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HEM
UTILITY SCALE MV CENTRAL STRING INVERTER

FRU FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS

OUTDOOR DURABILITY

NEMA 3R

ICOOL 3

ACTIVE HEATING

3 LEVEL TOPOLOGY

ECON MODE
THE INNOVATIVE
MEDIUM VOLTAGE
CENTRAL STRING
NEW RATINGS INVERTER

The Power Electronics HEM medium voltage inverter is

designed for utility scale solar applications, that require the
advantages of a central inverter solution but also the modu-
larity of a string architecture. The HEM can reach up to a
nominal power of 3.6MVA, and offers a wide MPPT window.
It also has the added advantage of having an integrated
medium voltage transformer and switchgear.
Its architecture, composed of six field replaceable units
(FRU), is designed to provide the highest availability and
optimize yield production. Its use in Utility Scale PV plants
provides considerable savings in CAPEX, since having an
integrated MV transformer and switchgear reduces the need
of additional connections between the LV and MV sides.
Thanks to the Power Electronics iCOOL3 cooling system,
the HEM is able to provide NEMA 3R degree of protection
with an air cooling system, and as a result reducing OPEX
costs.
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ROBUST DESIGN

Polymeric Painting Closed-Cell Insulation Galvanized Steel | Stainless Steel (Optional)

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HEM inverter modules have a design life of greater than 30

years of operation in harsh environments and extreme wea-
ther conditions. HEM units are tested and ready to withstand
conditions from the frozen Siberian tundra to the Californian
Death Valley, featuring:

Totally sealed electronics cabinet protects electronics

against dust and moisture.

Conformal coating on electronic boards shields PCBs

from harsh atmospheres.

Temperature and humidity controlled active heating

prevents internal water condensation.

C4 degree of protection according to ISO 12944.

Up to C5-M optional.

Closed-Cell insulation panel isolates the cabinet from solar

heat gains.

Roof cover designed to dissipate solar radiation,

reduce heat build-up and avoid water leakages.

The solid HEM structure avoids the need of additional

external structures.

Random units selected to pass a Factory Water Tightness

Test ensuring product quality.

NEMA 3R.
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REAL TURN-KEY SOLUTION - EASY TO SERVICE

With the HEM, Power Electronics offers a real turn-key By providing full front access the HEM series simplifies
solution, including the MV transformer and switchgear fully the maintenance tasks, reducing the MTTR (and achieving
assembled and tested at the factory. The HEM is a compact a lower OPEX). The total access allows a fast swap of the
turn-key solution that will reduce site design, installation and FRUs without the need of qualified technical personnel.
connection costs.

MV MV STRING INVERTER DC
SWITCHGEAR TRANSFORMER CABINETS RECOMBINER

STRING CONCEPT POWER STAGES

The HEM combines the advantages of a central inverter with

the modularity of the string inverters. Its power stages are
designed to be easily replaceable on the field without the need
of advanced technical service personnel, providing a safe,
reliable and fast Plug&Play assembly system.
Following the modular philosophy of the Freesun series, the
HEM is composed of 6 FRUs (field replaceable units), where
all the power stages are physically joined in the DC side and
therefore, in the event of a fault, the faulty module is taken
off-line and its power is distributed evenly among the remai-
ning functioning FRUs.
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INNOVATIVE COOLING SYSTEM

Based on more than 3 years of experience with our MV cumbersome dust filters or having to use liquid-cooling
Variable Speed Drive, the iCOOL3 system allows to get NEMA systems, avoiding the commonly known inconveniences
3R degree of protection in an outdoor solar inverter. iCOOL3 of it (complex maintenance, risk of leaks, higher number of
delivers a constant stream of clean air to the FRUs and the components…), therefore resulting in an OPEX cost reduction.
MV transformer, being the most effective way of reaching up
to NEMA 3R degree of protection, without having to maintain

MULTILEVEL TOPOLOGY

The multilevel IGBT topology is the most efficient approach design is the result of our experience with 3 level topologies.
to manage high DC link voltages and makes the difference in The 3 level IGBT topology reduces stage losses, increases
the 1,500 Vdc design. Power Electronics has many years of inverter efficiency and minimizes total harmonic distortion.
power design in both inverters and MV drives and the HEM

TWO-LEVEL
TWO-LEVELINVERTER
INVERTER THREE-LEVEL
THREE-LEVELINVERTER
INVERTER
VOLTAGE (V)
(V)

VOLTAGE (V)
(V)
VOLTAGE

VOLTAGE

OTHER INVERTER TIME

TIME(s)
(s) POWER ELECTRONICS SOLUTION TIME
TIME(s)
(s)
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VAR AT NIGHT

At night, the HEM inverter can shift to reactive power compensation mode. The inverter can respond to an external dynamic
signal, a Power Plant Controller command or pre-set reactive power level (kVAr).

