Siemens SINVERT PVS 600 User Manual

4 (1)
© Siemens AG 2012
Photovoltaics
SINVERT PVS 600Series Central Inverters and Components for Photovoltaic Power Plants
Brochure · April 2012
SINVERT
Answers for the environment.
© Siemens AG 2012

Sunny prospects for photovoltaic plants

The SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters from 500 to 2 520 kW: compact, robust, durable
Whether on the roofs of large industrial facilities, in ground-mounted PV systems, or solar power plants – you can now utilize the power of the sun even more efficiently: with the new three-phase SINVERT PVS 600Series photovoltaic inverters. With these inverters you can achieve a peak efficiency of
98.7% and a European efficiency of 98.4% when converting solar power for feeding into the grid.
The SINVERT PVS inverters operate in inverter stations according to the Siemens master-slave concept that has been proven in use now for more than a decade, and that stands for maximum plant availability, a particularly long service life, and optimized efficiency.
Peak efficiency you can count on!
Inverter stations with SINVERT PVS inverters are system solutions for simple and fast implementation of photovoltaic power plants. Additional system components and accessories required for this purpose are available.
The SINVERT Select dimensioning program helps to find the best possible configuration for a photovoltaic plant.
A modular service concept means that services can be tailored to different needs as required.
The SINVERT PVS inverters are characterized by their ruggedness and longevity, which we back up with a five-year manufacturer's warranty as standard.
© Siemens AG 2012

Contents

text
Introduction
Sunny prospects for photovoltaic plants . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters . . . . . . . . . 4
Features and advantages at a glance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Technical data of the PVS500 (IEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Technical data of the PVS585 (IEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Technical data of the PVS600 (IEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Technical data of the PVS630 (IEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Options for SINVERT PVS 600Series inverters . . . . . . 10
SINVERT PVS in power plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
How solar power is fed into the AC grid. . . . . . . . . . . 12
SINVERT PVS CombinerBoxes for bundling: single-stage concept, two-stage concept . . . . . . . . . 12
IEC-compliant inverter stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
- Master-slave system with SINVERT PVS . . . . . . . . . . 15
- Medium-voltage components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Establishing communication with PVS and system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
- SINVERT PVS ComBox 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
- SINVERT PVS ControlBox 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
- SINVERT PVS ComBox 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
- SINVERT PVS WeatherStation 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
PV plant dimensioning with SINVERT Select . . . . . 20
PV plant monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
with WinCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
with SINVERT WebMonitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Selection and ordering data for devices and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Service & Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Spare parts service: On-demand spare parts delivery, PVS SparesKits. . . .28
Service calls: Commissioning, On-site service, Maintenance . . . . .28
Service contracts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
- SINVERT PVS SparesContract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
- SINVERT PVS WarrantyExtension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
- SINVERT PVS MaintenanceContract . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
- SINVERT PVS FullServiceContract. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Sunny prospects for photovoltaic plants 3
© Siemens AG 2012

SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters

Features and advantages at a glance

Transformerless, 3-phase SINVERT PVS inverters are reliable, grid-compatible and cost-effective photovoltaic inverters which are used to convert solar energy into grid-compliant AC voltage for feeding into conventional power grids – thereby achieving peak efficiency levels of up to 98.7%.
The compact SINVERT PVS inverters are ideal for use in medium and large-scale photovoltaic power plants.
The SINVERT PVS500, SINVERT PVS585, SINVERT PVS600 and SINVERT PVS630 inverters are grouped together under the name "SINVERT PVS 600Series".
They consist of between 1 and 4 subunits and are available for outputs of between 500 and 2520 kW in the following power levels:
– SINVERT PVS500:
500, 1 000, 1 500, 2 000 kW
– SINVERT PVS585:
585, 1 170, 1 755, 2 340 kW
– SINVERT PVS600:
600, 1 200, 1 800, 2 400 kW
– SINVERT PVS630:
630, 1 260, 1 890, 2 520 kW
The IEC-compliant devices are also available already integrated in an inverter station (with two to four subunits), including medium-voltage components. Besides SINVERT PVS and
inverter stations, additional system components and accessories are available for implementing photovoltaic power plants according to IEC standards (see page 12).
The modularity of the series and the free SINVERT Select dimensioning software allow flexible planning of photovoltaic
plants (see page 20).
Photovoltaic plants in which SINVERT PVS inverters are used can be monitored and controlled with the WinCC visualization system installed on a Windows PC. WinCC gives transparency to the status and energy flow of the entire plant, from the photovoltaic array and the inverters right up to the grid connection (see page 21).
The free SINVERT WebMonitor web application can also be used for monitoring the photovoltaic plant with SINVERT PVS inverters (see page 22).
With the MobileApp of the SINVERT WebMonitor, it is possible to call up the current and historical data of the selected photovoltaic plant remotely at any time, using a smartphone or tablet computer (see page 22).
Your benefits at a glance:
Cost-effectiveness
– Good price/performance ratio – Low installation costs – High plant yields thanks to maximum efficiency over
very large power ranges
– Low operating costs thanks to the robust, durable
and low-maintenance design
– Reduced operating costs throughout the entire
operating period thanks to the master-slave principle with rot ating master, in which up to fou r inverte r sub­units are interconnected (see page 15)
Reliability
– Use of fully developed, tried-and-tested industrial
standard components – Automatic diagnosis and signaling of faults – Competent, professional support, worldwide service –Modular service concept – Compliance with the relevant guidelines
To obtain early warning of faults and creeping change due to aging and wear, monitoring and control of a PV power plant via a central control room is absolutely essential. Only in this way can the operator initiate repairs and maintenance measures at an early stage and thus avoid costly downtimes. Central monitoring and control is therefore also an essential part of a preventive maintenance system.
Transparency
– Central unit of the photovoltaic plant – Automatic diagnostics on site or by means of remote
monitoring – Pixel-graphics display with touch screen on the front
of the control cabinet enables simple and intuitive
operation and visualization of infeed power data and
other information
© Siemens AG 2012
SINVERT PVS 600Series Power / kW
Inverter type 500 1000 1500 2000
PVS500
PVS585
PVS600
PVS630
PVS1000
PVS1170
PVS1200
PVS1260
PVS1500
PVS1755
PVS1800
PVS1890
PVS2000
PVS2340
PVS2400
PVS2520
Power levels of the SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters
SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverter (subunit)
SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters 5
© Siemens AG 2012
Technical data of the SINVERT PVS500 inverter (according to IEC)1)
Inverter type PVS500 PVS1000 PVS1500 PVS2000
Input DC
MPP voltage V 450 ... 750 450 ... 750 450 ... 750 450 ... 750
Maximum input voltage2) V 820 820 820 820
Minimum input voltage V 450 450 450 450
Rated input power kW 513 1 026 1 539 2 052
Maximum input current A 1 103 2 206 3 309 4 412
Number of DC inputs 3 6 9 12
Maximum current per DC input A 368 368 368 368
Surge arrester Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 Typ e 2
Output AC
Grid connection 50/60 Hz 288 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 288 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 288 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 288 V 3 AC
Rated power kW 500 1 000 1 500 2 000
Maximum output current A 1 002 2 004 3 006 4 008
Line voltage V 244.8 ... 316.8 244.8 ... 316.8 244.8 ... 316.8 244.8 ... 316.8
Power factor, inductive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Power factor, capacitive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Efficiency
European efficiency factor % 98.1 98.3 98.3 98.3
CEC efficiency factor % 98.2 98.3 98.3 98.3
Maximum efficiency factor % 98.4 98.4 98.4 98.4
Further data
Number of subunits 1 2 3 4
Dimensions (H/W/D) per subunit mm 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730
Weight per subunit kg 2 085 2 085 2 085 2 085
Ambient temperature
- during operation
- during storage and transport
Relative humidity % 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95
Installation altitude
- maximum permissible
- at rated power
Data interface Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet
°C
0 ... +50
°C
-25 ... +70
m
2 000
m
0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
Order number
Order number (grid frequency 50 Hz) 6AG3111-1AH00-
Order number (grid frequency 60 Hz) 6AG3111-2AH00-
1)
Detailed technical information can be found at:
http://support.automation.siemens.com
2)
With the 1 000 V option, expandable to 1 000 V (see page 10 and 24).
3AB0
3AB0
6AG3111-1AH10­3AB0
6AG3111-2AH10­3AB0
6AG3111-1AH20­3AB0
6AG3111-2AH20­3AB0
6AG3111-1AH30­3AB0
6AG3111-2AH30­3AB0
© Siemens AG 2012
Technical data of the SINVERT PVS585 inverter (according to IEC)1)
Inverter type PVS585 PVS1170 PVS1755 PVS2340
Input DC
