Table 19.
Comparison of AC and DC connected system [168].
| AC | DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion stages | More | less |
| Front end de-rating | Lower | Higher |
| Control | Complex | Simple |
| Metering | Standardized | Complex |
| Protection | Straightforward | Complex |
| Efficiency | Lower | Higher |
Comparison of AC and DC connected system [168].
| AC | DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion stages | More | less |
| Front end de-rating | Lower | Higher |
| Control | Complex | Simple |
| Metering | Standardized | Complex |
| Protection | Straightforward | Complex |
| Efficiency | Lower | Higher |