Higashi-Shimizu Frequency Converter

The Higashi-Shimizu Frequency Converter facility contains two back-to-back blocks, each with a 300 MW capacity for managing electricity transmission between different regions.

Established in 2006, this converter station became the third installation in Japan dedicated to connecting the 50-hertz eastern power grid with the 60-hertz western network.

The facility demonstrates Japan's engineering excellence in developing solutions for the country's distinct electrical frequency zones, reflecting regional technological adaptations.

Operating with 275 kV and 154 kV power lines, the station converts frequencies through a 125 kVDC system to facilitate power distribution across different grid sections.

The station's advanced voltage source converter technology operates within minimal space constraints while maintaining precise control over power flow between regional networks.

Location: Shimizu-ku

Inception: 2006

GPS coordinates: 35.05806,138.50000

Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:38