MPP voltage V 530 ... 750 530 ... 750 530 ... 750 530 ... 750
Maximum input voltage2) V 820 820 820 820
Minimum input voltage V 530 530 530 530
Rated input power kW 598 1 196 1 794 2 392
Maximum input current A 1 104 2 208 3 312 4 416
Number of DC inputs 3 6 9 12
Maximum current per DC input A 368 368 368 368
Surge arrester Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 Typ e 2
Output AC
Grid connection 50/60 Hz 340 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 340 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 340 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 340 V 3 AC
Rated power kW 585 1 170 1 755 2 340
Maximum output current A 995 1 990 2 985 3 980
Line voltage V 289 ... 374 289 ... 374 289 ... 374 289 ... 374
Power factor, inductive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Power factor, capacitive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Efficiency
European efficiency factor % 98.2 98.4 98.4 98.4
CEC efficiency factor % 98.3 98.3 98.4 98.4
Maximum efficiency factor % 98.6 98.6 98.6 98.6
Further data
Number of subunits 1 2 3 4
Dimensions (H/W/D) per subunit mm 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730
Weight per subunit kg 2 085 2 085 2 085 2 085
Ambient temperature
- during operation
- during storage and transport
Relative humidity % 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95
Installation altitude
- maximum permissible
- at rated power
Data interface Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet
°C
0 ... +50
°C
-25 ... +70
m
2 000
m
0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
Order number
Order number (grid frequency 50 Hz) 6AG3111-1AH00-
Order number (grid frequency 60 Hz) 6AG3111-2AH00-
1)
Detailed technical information can be found at:
http://support.automation.siemens.com
2)
With the 1 000 V option, expandable to 1 000 V (see page 10 and 24).
7AB0
7AB0
6AG3111-1AH10­7AB0
6AG3111-2AH10­7AB0
6AG3111-1AH20­7AB0
6AG3111-2AH20­7AB0
6AG3111-1AH30­7AB0
6AG3111-2AH30­7AB0
SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters 7
© Siemens AG 2012
Technical data of the SINVERT PVS600 inverter (according to IEC)1)
Inverter type PVS600 PVS1200 PVS1800 PVS2400
Input DC
MPP voltage V 570 ... 750 570 ... 750 570 ... 750 570 ... 750
Maximum input voltage2) V 820 820 820 820
Minimum input voltage V 570 570 570 570
Rated input power kW 613 1 226 1 839 2 452
Maximum input current A 1 104 2 208 3 312 4 416
Number of DC inputs 3 6 9 12
Maximum current per DC input A 368 368 368 368
Surge arrester Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 Typ e 2
Output AC
Grid connection 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC
Rated power kW 600 1 200 1 800 2 400
Maximum output current A 936 1 872 2 808 3 744
Line voltage V 314.5 ... 407 314.5 ... 407 314.5 ... 407 314.5 ... 407
Power factor, inductive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Power factor, capacitive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Efficiency
European efficiency factor % 98.4 98.6 98.6 98.6
CEC efficiency factor % 98.5 98.6 98.6 98.6
Maximum efficiency factor % 98.7 98.7 98.7 98.7
Further data
Number of subunits 1 2 3 4
Dimensions (H/W/D) per subunit mm 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730
Weight per subunit kg 2 085 2 085 2 085 2 085
Ambient temperature
- during operation
- during storage and transport
Relative humidity % 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95
Installation altitude
- maximum permissible
- at rated power
Data interface Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet
°C
0 ... +50
°C
-25 ... +70
m
2 000
m
0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
Order number
Order number (grid frequency 50 Hz) 6AG3111-1AH00-
Order number (grid frequency 60 Hz) 6AG3111-2AH00-
1)
Detailed technical information can be found at:
http://support.automation.siemens.com
2)
With the 1 000 V option, expandable to 1 000 V (see page 10 and 24).
0AB0
0AB0
6AG3111-1AH10­0AB0
6AG3111-2AH10­0AB0
6AG3111-1AH20­0AB0
6AG3111-2AH20­0AB0
6AG3111-1AH30­0AB0
6AG3111-2AH30­0AB0
© Siemens AG 2012
Technical data of the SINVERT PVS630 inverter (according to IEC)1)
Inverter type PVS630 PVS1260 PVS1890 PVS2520
Input DC
MPP voltage V 570 ... 750 570 ... 750 570 ... 750 570 ... 750
Maximum input voltage2) V 820 820 820 820
Minimum input voltage V 570 570 570 570
Rated input power kW 643 1 286 1 929 2 572
Maximum input current A 1 104 2 208 3 312 4 416
Number of DC inputs 3 6 9 12
Maximum current per DC input A 368 368 368 368
Surge arrester Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 Typ e 2
Output AC
Grid connection 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC 50/60 Hz 370 V 3 AC
Rated power kW 630 1 260 1 890 2 520
Maximum output current A 985 1 970 2 955 3 940
Line voltage V 314.5 ... 407 314.5 ... 407 314.5 ... 407 314.5 ... 407
Power factor, inductive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Power factor, capacitive 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Efficiency
European efficiency factor % 98.3 98.5 98.5 98.5
CEC efficiency factor % 98.4 98.5 98.5 98.5
Maximum efficiency factor % 98.7 98.7 98.7 98.7
Further data
Number of subunits 1 2 3 4
Dimensions (H/W/D) per subunit mm 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730 2 100 x 2 700 x 730
Weight per subunit kg 2 085 2 085 2 085 2 085
Ambient temperature
- during operation
- during storage and transport
Relative humidity % 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95 0 ... 95
Installation altitude
- maximum permissible
- at rated power
Data interface Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet
°C
0 ... +50
°C
-25 ... +70
m
2 000
m
0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
0 ... +50
-25 ... +70
2 000 0 ... 1 000
Order number
Order number (grid frequency 50 Hz) 6AG3111-1AH00-
Order number (grid frequency 60 Hz) 6AG3111-2AH00-
1)
Detailed technical information can be found at:
http://support.automation.siemens.com
2)
With the 1 000 V option, expandable to 1 000 V (see page 10 and 24).
8AB0
8AB0
6AG3111-1AH10­8AB0
6AG3111-2AH10­8AB0
6AG3111-1AH20­8AB0
6AG3111-2AH20­8AB0
6AG3111-1AH30­8AB0
6AG3111-2AH30­8AB0
SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters 9
© Siemens AG 2012

