Application of Metal-Oxide-Varistor Surge Arresters on Distribution Systems

The emergence of the metal-oxide varistor (MOV) has made a significant impact on station-class surge arrester technology. Areas in which MOV arresters will provide superior protection on distribution systems are examined even though the current discharge voltage characteristics of MOV arresters are...

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Published in:IEEE transactions on power apparatus and systems 1982-06, Vol.PAS-101 (6), p.1711-1715
Main Author: Niebuhr, W. D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Arresters
Capacitors
Costs
Power cables
Power system protection
Reliability
Surge protection
Surge Protective Devices - c62
Varistors
Voltage control
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Summary:The emergence of the metal-oxide varistor (MOV) has made a significant impact on station-class surge arrester technology. Areas in which MOV arresters will provide superior protection on distribution systems are examined even though the current discharge voltage characteristics of MOV arresters are the same as those of conventional surge arresters. Areas discussed include .Severe switching areas (capacitor banks); .High temporary overvoltage areas; .Underground and overhead systems.
ISSN:0018-9510
2995-6323
DOI:10.1109/TPAS.1982.317223