SMART GRID

The emergence of smart grids has triggered a noteworthy transformation within the energy industry, ushering in an era of enhanced efficiency, dependability, and eco-friendliness in the management of electricity distribution. Central to this revolutionary change are current sensors, designed to detect and gauge electrical currents flowing through circuits.

The power grid comprises various parameters necessitating continuous monitoring and computation, encompassing electric current, voltage, frequency, reactive and real power, and harmonic distortion. The monitoring and control of these variables rely on the utilization of current sensors, which play a crucial role in gathering essential data. One such type of sensor is the Current Transformers, renowned for their robustness and ability to handle substantial currents. Another notable variant utilized in smart grids is the Hall Sensors, intelligent devices that offer analog or digital outputs along with additional features such as overcurrent detection and noise cancellation.

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS FOR SMART GRID

• Distribution Automation – Fault Detection, Isolation & Restoration
• Grid Monitoring (e.g. Intelligent substations)
• Protection & Safety
• Distribution Transformer Monitoring
• Distribution Automation – Voltage Control
• Power Quality