ACTIVE HEATING

At night, when the unit is not actively exporting power, the This autonomous heating system is the most efficient and
inverter can import a small amount of power to keep the homogeneous way to prevent condensation, increasing the
inverter internal ambient temperature above -20°C, without inverters availability and reducing maintenance. PATENTED
using external resistors.

ECON MODE

This innovative control mode allows increasing the efficiency savings. Available as an optional kit, this feature has a pay-
of the MV transformer up to 25%, reducing the power con- back time of less than a few years, therefore resulting in the
sumption of the plant and therefore providing considerable increase of the plant lifetime overall revenue.

EASY TO MONITOR

The Freesun app is the easiest way to monitor the status of

our inverters. All our inverters come with built-in wifi, allowing
remote connectivity to any smart device for detailed updates
and information without the need to open cabinet doors.
The app user-friendly interface allows quick and easy access
to critical information (energy registers, production and events).

AVAILABLE INFORMATION Grid and PV field data.

Inverter and Power module data (Vol-
tages, currents, power, temperatures,
I/O status...).
Weather conditions.
Alarms and warnings events.
Energy registers.
Others.
FEATURES Easy Wireless connection.
Comprehensive interface.
Real time data.
Save and copy settings.
LANGUAGE English, Spanish.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS iOS or Android devices.

SETTINGS CONTROL Yes.

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DYNAMIC GRID SUPPORT

HEM firmware includes the latest utility interactive features (LVRT, OVRT, FRS, FRT, Anti-islanding, active and reactive power
curtailment…), and can be configured to meet specific utility requirements.

FULL VOLTAGE RIDE THROUGH COMPATIBILITY PV INVERTER LOAD (%)

FULL
1.4 VOLTAGE RIDE THROUGH COMPATIBILITY PV INVERTER LOAD (%)
100%
p.u. VOLTAGE

1.4
100%
p.u. VOLTAGE

1.2
1.2

1
1

0.8
0.8

0.6 50%
0.6 50%
0.4
0.4

0.2
0.2

0
0 -1 0 1 2 3 4
-1 0 1 2 3 4 SECONDS 0%
50Hz 52Hz
PO12.3 BDEW PREPA SECONDS
CEI-016 HECO 0%
50Hz FREQUENCY (Hz) 52Hz
PO12.3 BDEW PREPA CEI-016 HECO FREQUENCY (Hz)

Low Voltage Ride Through (LVRT or ZVRT). Inverters can withstand any Frequency Regulation System (FRS). Frequency droop algorithm curtails the

voltage dip or profile required by the local utility. In this situation, the inverter active power along a preset characteristic curve supporting grid stabilization.

can inject current up to the nominal value.

Q(U) EXAMPLE: Q(U) EXAMPLE: Q(U)

Q(U) 1.2 1.2 1.11 1.11
Qmax(cap) VOLTAGE VOLTAGE
Q(max) Qmax(ind) 1.1 1.1 STEP 2 STEP 1.105
2 1.105
Q(max)
1 1 1.1 1.1

0.9 VOLTAGE 0.9 VOLTAGE 1.095 1.095

STEP 1 STEP 1
Active and Reactive Power
Active and Reactive Power

0.8 0.8 1.09 1.09

FAST
0.7 0.7 1.085 1.085
FREQUENCY (Hz)

SLOW
U 0.6 0.6 1.08 1.08

Voltage
Voltage

U
0.5 0.5 1.075 1.075

0.4 0.4 1.07 1.07

0.3 0.3 1.065 1.065

0.2 0.2
P>0.2Pn P>0.2Pn 1.06 1.06
(lock in) (lock in) TIME (s)
0.1 0.1 1.055 1.055
Qmax(ind) SLOW
Qmax(cap) -Q(max) 0 0 P>0.5Pn 1.05 P>0.5Pn 1.05
-Q(max) (lock out) (lock out)
-0.1 -0.1 1.045 1.045
1 125 250 1 375125 250
500 625375 750500 625
875 750
1000 875 1000
Time (s) Time (s)
Q P QV P V

Q(V) curve. It is a dynamic voltage control function which provides reactive power in order to maintain the voltageFAST
as close as possible to its nominal value.

