Vacon Harmonics Simulation 3.3

Vacon Harmonics Simulation is a specialized software tool from Vacon designed to predict, analyze, and mitigate harmonic distortion in electrical power systems. Built for applications that use variable frequency drives and other nonlinear loads, it helps engineers model real-world networks, evaluate distortion at the point of common coupling (PCC), and make informed design decisions before equipment is procured or installed.

Key capabilities:

• System modeling: Build single- and multi-drive scenarios with transformers, cables, line reactors, DC chokes, and common filter types (passive, active, and multi-pulse configurations).
• Harmonic analysis: Calculate current and voltage spectra, THD, TDD, power factor, and demand distortion under typical and worst-case operating conditions.
• What-if studies: Compare mitigation options such as line reactors, tuned filters, multi-pulse transformers, and active front-end solutions to optimize performance and cost.
• Standards awareness: Assess results against common industry guidance (for example, IEEE 519) to support compliance reviews and approvals.
• Reporting and export: Generate clear summaries, plots, and data exports to document assumptions, results, and recommendations.

Who it’s for:

• Electrical engineers, consultants, and system integrators designing or retrofitting drive-based systems
• Facility and plant engineers aiming to minimize nuisance trips, equipment overheating, and power quality issues
• OEMs and EPCs seeking faster approvals and right-sized harmonic mitigation

Benefits:

• Reduces project risk through early visibility of harmonic behavior
• Speeds filter selection and network design iterations
• Supports reliable, efficient operation and helps meet power quality targets

Note: Features and system requirements may vary by version. For the latest specifications, contact Vacon or your authorized representative.

Vacon Harmonics Simulation is developed by Vacon. The most popular version of this product among our users is 3.3. The name of the program executable file is Simul.exe.