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PowerFactory
I N T E G R AT E D P O W E R S Y S T E M A N A LY S I S S O F T W A R E
DIgSILENT
PowerFactory 15
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DIgSILENT
Power System Analysis Software
DIgSILENT has set standards and trends in power system modelling, analysis and simulation for more than 25 years.
The proven advantages of the PowerFactory software are its overall functional integration, its applicability to the
PowerFactory Applications
POW ER T RANSM ISSIO N
I N D U ST RIAL SYSTEMS
Industrial power systems supplying refineries, paper-mills, car factories OTHER RELEVANT FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:
or other plants with high power quality requirements benefit from high
Steady-state/ transient motor starting and plant re-acceleration
precision PowerFactory load flow algorithms, short-circuit calculation
Protection coordination and settings verification
features, 4-wire modelling, harmonic analysis and filter design options.
Stability analysis and electromagnetic transients
modelling of generation-, transmission-, distribution- and industrial grids and the analysis of the interactions of
these grids. PowerFactory is the ideal tool for studying the grid integration of renewable energies.
WI ND GENERAT ION
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PowerFactory Version 15 continues with the successful concepts of the PowerFactory software while adding powerful
new features improving the business processes of network planners, network operators, consultants and researchers.
PowerFactory 15
PowerFactory Version 15 offers major features in
calculation functionality, extensions to the data model
and data management system. It comes with improved
visualisation features, new models and solving algorithms.
The newly enhanced power distribution analysis tools
integrate advanced network analysis and optimization
techniques with economic evaluations. With its rich
modelling capabilities for variable loads and distributed
generation such as PV, fuel cells, wind generation and
battery storage, PowerFactory is perfectly suited for
network planning and operation studies of increasingly
smart grids.
DIgSILENT
PowerFactory 15 Base Package
LOAD FLOW ANALYSIS Radial Feeder Tools incl. Voltage and Phase Technology DC / DC converter, inductive DC-coupling
Change Tools and Auto-Balancing Tool Power electronic devices (thyristor / diode, VSC, DC valve,
Balanced and unbalanced load flow for coupled
Backbone Calculation determining the main connections soft starter, etc.)
AC and DC grids
between meshed feeders FACTS and HVDC systems
Meshed DC Super-Grid load flow analysis
LV Network Analysis Functions Controller objects such as station & secondary controller,
SVC, shunt and tap controllers
Stochastic Load Modelling transformer tap controller, virtual power plants,
Station- and network control features,
capability curves
incl. Q(U)- / cosphi(P), and droop characteristics
Protection devices with over 30 basic function blocks
Local- and remote control options TECHNO-ECONOMICAL ANALYSIS
Protection device library (static / dynamic functions)
Consideration of generator capability curves
Economic assessment of network expansion strategies Fourier source, harmonic source, FFT, clock, S&H, etc.
Secondary and primary control, inertial response
Net Present Value method considering costs of losses, Composite models for branch and node models, incl.
Distributed slack by load and generation, including grid
investment costs, economic impact of failure rates template library for handling composite models
interchange schedules
(only with Reliability Analysis Functions), and Parameter characteristics (scalar, vector, matrix, files) for
Accurate modelling of induction machines
project schedules modelling of load profiles, wind- / PV in-feed, temperature
Voltage dependent load models
Efficiency Ratio Evaluation to determine optimal dependencies, etc.
Simple load / generation scaling, as well as automated
year of investment Grid organisation and element grouping (zones, areas,
feeder load scaling
boundaries, circuits, routes, feeders, operators, owners, etc.)
Determination of “Power at Risk”
Consideration of temperature dependency RESULTS AND REPORTING
DPL scripts for Time Sweeps, ATC, penalty factor DATA MANAGEMENT
Extremely rich set of calculation quantities
calculation, etc.
Text and interactive spreadsheet reports Single-user and multi-user database
Configurable Flexible Data Pages Multi-user operation and team working
SHORT-CIRCUIT ANALYSIS Most comprehensive reporting in network diagrams User accounting, data access and function access rights
Numerous interactive plots for result visualisation User Profiles with customizable toolbars, dialogs and
Support of IEC 60909, IEEE 141 / ANSI C37,
(protection, harmonics, stability and transients, context menus
VDE 0102 / 0103, G74 and IEC 61363 norms and methods
eigenvalue analysis, etc.) Offline Mode via locally cached database and automatic
Complete superposition method, including dynamic
Powerful result comparison mode re-synchronization when connected to the networkUser-
voltage support of generators connected via
friendly and powerful Data and Object Manager
power electronics
Grid Variations management with time-stamped grid
Multiple fault analysis of any kind of fault incl. single- NETWORK DIAGRAMS AND GRAPHIC FEATURES
Expansion Stages
phase interruption, inter-circuit faults, etc.
