Low cost power quality measuring unit for household usage and small to enterprise scale installations
Designing a Low Cost Power Quality Analyzer
E. Bouma (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science)
L.L.E. Damoiseaux (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science)
J.D. Groeneveld (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science)
A. Lekic-Vervoort – Graduation committee member (TU Delft - Intelligent Electrical Power Grids)
P. Palensky – Graduation committee member (TU Delft - Electrical Sustainable Energy)
R.N. Koornneef – Graduation committee member (TU Delft - ESP LAB)
S. Renzaglia – Mentor (TU Delft - ESP LAB)
I.E. Lager – Graduation committee member (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering Education)
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Abstract
The increase in non-linear loads of modern electronics raises concerns over power quality. Additionally, existing power-quality analyzers are expensive and not intended for household use. This thesis aims to develop a single-phase, user-friendly power-quality analyzer using a Raspberry Pi 4 Model B with an emphasis on low cost and class S specifications. The design was split into modules consisting of analog to digital conversion, voltage sensing, and current sensing. Sub-modules were added for circuit protection and PCB. Various approaches are discussed before circuit design, simulation, and testing occur. A functioning prototype was assembled on a dedicated PCB while not exceeding the set budget of €250.00. However, it could not be determined whether the class S specifications were achieved due to insufficient testing. A variety of improvements have been suggested.