ABB solar inverters

PVS980 product overview

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PVS980 product overview
Course content

The different modules of this course are:

 Product overview

 Firmware

 Fault tracing

 Maintenance

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 Module 1
Product overview

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PVS980 product overview
Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

 Describe the product highlights of the PVS980
 Understand the datasheet and important technical
specifications
 Identify the different sections and components
 Know which PC tools are used

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PVS980 product overview
Highlights

 Designed for utility-scale, grid-

connected photovoltaic (PV) solar energy
production
 Outdoor inverter with ABB’s patented,
self-contained cooling system
 Single-stage topology with
transformerless IGBT-type design
 Based on the same technology platform
as used in frequency converters and wind
turbine converters

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Datasheet
Type designation PVS980-58-1818kVA-I PVS980-58-1909kVA-J PVS980-58-2000kVA-K
Input (DC)
Maximum recommended PV power (P PV, max) 1) 2910 kWp 3055 kWp 3200 kWp

Maximum DC current (I max (DC)) 2400 A 2400 A 2400 A

DC voltage range, mpp (UDC, mpp) at 35 °C 850 to 1500 V 893 to 1500 V 935 to 1500 V
DC voltage range, mpp (UDC, mpp) at 50 °C 850 to 1100 V 893 to 1100 V 935 to 1100 V
Maximum DC voltage (Umax (DC)) 1500 V 1500 V 1500 V
Number of MPPT trackers 1 1 1
Number of protected DC inputs 8 2) to 24 (+/-) 8 2) to 24 (+/-) 8 2) to 24 (+/-)
Output (AC)
Maximum power (Smax (AC)) 3) 2000 kVA 2100 kVA 2200 kVA
Nominal power (S N(AC)) 4) 1818 kVA 1909 kVA 2000 kVA
Maximum AC current (I max (AC)) 1925 A 1925 A 1925 A
Nominal AC current (I N(AC)) 1750 A 1750 A 1750 A
Nominal output voltage (UN(AC)) 5) 600 V 630 V 660 V
Output frequency 5) 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz
Harmonic distortion, current 6) < 3% < 3% < 3%
Distribution network type 7) TN and IT TN and IT TN and IT
Efficiency
Maximum 8) 98.8% 98.8% 98.8%
Euro-eta 8) 98.6% 98.6% 98.6%
CEC efficiency 9) 98.0% 98.5% 98.5%
Power consumption
Self consumption in normal operation ≤ 2500 W ≤ 2500 W ≤ 2500 W
Standby operation consumption 225 W 225 W 225 W
1) DC/AC ratio over 1.6 might decrease maintenance intervals 6) At nominal power
Auxiliary voltage source
2) As standard
internal7) internal internal
Inverter side must be IT type
3) At 35 °C 8) Without auxiliary power consumption at min U
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5) ±10%
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Datasheet
Type designation PVS980-58-1818kVA-I PVS980-58-1909kVA-J PVS980-58-2000kVA-K
Environmental limits
Degree of protection IP66 10) /UL Type 3R
Ambient temp. range (nom. ratings) 11) -20 °C to +50 °C
Maximum ambient temperature 12) +60°C
Relative humidity 5% to 100%
Maximum altitude (above sea level) 4000 m 13)

Maximum noise level 88 dBA 14)

Protection
Ground fault monitoring Yes
Grid monitoring Yes
Anti-islanding Yes
DC reverse polarity Yes
AC and DC short circuit and overcurrent Yes
AC and DC overvoltage and surge Yes
User interface and communications
Local user interface ABB control panel
Analog inputs 2 as standard
Digital inputs/relay outputs 7/1 as standard
Fieldbus connectivity Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet 15)

