HCTL Open International Journal of Technology Innovations and Research (IJTIR) http://ijtir.hctl.org Volume 21, Issue 1, July 2016 e-ISSN: 2321-1814, ISBN (Print): 978-81-932623-1-3 Anurag S D Rai, Kamal Shakya, Santosh Verma, Suvidha Kamble Page 1 HVDC Rectifier Station Modelling using PSCAD-EMTDC HVDC Rectifier Station Modelling using PSCAD- EMTDC Anurag S D Rai 1 , Kamal Shakya 1 , Santosh Verma 1 , Suvidha Kamble 1 rai.anurag71@gmail.com , kamal.elect.engg@gmail.com , vsantosh47@gmail.com , suvi.kamble@gmal.com Abstract In this paper we have presented HVDC Rectifier station Model using PSCAD-EMTDC. Here HVDC system is modelled using CIGRE Benchmark circuit. A Benchmark model provides a common base for trying out new concepts and to compare simulation results. It also provides a base to study the advantages of HVDC over AC systems. Here HVDC Rectifier Station is modelled and its results are also plotted, so that PG student can understand evaluation of software for simulation purposes. Keywords CIGRE, HVDC, Gratez Converter, PSCAD-EMTDC Introduction HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) transmission has got lot of attention for possessing various advantages over AC transmission system. It is used for long distance transmission and higher power ratings. It is quite economical than ac system and possess environmental advantages. The first commercial project was started in Sweden in 1954 and after that it expanded all over the world and has achieved a fast pace by transmitting around 70,000 MW power. Overview The first CIGRE MODEL (The Conseil International des Grands Reseaux Electriques) was proposed in 1985. This benchmark model developed by CIGRE study group is an international association based in France. This benchmark has been used all over the world for testing and evaluating the performance. The CIGRE system shown in the figure is a monopolar 500-kv, 1000 MW HVDC link with 12-pulse converters on both rectifier and inverter side, and connected to AC system with a predefined SCR. 1 Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, UIT RGPV, Bhopal, MP, India.