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GElectrical

Electrical distribution network design and analysis

by Manu Varkey

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Official site: flathub.org

About GElectrical

GElectrical is a free and opensource electrical system analysis software for LV/MV electrical distribution networks.

Following features are currently implemented.

Schematic capture.

Pandapower network generation from schematic.

Power flow time series analysis (Symmetric and Assymetric).

Voltage drop analysis.

Short circuit analysis (Symmetric and SLG).

Coordination analysis for power supply protection devices with support for CB and fuse protection curves; damage curves for transformers, cables and motors.

Support for daily load curves for load elements.

Support for arriving network parameters for custom geometry OH lines.

Electrical rules check for checking conformity with IEC/ local electrical guidelines.

Print and export of drawings to pdf.

Generation of analysis reports.

GElectrical uses pandapower as the backend for implementing power flow related functionality like voltage drop and short circuit analysis.

Please note that the program is in active development and bugs are expected. Cross checking of generated calculations is reccomended.

How to install GElectrical

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub com.kavilgroup.gelectrical
  4. Open GElectrical once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is GElectrical free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where GElectrical is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.

How do I install GElectrical from the command line?

With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub com.kavilgroup.gelectrical. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is GElectrical safe?

GElectrical downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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