Simplified Single Line Diagrams for schematic and Highly flexible Study Case management with definition of
design views Operation Scenarios
CONTINGENCY ANALYSIS Detailed Single Line Diagrams showing full Flexible Parameter Characteristics
switch & component model Master- and Derived Projects with Merge Tools
AC or DC and combined AC / DC load flow analysis
Intelligent Overview Diagrams supporting Project versioning
Fast contingency screening
node & branch views Database undo and rollback function
Single and multiple time phase consideration
Geographic Diagrams (GPS based) with background maps Database housekeeping mechanisms
Event-based post-fault actions
Single Line Diagram handling across Variations and
Substation Automation via Switching Schemes
Expansion Stages
Automatic time sweep contingency analysis of 24 hours EXTERNAL DATA FORMAT SUPPORT
Automated drawing of Substation Diagrams
time span incl. parallelization
Auto-assistant for diagram drawing based on grid data Import filters for PSS / E, PSS / U, PSS / Adept,
Generator effectiveness and Quad Booster effectiveness
User-definable Symbols and Composite Graphics UCTE/ENTSO-E, Neplan, ISU, NETCAL, NEPS, ReticMaster
Enhanced fault case management
Global template libraries (e.g. for substation Bi-directional, flexible DGS interface (ASCII, XML, CSV,
Comprehensive spreadsheet reporting features
configurations, WTG, PV-systems) ODBC) supporting GIS and SCADA interfacing
incl. graphical visualization of critical cases
Numerous diagram colouring and result Optional: PSS / E Export, CIM (ENTSO-E Profile), PRAO
Tracing of individual contingency cases
visualization modes
Contingency comparison mode
Grid / multiple-CPU computing support GENERAL SOFTWARE INFORMATION
NETWORK REPRESENTATION
Functional integration for all power system applications
NETWORK REDUCTION Support of any kind of meshed/ radial 1-, 2-, 3- and incl. T&D, industry, renewables, smart grids, etc.
4 wire AC and DC networks with combined AC and DC Various interfaces for communication and data exchange
Flexible definition of Boundaries
modelling for all available analysis functions with third-party systems
Calculation of load flow and short-circuit equivalent
Single-phase, two-phase, bi-phase and three-phase MS Windows compatible software supporting 32 Bit and
Support of Load, Ward and Extended Ward Equivalents
technology with / without neutral 64 Bit architecture to facilitate very large grids
Capturing of reduction via variation for convenient
Detailed primary and secondary substation models
toggling between original and equivalent grid
(single / double busbars w/o tie breaker, 1-1 / 2 busbar,
SCRIPTING AND AUTOMATION
bypass busbar), extendable for user-specific busbar
VOLTAGE STABILITY ANALYSIS configurations incl. Protection schemes DPL: DIgSILENT Programming Language; C-like syntax
Switches and substation equipment such as CB, fuse, supporting unlimited access to PowerFactory objects,
PV curves and QV analysis
disconnector, load break switch, grounding switch, parameters and their functionality
NEC / NER, surge arrestor, CT, VT, CVT, etc. Extendable function scope of DPL via C-Interface, thus
LOAD FLOW SENSITIVITIES Running arrangements and switching rules for allowing to access external data and applications
substation automation PowerFactory C++ -API (Application Interface)
Voltage Sensitivities and Branch Flow Sensitivities
for full external automation of PowerFactory
Transformer and booster Sensitivities
Modal analysis for identifying “strong” and “weak” POWER EQUIPMENT MODELS
parts of the network GIS AND SCADA INTEGRATION
Large and comprehensive Equipment Type Library
Synchronous and asynchronous motor / generator Support of various interfacing options incl. bi-directional
ASYNCHRONOUS MACHINE PARAMETER Doubly-fed induction machines data exchange with GIS and / or API utilization
IDENTIFICATION Static generator for modelling wind- and PV- generators, On-line reading of dynamic SCADA data as well as import
fuel cells, micro-turbines, etc. of static data; engine integration with SCADA systems
External grids, AC and DC voltage and current sources Optional Interfaces: OPC (SCADA Interoperability
OVERHEAD LINE & CABLE PARAMETER
Simple and complex load model, special MV and Standard), A / D Signal Interfacing
CALCULATION
LV load models
Static var compensation (SVC) and shunt / filter models
BASIC MV / LV NETWORK ANALYSIS Network branches (OHL, cable, branches, line couplings,
tower geometries, cable systems, 2- / 2-N-winding
Feeder Analysis Tools incl. voltage profile plots and
transformer and auto transformer, 3-winding
feeder load scaling for simple and meshed feeders
transformer, booster transformer, reactor, series
Automated schematic visualization of feeder topology
capacitor, common impedance, etc.)
