IEC 60146-1-1:2009

FOREWORD
1 Scope and object
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
  3.1 Semiconductor devices and combinations
  3.2 Arms and connections
  3.3 Controllability of converter arms and quadrants of
       operation (on d.c. side)
  3.4 Commutation, quenching and commutation circuitry
  3.5 Commutation characteristics
  3.6 Rated values
  3.7 Specific voltages, currents and factors
  3.8 Cooling
  3.9 Service conditions tolerances and electromagnetic
       compatibility
  3.10 Harmonic distortion
  3.11 Definitions related to insulation co-ordination
4 Operation of semiconductor power equipment and valve devices
  4.1 Classification
       4.1.1 Semiconductor converter
       4.1.2 Semiconductor valve devices
  4.2 Principal letter symbols and subscripts
  4.3 Basic operation of semiconductor converters
       4.3.1 Commutation
       4.3.2 Basic calculation factors for line commutated
             converters
       4.3.3 Disturbances and fault conditions
5 Service conditions
  5.1 Code of identification for cooling method
  5.2 Environmental conditions
       5.2.1 Ambient air circulation
       5.2.2 Normal service conditions - Temperatures
       5.2.3 Other normal service conditions
       5.2.4 Unusual service conditions
  5.3 Characteristics of the load
  5.4 Service condition tolerances
       5.4.1 Steady state and short time conditions
       5.4.2 Repetitive and non-repetitive transients
6 Power conversion equipment and assemblies
  6.1 Electrical connections
  6.2 Calculation factors
       6.2.1 Essential variables
       6.2.2 Losses and efficiency
       6.2.3 Power factor
       6.2.4 Voltage regulation
  6.3 Electromagnetic compatibility
       6.3.1 Harmonics
       6.3.2 Other EMC aspects
  6.4 Rated values
       6.4.1 General
       6.4.2 Rated output voltage
       6.4.3 Rated current values
  6.5 Duty classes
       6.5.1 Principles
       6.5.2 Selection of duty class and rated current value
       6.5.3 Particular remarks for double converters
  6.6 Markings
       6.6.1 General
       6.6.2 Rating plate
7 Tests for valve device assemblies and power conversion
  equipment
  7.1 General
       7.1.1 Methods of testing
       7.1.2 Kinds of tests
       7.1.3 Performance of tests
  7.2 Insulation tests
       7.2.1 General
       7.2.2 Insulation routine tests of power conversion
             equipment
       7.2.3 Additional tests
  7.3 Functional test
       7.3.1 Light load test and functional test
       7.3.2 Rated current test
       7.3.3 Over-current capability test
       7.3.4 Measurement of the inherent voltage regulation
       7.3.5 Measurement of ripple voltage and current
       7.3.6 Measurement of harmonic currents
  7.4 Losses, temperature and power factor
       7.4.1 Power loss determination for assemblies and equipment
       7.4.2 Temperature rise test
       7.4.3 Power factor measurements
  7.5 Auxiliaries and control
       7.5.1 Checking of auxiliary devices
       7.5.2 Checking the properties of the control equipment
       7.5.3 Checking the protective devices
  7.6 EMC tests
  7.7 Measurement of audible noise and additional tests
  7.8 Tolerances
Annex A (normative) - Harmonics and interhamonics
Annex B (informative) - Electrical environment - Short-circuit
                        ratio
Annex C (normative) - Protection against electric shock and
                      energy hazards
Bibliography
Index of definitions

IEC 60146-1-1:2009 specifies the requirements for the performance of all semiconductor power converters and semiconductor power switches using controllable and/or non-controllable electronic valve devices. It is primarily intended to specify the basic requirements for converters in general and the requirements applicable to line commutated converters for conversion of a.c. power to d.c. power or vice versa. Parts of this standard are also applicable to other types of electronic power converter provided that they do not have their own product standards. This fourth edition constitutes a technical revision and introduces five main changes:
- re-edition of the whole standard according to the current directives;
- correction of definitions and addition of new terms, especially terms concerning EMC, harmonic distortion and insulation co-ordination;
- the service condition tolerances have been revised according to the IEC 61000 series;
- the insulation tests have been revised considering the insulation co-ordination;
- addition of three annexes.