Functional Test of the Inrush-Current Detection
General
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For the test, make sure that the test current reflects the typical inrush current.
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Perform the test with transient signals. These can be recorded inrush currents or simulated currents from
a transient system model.
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When using synthetic signals, observe the notes on the individual measuring principles.
Harmonic Analysis
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Superimpose on the fundamental-component current a test current of double frequency (2nd harmonic)
and test the pickup behavior with this.
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Cause a threshold value excess (internal pickup) for one of the protection functions that you want to
block.
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Apply a test current with a load current as lead (current step).
The inrush current detection creates a blocking signal.
CWA Process
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Create a test current that has flat ranges of a minimum width of 3 ms simultaneously in all 3 phase
currents.
The inrush current detection creates a blocking signal.
11.7
Functional Tests
11.7 Functional Test of the Inrush-Current Detection
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