Product compliance
Safety and EMC 16) CE conformity according to LV and EMC directives
Certifications and approvals 16) IEC, UL, RCM, IEEE, BDEW, CEI, SAGC, FCC
Grid support and grid functions Reactive power compensation 17) , Power reduction, LVRT, HVRT, FqRT
Dimensions and weight
Width/Height/Depth, mm
10) Excluding (W/H/D) testing, IP56 with underpressure
underpressure 3180/2443/1522 3180/2443/1522
14) At partial power typically < 75 dBA 3180/2443/1522
11) -40 °C as option 15) More communication options as engineered option
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12) Power derating after 50 °C 16) Additional certifications and approvals pending, contact ABB for more information
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13) Power derating above 1000 m 17) Also at night
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Temperature range

S [%]
• Rated S = 100 percent
power At 50 °C (122 °F) 110%

• Maximum S = 110 percent 100%

power At 35 °C (95 °F)
• Maximum S = 0 percent 80%
temperature At 60 °C (140 °F)
• Knee point S = 80 percent
At 55 °C (131 °F)
• Minimum −20 °C (−4 °F) as standard t [°C]
temperature −40 °C (−40 °F) as an 0%
option 35° 50° 55° 60°

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Power vs. DC voltage and temperature

S [%]

110%

106.6%
Minimum DC voltage varies according 103.3%
to model:
100 % 35 °C
 UDC,min = 850 V with 1,818 kVA unit 40 °C
45 °C
 UDC,min = 893 V with 1,909 kVA unit
50 °C
 UDC,min = 935 V with 2,000 kVA unit

UDC [V]
0% UDC,min 1100 V 1200 V 1500 V
1150 V 1250 V

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Reactive power supply

 Supply of reactive power for grid P [%]

support 110%
2 2
35 °C
𝑄𝑚𝑎𝑥 = 𝑆𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝑃𝑚𝑎𝑥 100%
50 °C
 8 different ways to define the reference
value for Q, for example:
 in amperes
 in percent of nominal power
 in cosϕ etc. Q [%]

100%
−100%

110%
−110%

 Night-time Q-mode capability with PV

inductive capacitive
panels disconnected

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Cooling system

 ABB’s patented enclosed cooling

system

 Compact thermosiphon heat

exchanger technology based on
phase transition

 No commissioning, no refilling of
refrigerant, no pumps or
compressors, only cleanable air
grilles

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Section overview

A. Control section
C C B. AC cabling section
A
C. Main air channel
D. DC cabling section
E F E F
E. AC section
B F. DC section
D
D

Front view

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Section overview

A. Control section
I I B. AC cabling section
A C. Main air channel
D. DC cabling section
H H
E. AC section
F. DC section
B
G G G. LCL section
H. LCL air channel
I. Inverter module unit

Back view

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Single line diagram

1. DC fuses
2. DC disconnector switch 3
12 1
3. Surge protection - type 1
10 9 8 7 4 2
4. DC contactor
13
5. DC grounding as option (positive/negative)
6. Insulation resistance measurement
7. Power modules 11 5 6
8. LCL filters
11
9. AC contactor
10. AC fuses
11. Internal auxiliary power transformer 13
10 9 4 2
8 7
12. AC surge protection - type I
1
13. AC disconnector switch (AC breaker as an 12
3
option)

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Component overview
1. DC cable lead-throughs
2. DC input cable terminals
3. Input DC fuses
4. Connecting knobs for temporary
grounding of the DC busbars for work
5. DC main switch
6. Ground fault monitoring device
7. DC contactor
8. DC surge protection
9.
10. Main channel cooling fans
11.
12.
13. AC contactor
14. AC fuses
15. AC main switch disconnector (Q1) or AC
breaker (optional)
16. AC output grid connection with connecting
knobs for temporary grounding for work
17. Cabinet internal fans
18. AC output cable lead-throughs
Front view 19. AC surge protection
20. Auxiliary transformer
21. AC500 PLC
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Component overview
1. DC cable lead-throughs
2. DC input cable terminals
3. Input DC fuses
4. Connecting knobs for temporary
grounding of the DC busbars for work
5. DC main switch
6. Ground fault monitoring device
7. DC contactor
8. DC surge protection
9. Inverter module
10. Main channel cooling fans
11. LCL filter
12. LCL filter cooling fan (internal & external)
13. AC contactor
14. AC fuses
15. AC main switch disconnector (Q1) or AC
breaker (optional)
16. AC output grid connection with connecting
knobs for temporary grounding for work
17. Cabinet internal fans
18. AC output cable lead-throughs
Back view 19. AC surge protection
20. Auxiliary transformer
21. AC500 PLC
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PVS980 product overview
Component overview
1. DC cable lead-throughs
2. DC input cable terminals
3. Input DC fuses
4. Connecting knobs for temporary
grounding of the DC busbars for work
5. DC main switch
6. Ground fault monitoring device (optional)
7. DC contactor
8. DC surge protection
9. Inverter module
10. Main channel cooling fans
11. LCL filter
12. LCL filter cooling fan (internal & external)
13. AC contactor
14. AC fuses
15. AC main switch disconnector (Q1) or AC
breaker (optional)
16. AC output grid connection with connecting
knobs for temporary grounding for work
17. Cabinet internal fans
18. AC output cable lead-throughs
Front view 19. AC surge protection
20. Auxiliary transformer
21. AC500 PLC
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Communication