DIgSILENT
PowerFactory 15 +Advanced Functions
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PROTECTION FUNCTIONS Verification of user-defined voltage drops per terminal VOLTAGE PROFILE OPTIMIZATION
and / or feeders
Comprehensive relay library with relay models suitable Voltage profile optimization for bi-directional power flows
Balanced (positive sequence) or unbalanced calculation
for steady-state, RMS and EMT calculations in systems with high level of distributed generation
with support of all phase technologies (1-, 2- and 3 phase
Synchronization with StationWare Determination of optimal distribution transformer tap
systems, w / o neutral conductor)
Elaborated relay settings spread sheet reports positions for production and consumption cases
System phase technology and cable types consistency
Combined consideration of MV and LV feeder voltage
checks in the feeder
profiles with enhanced plotting features
TIME-OVERCURRENT PROTECTION Various verification reports and automatic modification of
cable types in the existing network via network variations
Overcurrent-Time diagram supporting Drag & Drop
OPTIMAL CAPACITOR PLACEMENT
Cable and transformer damage curves
Motor starting curves + Determination of optimal locations, types, phase
Automatic display of measured currents
POWER QUALITY AND technology and sizes of capacitors
Steady-state response checks HARMONIC ANALYSIS Economic assessment considering costs for losses against
Steady-state short-circuit simulation with tracing of installation costs under predefined voltage constraints
individual steps HARMONIC LOAD FLOW Support of load variation via characteristics
Steady-state tripping times for transient or sub-transient
Harmonic voltage and current indices
current / voltage values
(IEC 61000-3-6, BDEW 2008) +
Transient response checks
Balanced (positive sequence) and unbalanced
RELIABILITY ANALYSIS FUNCTIONS
(Requires Stability Analysis Functions (RMS) or
(multiphase) model FAILURE MODELS
Electromagnetic Transients Functions (EMT))
Unbalanced harmonic sources
Protection Model Features Line, transformer, generator and busbar failures
Non-characteristic and Inter-harmonics
∙ Fuses and low-voltage circuit breakers n-1, n-2 and common mode failures (n-k)
Multiple harmonic injections:
∙ Positive-, Negative-, Zero-Sequence inverse and definite Double earth faults
current and voltage sources, thyristor rectifiers,
time characteristics Independent second failures
PWM-converters, SVS, non-linear loads, Norton-Equivalents
∙ Thermal overload characteristics Protection/ circuit breaker failures
Background distortion Frequency-dependent
∙ Directional Elements supporting cross-, self- and
R and L values
memory polarizing, Wattmetric method
Various harmonic distortion indices such as THD, HD, OPTIMAL POWER RESTORATION
∙ Differential unit with harmonic blocking for multiple
TAD, TIFmx, total RMS currents and voltages
harmonic orders Failure effect analysis (FEA)
(definitions acc. to IEEE and DIN / IEC standards)
∙ Generic and detailed manufacturer specific ∙ Automatic protection-based fault clearing
Harmonic Distortion Plot with pre-defined distortion limits
Recloser units ∙ Intelligent high-end system restoration with potential
according to international standards
∙ Signal transmission between relays, inter-tripping, network reconfiguration and load-shedding
Waveform plots
interblocking schemes ∙ Support of thermal, absolute voltage,
∙ Detailed CT, VT and CVT models including saturation and voltage drop / rise constraints
∙ Over-, Under-voltage inverse and definite FLICKER ANALYSIS ∙ Sectionalizing (remote controlled switches,
time characteristics shortcircuit indicators, manual restoration)
Flicker Assessment (IEC 61400-21):
∙ Programmable logic unit ∙ Substation automation with switching rules
∙ Short- and long-term flicker disturbance factors
∙ Over-, Under-frequency and df / dt inverse and definite Animated tracing of individual cases
for continuous and switching operations Relative
time characteristics (Requires Stability Analysis Detailed reports for restoration action plans
voltage changes
Functions (RMS))
Flicker Meter (IEC 61000-4-15):
∙ EMT or RMS signals RELIABILITY ASSESSMENT
DISTANCE PROTECTION ∙ Support of multiple file formats as ComTrade,
Fast state enumeration incl. optimal power restoration
CSV, user-defined, etc.
