Here is an example of harmonic distortion simulated in Micro-Cap, v.12…
And here is a close-up view…
Harmonic Distortion Causes
Quoted from, What is Harmonic Distortion : Types and Its Causes
”The main reasons for the harmonic-distortions are the nonlinear load and nonlinearity characteristics of the electronic components. Nonlinear load changes the impedance with the applied input voltage. This leads to distortions will develop in the output signal. And the components which are using in the circuit also show the nonlinearity characteristics. This also leads to the development of the harmonics in the output. Because of the harmonic-distortions circuit gets heat and output not equal to the input. This effect is harmful to any circuit.”
Regarding the heating of motor coils when fed harmonics (which reduces their power factor) …
“The presence of harmonic currents reduces the motor's power factor because harmonics do not contribute to useful work but instead increase reactive power and harmonic power.”
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