 The inverter can be connected to an external control system

through an optional fieldbus adapter that is mounted on the
inverter control unit.

 Communication options:

 Fieldbus – Ethernet IP

 Fieldbus – Modbus RTU

 Fieldbus – Modbus TCP/IP

 Fieldbus – PROFINET

 ABB monitoring portal

 Ethernet switch available as an option

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PC tools overview

 Drive loader 2 for firmware updates

 Drive composer for startup and maintenance

 Drive composer entry

 Drive composer pro

 Automation Builder for internal PLC software updates

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 Module 2
Firmware

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Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

 Explain the operational states of the PVS980

 Describe the different features of the inverter firmware

 Name the most important parameter groups

 Know the process of a firmware update

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Shared control technology

 The PVS980 shares its control platform with the ACS880 product
family (control hardware and software)

Control panel:
ACS-AP-I
Control boards:
Control program Control unit
BCU-12 etc.

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State machine

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Program features overview

 Grid code settings

 Grid monitoring

 Fault ride-through

 Reactive power control

 Night Q production

 Active power limitations

 Temperature control

 Grounding and insulation resistance monitoring

 DC input current monitoring (optional)

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Parameter system

 Parameters are divided in different parameter groups ranging from

101 to over 200, with some numbers missing.

 The parameters are either editable or read-only:

 Editable parameters to change inverter settings

 Read-only parameters (actual values) to view the inverter

status

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Parameter system

Parameter can be viewed The most important read-only parameter

groups* are:
 On the control panel:
 101 Actual values
 104 Warnings and faults
 107 System info
 173 Inverter status
Some important editable parameter
groups* are:
 124 Reactive power reference
 In Drive composer:
 126 FRT tripping curve
 135 Grid monitoring
 174 DC input current monitor (option)
 189 Inverter control
 213 Wake-up monitor
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*Some parameter groups might contain read-only and editable parameters
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Inverter firmware update with Drive loader 2

 More details can be found in the firmware manual from ABB

Library and during the hands-on course

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PVS980 firmware
PLC software update with Automation Builder

 More details can be found in the firmware manual from ABB

Library and during the hands-on course

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 Module 3
Fault tracing

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PVS980 fault tracing
Objectives

After completing this module, you will be able to:

 Explain the functions of PVS980 diagnostics

 Find information on how to trace alarms and signals with the fault
logger and data logger

 Explain what kind of support material exists and where to find it

 Get help with fault tracing when needed

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Preparation

WARNING! Only qualified electricians are

allowed to service the inverter. Read the safety
instructions in the inverter manuals before
working on the inverter.

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Preparation

Required equipment*
 Personal safety equipment

 True RMS multimeter

 Toolbox with standard tools

Recommended equipment*
 Laptop with Drive composer

 Insulation resistance meter

 Digital oscilloscope

 Current clamp

 High-voltage probes

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* Minimum requirement list
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Warnings and faults

 Two-level protection system:

 Warnings are informative, power

production may be limited but not
stopped, and when the event is over,
the warning disappears automatically.

