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XGSLab Grounding

Empowering Engineers with Utility Grounding Analysis Software

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XGSLab is advanced software for electromagnetic simulation, grounding system analysis, power system simulation, and lightning shielding that is compliant with global standards (IEC/TS 60479-1, EN 50522, and IEEE Std 80). As everyone’s needs are different, XGSLab Grounding is offered in a variety of packages – so you can choose what best meets your requirements.

Looking for more? Explore XGSLab EMF software and XGSLab Lightning Shielding software.

XGSLab Grounding Packages

GSA Standard 3Layer

Suitable for medium to small grounding systems, such as industrial substations and transmission tower grounding.

GSA Standard

Suitable for medium to small grounding systems in complex, multi-layer soil strata.

GSA_FD Professional

Suitable for any transmission, generation, and utility-scale grounding systems analysis.

Grounding Analysis Pro Bundle

Combines GSA, GSA_FD, & NETS.

NETS

Detailed fault current split calculation.

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XGSLab Grounding Package Details
GSA Std 3L
GSA Std
GSA_FD Pro
NETS

Grid Resistance, Touch and Step Voltages, Three-layer Soil Model, Conductor Sizing, and Fault Split Capability

Automated Report

Multi-layer Soil, Seasonal Analysis

Complex Grid Analysis, Multizone Soil Model, Transferred Voltages, Scheduling, and Screened Conductors

Detailed Fault Current Split, Unbalanced Earth Current

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Package Details

Includes: Grid Resistance, Touch and Step Voltages, Three-layer Soil Model, Conductor Sizing, and Fault Split Capability Automated Report

Includes: Grid Resistance, Touch and Step Voltages, Three-layer Soil Model, Conductor Sizing, and Fault Split Capability Automated Report Multi-layer Soil, Seasonal Analysis

Includes:  Grid Resistance, Touch and Step Voltages, Three-layer Soil Model, Conductor Sizing, and Fault Split Capability Automated Report Multi-layer Soil, Seasonal Analysis Complex Grid Analysis, Multizone Soil Model, Transferred Voltages, Scheduling, and Screened Conductors

Includes: Detailed Fault Current Split, Unbalanced Earth Current

  • GSA_FD
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    Why Choose GSA_FD

    GSA_FD, is the modern solution for grounding analysis calculating self and mutual impedances, in addition to all features of GSA. With a PEEC full wave numerical model, it handles any utility scale and complex grounding systems efficiently.

    Watch GSA_FD Tutorial
     
  • GSA
  • A laptop displaying heatmap analysis software with a multi-colored thermal map and various toolbars on the screen.

    Why Choose GSA

    Unlock the potential of GSA, a widely recognized module for ground system analysis and design. It includes soil analysis, custom conductors, and multiple electrodes. With a PEEC static numerical model, GSA offers a seamless workflow, integrated importation features, automated reports, and fault split capabilities. Ideal for medium and small grounding systems.

    Watch GSA Tutorial
     
  • NETS
  • Schematic diagram of an electrical circuit with bridge rectifier and filter capacitors.

    Why Choose NETS​

    GSA_FD, is the modern solution for grounding analysis calculating self and mutual impedances, in addition to all features of GSA. With a PEEC full wave numerical model, it handles any utility scale and complex grounding systems efficiently.

    Watch Fault Current Split Webinar
     

A laptop displaying a colorful 3D terrain or topographic model, with various data visualizations and analysis tools on the screen.

Why Choose GSA_FD

GSA_FD, is the modern solution for grounding analysis calculating self and mutual impedances, in addition to all features of GSA. With a PEEC full wave numerical model, it handles any utility scale and complex grounding systems efficiently.

Watch GSA_FD Tutorial
 

A laptop displaying heatmap analysis software with a multi-colored thermal map and various toolbars on the screen.

Why Choose GSA

Unlock the potential of GSA, a widely recognized module for ground system analysis and design. It includes soil analysis, custom conductors, and multiple electrodes. With a PEEC static numerical model, GSA offers a seamless workflow, integrated importation features, automated reports, and fault split capabilities. Ideal for medium and small grounding systems.

Watch GSA Tutorial
 

Schematic diagram of an electrical circuit with bridge rectifier and filter capacitors.

Why Choose NETS​

GSA_FD, is the modern solution for grounding analysis calculating self and mutual impedances, in addition to all features of GSA. With a PEEC full wave numerical model, it handles any utility scale and complex grounding systems efficiently.

Watch Fault Current Split Webinar
 

Resources

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FAQs

A grounding system is a network of ground electrodes embedded into the earth, crucial for power infrastructure at substations, switchyards, and industrial facilities.

A grounding system for utility power systems facilitate equipment operation in normal and abnormal conditions, as well as reduce damage from lightning and fault events. The analysis of a grounding system focuses on personnel safety, to prevent touch and step voltage hazards with an engineered grounding design.

Yes, XGSLab’s modules interpret Wenner and Schlumberger soil resistivity measurements into appropriate strata and electrical characteristics.

Yes, GSA and GSA_FD modules provide split capabilities based on user-selected standards, though standards’ calculations incorporate several assumption. NETS offers more accuracy, overcoming the assumption inherent in most standards fault split calculations.

GSA_FD module evaluates complex grounding systems, considering each conductor’s self and mutual impedance, meeting IEEE standards.

Licensing and Subscription options

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One-year license with training

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One-time purchase with support

Perpetual License with SELECT

A perpetual license of Bentley software is a one-time purchase, with a yearly maintenance subscription, called SELECT. This includes 24/7/365 technical support, learning resources, and the ability to exchange licenses for other software once a year. With SELECT, you will benefit from:

  • License pooling, so you can access your software from multiple computers.
  • Access additional Bentley software with Term Licenses, which allow you to pay for what you use without the upfront cost of purchasing a perpetual license.

Annual renewal quotes are delivered directly to your inbox, and our experienced Renewal Representatives are available to answer your questions and guide you through any changes you’d like to make.

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