Limits for Voltage Distortion in the Frequency Range 2 to 9 kHz

This paper addresses voltage distortion in the frequency range 2 to 9 kHz, above what is normally considered in harmonic studies. By extrapolating the voltage-distortion limits that exist in international standards for distortion up to 2 kHz, it is concluded that 0.5% of nominal voltage per 200-Hz band is a safe limit. This limit is next used to estimate the number of small generator units (1-10 kW) that can be connected to a low-voltage grid. It is concluded that in some cases the connection of one or just a few units already leads to a distortion level above the limit.