic Filter

MTE Corporation

MTE Corporation announces the Matrix® AP Passive Harmonic Filter. The Matrix AP, available from 6A to 1200A, is an extension of our Matrix line of harmonic filters and is compatible with generator... (read more)

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Harmonics and Harmonic Mitigating Transformers (HMTs): FAQs

This document has been written to provide answers to the more frequently asked questions we have received regarding harmonics and the Harmonic Mitigating Transformer technology used to address them.

6.2: Principles for Controlling Harmonics

6.2 Principles for Controlling Harmonics Harmonic distortion is present to some degree on all power systems. Fundamentally, one needs to control harmonics only when they become a problem. There are...

15.11: Harmonic Generation by Gain-Switching

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Harmonics

Harmonics are multiples of a sine-wave frequency. Using Fourier analysis, round or cylindrical parts can be evaluated for their harmonic content. In fact, any surface can be broken down into its...