SVC PLUS: An MMC STATCOM for network and grid access applications

The use of powerful modular multilevel converters (MMC) for FACTS applications has resulted in the development of new STATCOM products, which have been already applied in a number of projects, due to its superior characteristics and competitive costs. The MMC simplifies equipment design, improves response time and reduces losses. This paper introduces a STATCOM of this type, discussing the characteristics and advantages of this technology for FACTS and grid access applications.