Abstract
Point-On-Wave switching is often associated with zero crossover switching in which
a contact is opened or closed at the zero crossover to reduce the presence of switching transient
phenomena. In this paper presents a Point-On-wave switching circuit designed to switch a contact on
at the peak point on wave for the purpose of switching transient overvoltage studies. The overvoltage
generated is analysed based on the wave shape and its respective parameters and is validated against the
defined parameters stipulated by international standards.