FAST
ISLANDING CONDITION
FREQUENCY (Hz)

SLOW

Transformer Grid

POI Utility
PV array Freesun breaker
TIME (s) inverter
SLOW

R L C Loads

FAST

Frequency Ride Through (FRT). Freesun solar inverters have flexible frequency Anti-islanding. This protection combines passive and active detection

protection settings and can be easily adjusted

ISLANDING to comply with future requirements.
CONDITION methods that eliminate nuisance tripping and allow to comply with the IEC

62116 and IEEE 1547 standards.

Transformer Grid

POI Utility
PV array Freesun breaker
inverter
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BACK VIEW
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS HEM

REFERENCE FS3510M
OUTPUT AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @50°C [1] 3510
AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @40°C [1] 3630
Operating Grid Voltage (VAC) [2] 34.5kV ±10%
Operating Grid Frequency (Hz) 50Hz/60Hz
Current Harmonic Distortion (THDi) < 3% per IEEE519
Power Factor (cosine phi) [3] 0.5 leading … 0.5 lagging adjustable / Reactive Power injection at night
INPUT MPPt @full power (VDC) 934V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of PV inputs [2] Up to 36
Number of Freemaq DC/DC inputs [4] Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) [4] 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) [4] 6000
EFFICIENCY & AUXILIARY SUPPLY Efficiency (Max) (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
CEC (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 20
CABINET Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 21.7 x 7 x 7
Dimensions [WxDxH] (m) 6.6 x 2.2 x 2.2
Weight (lb) 30865
Weight (kg) 14000
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
ENVIRONMENT Degree of protection NEMA 3R
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) [5] 2000m
Noise level [6] < 79 dBA
CONTROL INTERFACE Interface Graphic Display
Communication protocol Modbus TCP
Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
PROTECTIONS Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection MV Switchgear (configurable)
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
CERTIFICATIONS Safety UL 1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-16, UL 62109-1, IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2
Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect IEEE 1547.1-2005 / UL 1741 SA-Feb. 2018

[1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ф= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves. [4] Consult Power Electronics for Freemaq DC/DC connection configurations.
[2] Consult Power Electronics for other configurations. [5] Consult Power Electronics for altitudes above 1000m.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=√(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2). [6] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS HEM

REFERENCE FS3430M
OUTPUT AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @50°C [1] 3430
AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @40°C [1] 3550
Operating Grid Voltage (VAC) [2] 34.5kV ±10%
Operating Grid Frequency (Hz) 50Hz/60Hz
Current Harmonic Distortion (THDi) < 3% per IEEE519
Power Factor (cosine phi) [3] 0.5 leading … 0.5 lagging adjustable / Reactive Power injection at night
INPUT MPPt @full power (VDC) 913V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of PV inputs [2] Up to 36
Number of Freemaq DC/DC inputs [4] Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) [4] 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) [4] 6000
EFFICIENCY & AUXILIARY SUPPLY Efficiency (Max) (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
CEC (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 20
CABINET Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 21.7 x 7 x 7
Dimensions [WxDxH] (m) 6.6 x 2.2 x 2.2
Weight (lb) 30865
Weight (kg) 14000
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
ENVIRONMENT Degree of protection NEMA 3R
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) [5] 2000m
Noise level [6] < 79 dBA
CONTROL INTERFACE Interface Graphic Display
Communication protocol Modbus TCP
Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
PROTECTIONS Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection MV Switchgear (configurable)
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
CERTIFICATIONS Safety UL 1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-16, UL 62109-1, IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2
Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect IEEE 1547.1-2005 / UL 1741 SA-Feb. 2018

[1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ф= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves. [4] Consult Power Electronics for Freemaq DC/DC connection configurations.
[2] Consult Power Electronics for other configurations. [5] Consult Power Electronics for altitudes above 1000m.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=√(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2). [6] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS HEM