Options for SINVERT PVS 600Series inverters

Basic versions and options
The SINVERT PVS 600Series of inverters can be adapted and expanded by means of options in order to meet the individual needs of the plant.
The following 4 options are available:
– PV array grounding – 1 000 V option – Symmetry monitoring – Cabinet heating

PV array grounding

In most cases, PV systems constitute a DC IT system. In a DC IT system, neither the positive nor negative pole is grounded.
When using certain module types, however, either a positive or negative grounding of the PV generator is required. It is only by this grounding that damage to modules and a steady loss of power can be prevented, i.e. that the maximum yield can be obtained on a continuous basis.
The "PV array grounding positive pole" option allows functional grounding of the positive conductor inside the SINVERT PVS inverter if this is a requirement of the photovoltaic modules used (e.g. large number of thick-film modules).
The "PV array grounding negative pole" option allows functional grounding of the negative conductor inside the SINVERT PVS inverter if this is a requirement of the photovoltaic modules used (e.g. large number of thin-film modules).

1 000 V option

The 1 000 V option increases the maximum permissible input voltage of the SINVERT PVS inverter from 820 to 1 000 V. Provision of this option ensures that the PV plant will enter operation smoothly even with voltages in excess of 820 V which can occur, for example, on cold days or in arrays containing thin-film modules. The option thus maximizes the potential yield of the installation. The MPP voltage range of the SINVERT PVS inverter is not changed.

Symmetry monitoring

The "symmetry monitoring" option measures the normalized currents at the DC inputs internally and cross-compares the values. If this comparison indicates deviations over time, a message is generated. The message can be used as a guide to localizing faults early in sections of the PV generator (e.g. cell failure).

Cabinet heating

The "cabinet heating" option minimizes the risk of conden­sation forming on the moisture-sensitive components in the SINVERT PVS photovoltaic inverter at low ambient tempera­tures. Reliable operation and maximum energy yields to the grid are dependent on compliance with the operating tempe­rature range prescribed for the relevant SINVERT PVS inverter. This function is recommended for locations at which the ambient temperature can drop below 7 °C.
Order numbers for the options
PV systems no longer constitute a DC IT system when their modules are grounded. For safety reasons, the PV system must be fenced in and designated as an electrical operating area. Only qualified electricians may be granted access.
Grounding an active conductor (positive pole or negative pole) means that the inverter's insulation measuring function no longer works in the normal way. A hazardous current can start to flow as soon as the first insulation damage occurs. For this reason, in the case of positive pole grounding, the current between the positive pole and ground is measured, and in the case of negative pole grounding, the current between the negative pole and ground. When the current increases to a critical level, the ground connection is automatically separated.
Each of the four options has its own order number which is to be specified in addition to the order number of the basic version (see "Selection and ordering data", page 23).
SINVERT PVS 600Series central inverters10
Loading...
+ 22 hidden pages