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Notes

  • ePHASORSIM has currently the following limitations for the import of PowerFactory models:

    • Only positive sequence simulation and positive sequence components as described in Native Library section are supported.

    • Only a subset of the PowerFactory components are supported by the import. Please refer to the Specs for DGS File Format for a full list.

    • Only dynamic controllers from the PSS/e E compatible library (v2022 or 2019) are supported. DIgSILENT or IEEE , CGMES, IEEE or other category of controllers are not supported.

  • This guide has been tested with PowerFactory version 2019 SP1 and 2023.

1. Import of

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“Export Definition”

  1. Open the Data Manager.

  2. Right-click on the Project -> “Import”.

  3. Select “

    View file
    nameOPAL-RT UDB Export Definition.pfd
    ” -> “Open”.

    1. For PowerFactory versions 2019 and earlier use

      View file
      nameOPAL-RT UDB Export Definition v19.pfd

  4. Optionally select a new destination path via “New Path” in your Data Manager:

    • As this Export Definition is equal for all projects, it can be imported outside of your PowerFactory project.

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  5. Click “OK” to import the export definition

  6. Afterwards a new folder should appear in the project structure

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  1. Select “File” -> “Export” -> “DGS Format...”

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  2. Configure the following settings in the DGS-Export dialog:

    • General tab:

      • DGS Version: V5 V7.00

      • Format: XML File

      • Encoding: UTF-8 (with BOM) (not an option in PowerFactory 2019)

      • File Name: as you wish (e.g. Your Model.xml)

      • Variable Sets: OPAL-RT UDB Export Definition (from step 1) (only in 2019 version)

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    • Selection tab (not an option in PowerFactory 2019):

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      • Base Selection: All elements of the active project

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  3. Start export by clicking on “Execute”.

Note

Verify and ensure there is absolutely no error or warning reported in PowerFactory's Output window regarding this process.
Otherwise the generated *.xml format may not be compatible with OPAL-RT’s Unified Database (UDB).
If errors are shown, make sure your model is fulfilling the requirements listed on this page: Specs for DGS File Format

3. ePHASORSIM Solver Configuration

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