Includes Time-Overcurrent Protection techniques for balanced / unbalanced systems
R-X diagrams supporting displaying of measured Calculation of all common reliability indices (IEEE 1366)
impedance trace FREQUENCY SWEEP Components contributions to reliability indices
Time-distance diagrams, with metric or calculated display Support of load variation, incl. load distribution curves
Automatic step size adaption or constant steps
of zone reach in forward and reverse direction Consideration of maintenance schedules
Balanced (positive sequence) and unbalanced
Protection Model Features Support of various tariff and cost models
network model
∙ Generic and detailed manufacturer specific Mho,
Self and mutual impedances/admittances (phase and
Polygonal distance zones and distance starting units
sequence components) OPTIMAL REMOTE CONTROL SWITCH (RCS)
∙ Out of step detection and power swing blocking unit
Frequency-dependent R and L values and line/ PLACEMENT
(Requires Stability Analysis Functions (RMS) or
cable models
Electromagnetic Transients Functions (EMT)) Determination of optimal number and locations for RCS
Spectral density of voltage amplitude/ angle
installation for improvement of system reliability
Economic assessment against various objective functions
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ARC-FLASH ANALYSIS FILTER ANALYSIS
Arc-Flash Calculation in accordance with IEEE-1584 2002 Various filter models GENERATION ADEQUACY ANALYSIS
and NFPA 70E-2012 Design and layout parameters
Stochastic assessment of system supply capabilities
Incident Energy, Flash-Protection Boundary and Filter sizing and verification reports
(Loss of Load Probabilities, Capacity Credit, etc.)
PPE Category on the Single-Line Graphic Ripple control analysis
Consideration of generator outages and maintenance
Automated preparation of Arc-Flash labels via
schedules (Monte Carlo), as well as load variation
MS Excel/Word
+ Enhanced probabilistic models for wind generation
Automatic protection-based fault clearing time DISTRIBUTION NETWORK FUNCTIONS Rich suite of reporting and plotting tools
determination (Requires Protection Functions)
TIE OPEN POINT OPTIMIZATION
Optimization of Tie Open Point positions subject to loss
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CABLE SIZING minimization and/or improvement of system reliability
Support of balanced/ unbalanced systems
Automatic Cable Sizing based on IEC 60364-5-52,
Thermal, absolute voltage, and voltage
NF C15-100, NF C13-200, and BS 7671, etc.
drop/ rise constraints
Cable reinforcement optimization
Enhanced reporting features and graphical visualization
Verification of global and/or individual thermal and short
circuit constraints
+ +
OPTIMAL POWER FLOW (OPF) High precision built-in macros & functions SMALL SIGNAL STABILITY
Automatic initialization of complex, nonlinear models (EIGENVALUE ANALYSIS)
REACTIVE POWER OPTIMIZATION (OPF I)
Large build-in standard IEEE model library
Minimization of losses Support of MatLab/ Simulink interface Full and selective Eigenvalue analysis
Reactive Power Optimization (interior point method) C++ Interfaces for discrete and continuous models Balanced (positive sequence) and unbalanced (3 phase)
Various controls such as: Optional: OPC interface for real-time applications network representation incl. non-conventional generation
∙ Generator reactive power Optional: DSL Crypting Function such as wind turbines, PV-systems, HVDC, VSC and other
∙ Transformer and shunt taps FACTS devices
Flexible constraints such as: Interactive Eigenvalue, Mode Bar and Mode Phasor Plots
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∙ Branch flow and voltage limits ELECTROMAGNETIC TRANSIENTS (EMT) Tabular reports of eigenvalues incl. damped frequencies,
∙ Generator reactive power limits damping time constants, etc.
