Siemens SIVACON User Manual

3.7 Inrush current limitation
Switching LV PFC capacitors can cause high inrush currents of more than 200 times the rated
current, especially when they are connected in parallel to others that are already energized. This
may cause additional stress to contactors as well as to capacitors and reduce their life cycle.
Inrush currents have a negative e󹪜ect on power quality, e.g. transients, voltage drop. MKK- and
MKP-designs feature high impulse handling capability, inrush current limitation is required, e.g.
contactors with pre-charging resistors for pre-loading of capacitors.
Mounting
3.7 Inrush current limitation
Installation and maintenance instructions for Power Factor Correction (PFC) capacitors
20 Installation Manual, 05/2022, L1V30884033A

Siemens SIVACON Specifications

General

Type	Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assembly
Modular design	Yes
Form of internal separation	Up to Form 4b
Standards	IEC 61439-1/-2
Installation type	Fixed or withdrawable