IEEE C37.242-2013
IEEE Guide for Synchronization, Calibration, Testing, and Installation of Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs) for Power System Protection and Control
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IEEE C37.242-2013 is a technical guide for the synchronization, calibration, testing, and installation of phasor measurement units (PMUs) used in power system protection and control. It addresses the practical steps needed to bring PMUs into service with reliable timing and measurement behavior, which is important for accurate system monitoring and coordinated grid operations. As a superseded standard, it remains relevant for understanding legacy PMU deployment practices and engineering requirements.
What is IEEE C37.242-2013?
This standard provides guidance for working with PMUs in power applications where precise time alignment and consistent measurement quality are essential. IEEE C37.242-2013 focuses on synchronization, calibration, testing, and installation activities that help confirm a PMU is performing as intended before and after deployment. It is especially useful for engineers who need a structured reference for setup and verification in protection and control environments. The document supports more consistent implementation across different equipment and system configurations.
Where is IEEE C37.242-2013 used?
IEEE C37.242-2013 is typically used in utility substations, control centers, and other power-system environments where PMUs contribute to monitoring and control functions. It is relevant during commissioning, field installation, acceptance testing, and maintenance of equipment that depends on accurate synchrophasor timing. The guide may also support coordination between protection engineers, test personnel, and integration teams working with measurement devices, communication links, and time-reference sources in grid applications.
Why is IEEE C37.242-2013 important?
This guide helps reduce risk when PMUs are introduced into protection and control schemes by encouraging disciplined synchronization and verification practices. IEEE C37.242-2013 can support consistent testing results, clearer procurement expectations, and better confidence in measurement performance across installations. For operators and engineers, that matters because timing errors or calibration issues can affect the quality of system data and the reliability of downstream decisions. Using a defined reference also helps improve repeatability and compliance-oriented documentation.
- PMU synchronization guidance
- Calibration and test practices
- Installation and commissioning focus
- Protection and control applications
- Legacy superseded IEEE reference
- Publication Date: 2013
- Standard Status: Superseded
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Power, Energy and Industry Applications; Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems
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