HEMK

UTILITY SCALE CENTRAL STRING INVERTER

The HEMK is the second 1500V inverter generation, based on the more than proven HEC
V1500. This modular solar inverter offers the advantages of both central and string inverters.
Reaching a very high power density, and an output power of 3.8MW, it is available in 6
different AC voltages, providing the flexibility to choose the best solution for each PV plant.

The power stage architecture, composed of six field replaceable units (FRU), is designed to
provide the highest availability and optimize yield production.

The innovative iCOOL3 cooling system allows the HEMK to be installed in the harshest
environments, thanks to a degree of protection of up to IP65. This advanced air-cooling
system, reduces the OPEX cost compared to other cooling solutions, that need the use of
complex liquid-cooling systems.

COMBINING THE BENEFITS OF

CENTRAL AND STRING INVERTERS

POWER ELECTRONICS / SOLAR INVERTER

MULTI MPPT ACTIVE HEATING 3 LEVEL TOPOLOGY

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 COMPACT DESIGN
THE MOST COMPACT SOLAR INVERTER
With the HEMK, Power Electronics offers its most compact solution, achieving 3.8MW in just 12ft long,
reducing installation costs and labor time.

AUXILIARY STRING INVERTERS DC

PANEL CABINET RECOMBINER

STRING CONCEPT POWER STAGES

The HEMK 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 HEMK

is composed of 6 FRUs (field replaceable units), being able to
work with up to 6 different MPPts, providing a perfect solution for
irregular locations, where each area of the PV plant has a different
production curve.

HEMK is also available with a single MPPt, 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 output
power is distributed evenly among the remaining functioning
FRUs.

POWER ELECTRONICS / SOLAR INVERTER

 INNOVATIVE COOLING SYSTEM
Based on more than 3 years of experience with our MV Variable Speed Drive, the iCOOL3 is the first
air-cooling system allowing IP65 degree of protection in an outdoor solar inverter.

iCOOL3 delivers a constant stream of clean air to the FRUs and the MV transformer, being the most

HEMK
effective way of reaching up to IP65 degree of protection, without having to maintain cumbersome
dust filters or having to use liquid-cooling systems, avoiding the commonly known inconveniences
of it (complex maintenance, risk of leaks, higher number of components…), therefore resulting in an
OPEX cost reduction.

AIR OUTLETS
AIR OUTLETS

AIR INLET

DUST
PARTICLES

ROBUST DESIGN
HEMK inverter modules have a design life of greater than 30 years of operation in harsh environments
and extreme weather conditions. HEMK 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.

• 50mm mineral 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 HEMK structure avoids the need of additional external structures.

• Random units selected to pass a Factory Water Tightness Test ensuring product quality.

• IP65 available.

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

THREE-LEVEL INVERTER
VOLTAGE (V)

TWO-LEVEL INVERTER
TIME (s)
*Power Electronics solution VOLTAGE (V)

TIME (s)
*Other inverter

EASY TO SERVICE
By providing full front access the HEMK series simplifies the maintenance tasks, reducing the MTTR
(and achieving a lower OPEX). The total access allows a fast swap of the FRUs without the need of
qualified technical personnel.

POWER ELECTRONICS / SOLAR INVERTER

EASY TO MONITOR
The Freesun app is an easy way to monitor the status of Power Electronics inverters. All 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).

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

VAR AT NIGHT
At night, the HEMK 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).

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 DYNAMIC GRID SUPPORT
HEMK 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 (%)

1.4
p.u. VOLTAGE

100%

1.2

0.8

0.6 50%

0.4

0.2 Pmin

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

LVRT or ZVRT (Low Voltage Ride Through). FRS (Frequency Regulation System).
Inverters can withstand any voltage dip or Frequency droop algorithm curtails the active
profile required by the local utility. The inverter power along a preset characteristic curve
can immediately feed the fault with full reactive supporting grid stabilization.
power, as long as the protection limits are not
exceeded.

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

VOLTAGE
Active and Reactive Power

0.9 1.095
STEP 1
0.8 1.09

0.7 1.085

Voltage
0.6 1.08
U
0.5 1.075

0.4 1.07

0.3 1.065

0.2 P>0.2Pn 1.06

(lock in)
0.1 1.055

Qmax(cap) 0 P>0.5Pn 1.05

-Q(max) (lock out)
-0.1 1.045
1 125 250 375 500 625 750 875 1000
Time (s)
Q P V

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

FAST ISLANDING CONDITION

FREQUENCY (Hz)

SLOW

Transformer Grid

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

R L C Loads

FAST

FRT (Frequency Ride Through): Freesun Anti-islanding: This protection combines

solar inverters have flexible frequency protection passive and active methods that eliminates
settings and can be easily adjusted to comply with nuisance tripping and reduces grid distortion
future requirements. according to IEC 62116 and IEEE1547.