Integrated simulation of electromagnetic transients
∙ Reactive power reserve Detailed reports of oscillatory modes including
in multiphase AC and DC systems
∙ Boundary flows participation factors of state variables,
Fast, fixed step size or adaptive step-size algorithm
controllability and observability
Simulation of FACTS, HVDC interconnections
ECONOMIC DISPATCH (OPF II) (VSC, thyristor based) and Static Var Systems
(SVCs, STATCOMs), etc. +
Various objective functions, e.g.:
Power electronic devices (PWMs, rectifiers) and discrete
SYSTEM PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION
∙ Minimization of losses
components (diode, thyristors, etc.) Parameter estimation of non-linear dynamic
∙ Minimization of Costs (Eco Dispatch)
Constant and frequency-dependent distributed parameter MIMO-systems fully integrated with DSL-modelling
∙ Optimization of remedial post fault actions,
cable / OHL models
e.g. booster tap changes (pre- to post fault)
∙ OHL / Cable constants calculation
AC optimization (interior point method) +
DC optimization (linear programming)
∙ OHL transpositions POWERFACTORY
Various controls such as:
∙ Single core and pipe-type cables INSTALLATION OPTIONS
∙ Cable cross-bonding
∙ Generator active and reactive power
∙ Semi-conducting layers License Options:
∙ Transformer, quad booster and shunt taps
Non-linear elements and saturation characteristics ∙ Workstation License (Single-User)
Flexible constraints such as:
Series capacitors incl. spark gap model via local USB hardlock
∙ Branch flow and voltage limits
Surge arrestor models ∙ Network License (Multi-User)
∙ Generator active and reactive power limits
Impulse voltage & current source for lightning via License Server with optional Floating Licenses
∙ Active and reactive power reserve
surge analysis Database Options:
∙ Boundary flows
Accurate EMT models of renewable generation ∙ Single-User Database
Contingency constraints (DC only)
(wind / PV, etc.) and storage systems ∙ Multi-User Database with Microsoft SQL Server and / or
Discrete R-L-C elements ORACLE drivers (Requires Network License)
+ Flexible template definition to create and re-utilize
STATE ESTIMATION user specific models library
P, Q, I and V-measurement models Insulation coordination analysis including temporary
Measurement plausibility checks (TOV), switching (SOV) and lightning (LOV) transient
Automatic bad data detection / elimination over-voltages
Verification of System Observability Stochastic switching analysis and point-on-wave
Various options to handle unobservable regions (POW) switching
(e.g. pseudo measurements) Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) analysis
Consideration of load flow constraints Inrush, Ferro-resonance, SSR and TRV studies
COMTRADE-file support
Combined RMS and EMT simulation mode
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STABILITY ANALYSIS FUNCTIONS (RMS) (Requires Stability Analysis Functions (RMS))
Multi-phase AC networks, DC-networks
Support of balanced and unbalanced grid conditions DIgSILENT SIMULATION LANGUAGE (DSL)
Fast, fixed step-size and adaptive step-size algorithm FOR DYNAMIC EMT MODELLING
A-stable numerical integration algorithms supporting
Graphical editor for drawing any kind of block diagram
long-term stability simulations with integration step-sizes
Fully flexible definition of simulation functions and signal
ranging from milliseconds to minutes individually
wiring schemes having access to any grid object and their
selectable for each model
parameters via definition of frames
High precision event and interrupt handling
Nesting of frames and model building blocks
Simulation of any kind of fault or event
High precision built-in macros & functions
Transient Motor Starting (synchr. / asynchr. Machines)
Automatic initialization of complex, nonlinear models
Support of all protection library relays
Support of MatLab / Simulink interface
Real-Time Simulation Mode
C++ Interfaces for discrete and continuous models
Simulation Scan Feature, e.g. frequency scan, loss of
Optional: OPC interface for real-time applications
synchronism scan, voltage / voltage recovery scan,
Optional: DSL model crypting feature
or common variable scan
Combined RMS and EMT simulation mode
(Requires Electromagnetic Transients Functions (EMT)) +
MOTOR STARTING FUNCTIONS
Single or multiple Motor Starting
DIgSILENT SIMULATION LANGUAGE (DSL)
Transient Motor Starting (synchr. / asynchr. Motors),
FOR DYNAMIC RMS MODELLING
with full support of controller models
Graphical editor for drawing any kind of block diagram Steady-state Motor Starting
(AVR, prime mover, relay, etc.) Various Motor Starting methods (reactor, autotransformer,
Fully flexible signal wiring schemes having access to any variable rotor resistance, star delta,...)
grid object and their parameters via definition of frames Thermal limit check of cables and transformers
Nesting of frames and model building blocks Automatic starting check function, visualized in Single
DSL (DIgSILENT Simulation Language) for fully flexible Line Diagram
definition of simulation functions via the DSL syntax Detailed motor starting report
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