 Faults stop the inverter, a reset is

needed to restart the power
production, auto reset is possible for
some faults.

 Some protection functions are predefined; other protection

functions can be defined during commissioning or service.
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Flowchart
Use the help function on the
control panel or in Drive
Check error code composer. For more details,
refer to the firmware
Check relevant manual.
parameter values on the
control panel or in Drive Check relevant
composer parameter values

Check relevant LED lights

Visually inspect (see the hardware manual),
relevant contactor status, fuses, etc.
hardware

Measure relevant
values

Repair based on the fault

tracing results.
Repair

Reset fault and verify full

inverter functionality Reset fault and
verify

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Drive composer

 Drive composer can be used for fault tracing.

 The event logger shows faults, warnings, and their resets with:

 Timestamps, codes, names, auxiliary codes

 Parameters can be monitored over time.

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Control panel

 The event log contains submenus for

faults, other events, active faults, and
active warnings.

 Parameter values can be looked up in

parameter group 101 Actual values

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Firmware manual

 Firmware manual with detailed

explanation of each error code

 Download from the ABB Library

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ABB support

 If you cannot solve the problem yourself, you can contact your
local ABB service unit.

 Required information:

 Type code and serial number of the inverter

 Description of the problem

 A list of the parameters of the inverter

 Actions so far and their outcome

 Drive composer tip: create a support package with one click and
send the event history, parameters, etc. to ABB support.

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Maintenance

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Objectives

 After completing this module, you will be able to:

 Describe the life cycle of an ABB product

 Order spare parts online

 Look up and report drives in the Drives Installed Base database

 Schedule preventive maintenance actions

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Product life cycle phases

Annual life cycle status review

Life cycle announcement Life cycle announcement Life cycle announcement

Active Classic Limited Obsolete

Product is Product manufacturing Guaranteed product Limited product

released for sale ceases support ceases support ceases

Guaranteed product support Limited product support

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Spare parts

 Spare part management is necessary to ensure fast repair times

and therefore maximize the uptime of the inverter.

 The ABB tool Business Online (BOL) is used to:

 Check the price and availability of a spare parts

 Order spare parts

 BOL is accessible for everyone within

ABB, and access can be given
to selected big customers.

 BOL tutorials are

available

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Drives Installed Base (DIB)

 Commissioning & all maintenance actions have to be reported to

DIB.

 Installed Base is accessible for registered ABB users.

G6281e 30 min G6282e 30 min
 E-learning courses
Drives Installed Base Drives Installed Base
on how to use DIB: basics, Internet course - service reporting, Internet
EN course - EN

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Warranty

 The standard warranty is 12 months after the commissioning date

or 24 months after the manufacturing date, whichever occurs first.

 Longer warranties can be purchased as an option.

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How old is the device?

The age of the inverter can be

looked up from the serial
number on the rating plate

Manufacturing country
(8 = Estonia)

Manufacturing year (2016)

Manufacturing week (43)

Running manufacturing
number (000001)

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Preventive maintenance
Performance and reliability

Preventive maintenance ensures the

highest reliability and optimum
performance of the inverter

Repair services
No maintenance
If you do nothing, equipment
will fail at some point.
Failure This includes inverters!

Time

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Preventive maintenance

 The PVS980 is a low-maintenance inverter: no air filters, only air

grilles that are cleanable.

 Mandatory preventive maintenance actions during the warranty

period and ABB service contracts. Shorter maintenance intervals
recommended under difficult ambient conditions

 Maintenance schedule in the

PVS980 hardware
manual in the ABB Library

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Preventive maintenance – annual inspections

Action Description
I Visually examine and do maintenance if it is necessary.
P On-/off-site work (commissioning, tests, measurements, etc.)
R Replace the component.

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Preventive maintenance – component replacement

Replacement of components
10
12

17

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Preventive maintenance – component replacement

Replacement of components

 Ready-made preventive maintenance (PM) spare parts kits

available
 6 yrs/18 yrs PM kit
 12 yrs/24 yrs PM kit

 The PM kits can be ordered through Business Online (BOL)

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