ABB solar inverters

PVS800, central inverters, 100 kW to 500 kW

ABB introduces a new series of solar Based on ABB’s highly successful Highlights
inverters that raise product reliability, platform of industrial drives - the most − High efficiency and long operating life
efficiency and ease of installation to widely used industrial drives on the − Modular and compact product design
new levels. The inverters are aimed market – the inverters are the most − Extensive DC and AC side protection
at system integrators and end users efficient and cost-effective way to − Power factor compensation as
who require high performance solar convert the direct current generated standard
inverters for large photovoltaic power by solar modules into high-quality and − Fast and easy installation
plants and industrial and commercial CO 2-free alternating current that can be − Complete range of industrial-type
buildings. The inverters are available fed into the power network. data communication options,
from 100 kW up to 500 kW, and are including remote monitoring
optimized for cost-efficient multi- Solar inverters from ABB − Life cycle service and support
megawatt power plants. ABB central inverters are ideal for through ABB’s extensive global
large photovoltaic power plants and service network
World’s leading inverter platform medium sized power plants installed
The new ABB solar inverters have been in commercial or industrial buildings.
developed on the basis of decades High efficiency, proven components,
of experience in the industry and compact and modular design and a
proven technology platform. Unrivalled host of lifecycle services ensures ABB
expertise from the world’s market and central inverters provide a rapid return
technology leader in variable speed AC on investment.
and DC drives is the hallmark of the
new solar inverter series.
ABB central inverters
Maximum energy and feed-in revenues and modular platform provides a wide
ABB central inverters have a high range of options like remote monitoring,
efficiency level. Optimized and accurate fieldbus connection and integrated DC
system control and a maximum power cabinets. The inverters are customized and
point tracking (MPPT) algorithm ensure configured to meet end user needs and
that maximum energy is delivered to the are available with short delivery times.
power network from the solar modules.
For end users this generates the highest Effective connectivity
possible revenues from the feed-in ABB central inverters are a transformless
tariffs now common in many countries. solar inverter range, which lets system
integrators realize the power plant
Proven ABB components through a combination of different
The inverters comprise proven ABB inverters sizes and suitable grid
components with a long track record of connection.
performance excellence in demanding
applications and harsh environments. ABB central inverter topology allows
Equipped with extensive electrical and direct AC side parallel connection of
mechanical protection, the inverters the inverters thereby, decreasing the
are engineered to provide a long and transformer cost and size. However, in
reliable service life of at least 20 years. systems where the PV array has to be
grounded, an inverter dedicated winding
Compact and modular design with in the transformer, or a separate
The inverters are designed for fast and transformer, has to be used.
easy installation. The industrial design

Technical data and types

100 kW 250 kW 500 kW
Type code PVS800-57-0100kW-A PVS800-57-0250kW-A PVS800-57-0500kW-A
Input (DC)
Recommended max PV-power (P PV) 120 kW 300 kW 600 kW
DC voltage range, mpp (U DC) 450-750 V 450-750 V 450-750 V
Max DC voltage (U DC, max) 900 V 900 V 900 V
Max DC current (IDC, max) 260 A 700 A 1400 A
Number of protected DC inputs (parallel) 1 (+/-) 1 (+/-) 2 (+/-)
Output (AC)
Nominal AC output power (P AC)) 100 kW 250 kW 500 kW
Nominal AC current (I AC, nom) 195 A 485 A 965 A
1)
Operating grid voltage (+/- 10%) 300 V 300 V 300 V
2)
Operating range, grid frequency (f AC) 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz
Voltage ripple, PV voltage (U PV) < 3% < 3% < 3%
Harmonic distortion of grid current (KIAC) < 3% < 3% < 3%
Power factor (cosfii) compensation Yes Yes Yes
Grid structure TN and IT grid TN and IT grid TN and IT grid
Efficiency
3)
Max efficiency (P AC, max) 97.7% 97.5% 97.5%
3)
Euro-eta 96.7% 96.5% 96.5%
Power consumption
Own consumption in operation (P day) < 0,5% P AC, nom < 0,5% PAC, nom < 0,5% PAC, nom
Standby operation consumption (Pnight) < appr. 45 W < appr. 45 W < appr. 45 W
External auxiliary voltage 230 V, 50 Hz 230 V, 50 Hz 400 V, 50 Hz
Dimensions and weight
Width/Height/Depth, mm (W / H / D) 1030 / 2130 / 644 1830 / 2130 / 644 2630 / 2130 / 644
Weight appr. 575 kg 950 kg 2000 kg
1)
Range to be adjusted specifically for each country standards.
2)
Range to be adjusted specifically for each country standards.
3)
Efficiency measured without auxiliary power consumption, at UDC 500 V.

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ABB central inverter design and grid connection

PVS800 INVERTER

FILTER*
FILTER

FILTER
EMC

EMC
CONTROL
AND
MONITOR

PVS800 INVERTER
FILTER

FILTER*
FILTER
EMC

EMC

CONTROL
AND
MONITOR

* Optional

100 kW 250 kW 500 kW

Type code PVS800-57-0100kW-A PVS800-57-0250kW-A PVS800-57-0500kW-A
Environmental limits
Degree of protection IP22 IP22 IP22
Ambient temperature range -20 °C to +40 °C -20 °C to +40 °C -20 °C to +40 °C
Maximum ambient temperature +50 °C +50 °C +50 °C
Relative humidity, not condensing 15% to 95% 15% to 95% 15% to 95%
Max. Altitude (above sea level) 1000 m 1000 m 1000 m
Maximum noise level 75 dBA (typically <65dBA) 75 dBA (typically <65dBA) 75 dBA (typically <65dBA)
Cooling air flow 1300 m 3/h 1880 m3/h 3840 m3/h
Protection
Ground fault monitoring Yes Yes Yes
Grid monitoring with anti-islanding Yes Yes Yes
DC reverse polarity Yes Yes Yes
AC short circuit Yes Yes Yes
Overvoltage, current and temp protection DC, AC Yes Yes Yes
User interface and communications
Local user interface ABB local control panel ABB local control panel ABB local control panel
Analog inputs 2xPT100, 2xAin 2xPT100, 2xAin 2xPT100, 2xAin
Electrically isolated relay 1 1 1
Field bus connectivity Modbus, Profibus, CANopen, Ethernet
Product compliance
Safety and EMC CE conformity according to LV and EMC directives
Grid compliance According to country requirements: VDE, RD, DK, CEI
4)
Grid support: Reactive power compensation, Power reduction, Low voltage ride through

4)
Optional

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ABB central inverter data communication principle

Central inverter Central inverter

250 kWp solar array

250 kWp solar array

3AUA0000057380 REV B EN 17.9.2009. #14618

Local PC

Modbus
Fieldbus

Internet
NETA-01

Central inverter Central inverter

Remote PC
250 kWp solar array

250 kWp solar array

Medium voltage
transformer

3-phase 20 kV

Accessories Options Support and service

− Solar array junction boxes with string − Increased IP ratings for cabinets ABB supports its customers with a
monitoring − Custom made integrated DC input dedicated service network in more
− Remote monitoring solutions cabinets than 60 countries and provides a
− Warranty extensions possible − Cabinet heating complete range of life cycle services
− I/O extensions from installation and commissioning to
− Communication/monitoring preventative maintenance, spare parts,
− Local PC and automation system repairs and recycling.
connections
− Remote connection option suitable
for modem or Ethernet
For more information please contact:

www.abb.com/solar
www.abb.com

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Specifications subject to change without notice.

Junction box Custom made integrated DC input cabinet