POWER ELECTRONICS / SOLAR INVERTER

HEMK
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
690VAC

690V
FRAME 1 FRAME 2

REFERENCE FS2300K FS3450K

AC Output Power(kVA/kW) @50°C [1]

2300 3450
AC Output Power(kVA/kW) @25°C[1] 2530 3800
Max. AC Output Current (A) @25°C 2120 3175
OUTPUT Operating Grid Voltage(VAC)[2] 690V ±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
MPPt @full power (VDC) 976V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of inputs[2] Up to 36
INPUT
Number of MPPts Up to 4 Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) 2645 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) 4000 6000

EFFICIENCY & Max. Efficiency PAC, nom (Ș) 98.5% (preliminary)

AUXILIARY SUPPLY Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 8 10
Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 9 x 6.5 x 7 12 x 6.5 x 7
CABINET
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
Degree of protection NEMA3R - IP54 / IP65 available
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C[4] to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
ENVIRONMENT Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) 2000m; >2000m power derating (Max. 4000m)
Noise level [5]
< 79 dBA
Interface Graphic Display

CONTROL Communication protocol Modbus TCP

INTERFACE Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection Circuit Breaker
PROTECTIONS
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
Safety UL1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-01, UL62109-1, IEC62109-1, IEC62109-2
CERTIFICATIONS Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect UL 1741SA-Sept. 2016 / IEEE 1547.1-2005

NOTES [1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ɏ= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves.
[2] Depending on the project configuration.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=—(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2).
[4] Heating resistors kit option below -20°C.
[5] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.

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 HEMK
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
660VAC

660V
FRAME 1 FRAME 2

REFERENCE FS2200K FS3300K

AC Output Power(kVA/kW) @50°C [1]

2200 3300
AC Output Power(kVA/kW) @25°C[1] 2420 3630
Max. AC Output Current (A) @25°C 2120 3175
OUTPUT Operating Grid Voltage(VAC)[2] 660V ±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
MPPt @full power (VDC) 934V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of inputs[2] Up to 36
INPUT
Number of MPPts Up to 4 Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) 2645 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) 4000 6000

EFFICIENCY & Max. Efficiency PAC, nom (Ș) 98.5% (preliminary)

AUXILIARY SUPPLY Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 8 10
Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 9 x 6.5 x 7 12 x 6.5 x 7
CABINET
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
Degree of protection NEMA3R - IP54 / IP65 available
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C[4] to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
ENVIRONMENT Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) 2000m; >2000m power derating (Max. 4000m)
Noise level [5]
< 79 dBA
Interface Graphic Display

CONTROL Communication protocol Modbus TCP

INTERFACE Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection Circuit Breaker
PROTECTIONS
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
Safety UL1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-01, UL62109-1, IEC62109-1, IEC62109-2
CERTIFICATIONS Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect UL 1741SA-Sept. 2016 / IEEE 1547.1-2005

NOTES [1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ɏ= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves.
[2] Depending on the project configuration.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=—(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2).
[4] Heating resistors kit option below -20°C.
[5] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.

POWER ELECTRONICS / SOLAR INVERTER

HEMK
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
645VAC

645V
FRAME 1 FRAME 2

REFERENCE FS2150K FS3225K

AC Output Power(kVA/kW) @50°C [1]

2150 3225
AC Output Power(kVA/kW) @25°C[1] 2365 3550
Max. AC Output Current (A) @25°C 2120 3175
OUTPUT Operating Grid Voltage(VAC)[2] 645V ±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
MPPt @full power (VDC) 913V-1310V
Maximum DC voltage 1500V
Number of inputs[2] Up to 36
INPUT
Number of MPPts Up to 4 Up to 6
Max. DC continuous current (A) 2645 3970
Max. DC short circuit current (A) 4000 6000

EFFICIENCY & Max. Efficiency PAC, nom (Ș) 98.5% (preliminary)

AUXILIARY SUPPLY Max. Power Consumption (KVA) 8 10
Dimensions [WxDxH] (ft) 9 x 6.5 x 7 12 x 6.5 x 7
CABINET
Type of ventilation Forced air cooling
Degree of protection NEMA3R - IP54 / IP65 available
Permissible Ambient Temperature -35°C[4] to +60°C / >50°C Active Power derating
ENVIRONMENT Relative Humidity 4% to 100% non condensing
Max. Altitude (above sea level) 2000m; >2000m power derating (Max. 4000m)
Noise level [5]
< 79 dBA
Interface Graphic Display

CONTROL Communication protocol Modbus TCP

INTERFACE Plant Controller Communication Optional
Keyed ON/OFF switch Standard
Ground Fault Protection GFDI and Isolation monitoring device
General AC Protection Circuit Breaker
PROTECTIONS
General DC Protection Fuses
Overvoltage Protection AC, DC Inverter and auxiliary supply type 2
Safety UL1741, CSA 22.2 No.107.1-01, UL62109-1, IEC62109-1, IEC62109-2
CERTIFICATIONS Compliance NEC 2017
Utility interconnect UL 1741SA-Sept. 2016 / IEEE 1547.1-2005

NOTES [1] Values at 1.00•Vac nom and cos Ɏ= 1. Consult Power Electronics for derating curves.
[2] Depending on the project configuration.
[3] Consult P-Q charts available: Q(kVAr)=—(S(kVA)2-P(kW)2).
[4] Heating resistors kit option below -20°C.
[5] Readings taken 1 meter from the back of the unit.

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