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What Are The Specific Requirements For Ambient Temperature, Humidity, And Ventilation Conditions When Installing High-voltage Series Reactors?

Apr 01, 2026 Leave a message

When installing a high voltage series reactor, the following specific requirements for ambient temperature, humidity and ventilation conditions are required:
I. Ambient Temperature Requirements
Operating temperature range: Ambient temperatures are generally required between -25°C and +45°C. This range is determined on the basis of the reactor's heat resistance class (e.g. class H temperature resistance 180°C) and temperature rise limits (e.g. core temperature ≤ 85K, coil temperature ≤ 95K) to ensure safe operation of the reactor at high temperatures.
Extreme Temperature Handling: If the ambient temperature is likely to exceed 45°C (e.g. in summer or tropical regions), heat dissipation measures (e.g. forced air cooling, increased ventilation area) or the selection of high-temperature reactor model are required.
ii. Ambient Humidity Requirements
Relative Humidity Limit: Environmental relative humidity should not exceed 90% (25°C). High humidity can dampen the reactor's insulation material, reduce insulation performance and even cause partial discharges or short circuits. Moisture-proofing measures: In humid areas or seasons, reactor moisture protection designs (e.g. vacuum impregnation with H-grade impregnation varnish, heat curing process) or dehumidification equipment must be enhanced to ensure that internal humidity is controlled.
III. Ventilation Requirements
Natural ventilation: Reactors should be installed in well-ventilated areas to avoid heat accumulation. If installed outdoors, make sure there are no obstructions and good air circulation.
Mandatory ventilation: If the reactor is installed in a cabinet or enclosed space, ventilation equipment (e.g. exhaust fans, vents) must be installed. Exhaust fans and vents should not be located on the same wall to create effective air convection. If space is limited, air ducts should be installed to guide airflow and remove heat.
Ventilation volume calculation: ventilation volume required is calculated on the basis of the reactor loss (e.g. copper loss, iron losses loss) and temperature increase limits to ensure that temperature does not exceed the specified value when the reactor continues to be 1.35 times the rated current.
IV. INTRODUCTION Introduction 1 / Other environmental requirements
Height: In general, the height should not exceed 2000 metres. Thin air reduces heat dissipation at high altitudes, so reactor rated the reactor's rated capacity or heat dissipation design needs to be adjusted to suit actual conditions.
Harmless gases and flammable/explosive materials: There should be no hazardous gases (e.g. corrosive gases and vapour) and flammable/explosive materials around reactors to prevent corrosion or safety accidents.
No serious mechanical vibration: there should be no serious mechanical vibration at the installation site to prevent the reactor structure from loosening or damaging.

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