REFERENCE FS3350M
OUTPUT AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @50°C [1] 3350
AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @40°C [1] 3465
Operating Grid Voltage (VAC) [2] 34.5kV ±10%
Operating Grid Frequency (Hz) 50Hz/60Hz
Current Harmonic Distortion (THDi) < 3% per IEEE519
Power Factor (cosine phi) [3] 0.5 leading … 0.5 lagging adjustable / Reactive Power injection at night
INPUT MPPt @full power (VDC) 891V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of PV inputs [2] Up to 36
Number of Freemaq DC/DC inputs [4] Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) [4] 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) [4] 6000
EFFICIENCY & AUXILIARY SUPPLY Efficiency (Max) (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
CEC (η) 97.5% including MV transformer (preliminary)
Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 20
CABINET Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 21.7 x 7 x 7
Dimensions [WxDxH] (m) 6.6 x 2.2 x 2.2
Weight (lb) 30865
Weight (kg) 14000
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
ENVIRONMENT Degree of protection NEMA 3R
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) [5] 2000m
Noise level [6] < 79 dBA
CONTROL INTERFACE Interface Graphic Display
Communication protocol Modbus TCP
Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
PROTECTIONS Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection MV Switchgear (configurable)
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
CERTIFICATIONS Safety UL 1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-16, UL 62109-1, IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2
Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect IEEE 1547.1-2005 / UL 1741 SA-Feb. 2018

[1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ф= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves. [4] Consult Power Electronics for Freemaq DC/DC connection configurations.
[2] Consult Power Electronics for other configurations. [5] Consult Power Electronics for altitudes above 1000m.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=√(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2). [6] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS HEM

REFERENCE FS3270M
OUTPUT AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @50°C [1] 3270
AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @40°C [1] 3380
Operating Grid Voltage (VAC) [2] 34.5kV ±10%
Operating Grid Frequency (Hz) 50Hz/60Hz
Current Harmonic Distortion (THDi) < 3% per IEEE519
Power Factor (cosine phi) [3] 0.5 leading … 0.5 lagging adjustable / Reactive Power injection at night
INPUT MPPt @full power (VDC) 870V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of PV inputs [2] Up to 36
Number of Freemaq DC/DC inputs [4] Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) [4] 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) [4] 6000
EFFICIENCY & AUXILIARY SUPPLY Efficiency (Max) (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
CEC (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 20
CABINET Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 21.7 x 7 x 7
Dimensions [WxDxH] (m) 6.6 x 2.2 x 2.2
Weight (lb) 30865
Weight (kg) 14000
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
ENVIRONMENT Degree of protection NEMA 3R
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) [5] 2000m
Noise level [6] < 79 dBA
CONTROL INTERFACE Interface Graphic Display
Communication protocol Modbus TCP
Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
PROTECTIONS Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection MV Switchgear (configurable)
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
CERTIFICATIONS Safety UL 1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-16, UL 62109-1, IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2
Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect IEEE 1547.1-2005 / UL 1741 SA-Feb. 2018

[1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ф= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves. [4] Consult Power Electronics for Freemaq DC/DC connection configurations.
[2] Consult Power Electronics for other configurations. [5] Consult Power Electronics for altitudes above 1000m.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=√(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2). [6] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS HEM

REFERENCE FS3190M
OUTPUT AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @50°C [1] 3190
AC Output Power (kVA/kW) @40°C [1] 3300
Operating Grid Voltage (VAC) [2] 34.5kV ±10%
Operating Grid Frequency (Hz) 50Hz/60Hz
Current Harmonic Distortion (THDi) < 3% per IEEE519
Power Factor (cosine phi) [3] 0.5 leading … 0.5 lagging adjustable / Reactive Power injection at night
INPUT MPPt @full power (VDC) 849V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of PV inputs [2] Up to 36
Number of Freemaq DC/DC inputs [4] Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) [4] 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) [4] 6000
EFFICIENCY & AUXILIARY SUPPLY Efficiency (Max) (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
CEC (η) 98% including MV transformer (preliminary)
Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 20
CABINET Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 21.7 x 7 x 7
Dimensions [WxDxH] (m) 6.6 x 2.2 x 2.2
Weight (lb) 30865
Weight (kg) 14000
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
ENVIRONMENT Degree of protection NEMA 3R
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) [5] 2000m
Noise level [6] < 79 dBA
CONTROL INTERFACE Interface Graphic Display
Communication protocol Modbus TCP
Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
PROTECTIONS Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection MV Switchgear (configurable)
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
CERTIFICATIONS Safety UL 1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-16, UL 62109-1, IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2
Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect IEEE 1547.1-2005 / UL 1741 SA-Feb. 2018

[1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ф= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves. [4] Consult Power Electronics for Freemaq DC/DC connection configurations.
[2] Consult Power Electronics for other configurations. [5] Consult Power Electronics for altitudes above 1000m.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=√(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2). [6] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.