Published by Dranetz Technologies, Inc. Below are three situations aviation teams often face, and how the HDPQ Xplorer 400 helps resolve them. Jetway keeps resetting when an aircraft connects What’s happening: During bridge movement or aircraft power-up, the 400 Hz supply dips. Sometimes it is a brief sag, other times a fast transient that trips protection.Continue reading “Practical 400 Hz use Cases for Aviation Teams”
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400Hz Monitoring – Aviation Applications
Published by Dranetz Technologies, Inc., Application Note INTRODUCTION Most of the world distributes power at 50Hz or 60Hz. However, there are certain specialized applications that distribute power at other frequencies. Applications such as aviation, naval, and others distribute power at 400Hz to improve system efficiencies. 400Hz applications can be a challenge for the end user since mostContinue reading “400Hz Monitoring – Aviation Applications”
The Critical Role of Power Quality Evaluation in Solar Installations
Published by Dranetz Technologies, Inc., Application Note EXECUTIVE SUMMARY As solar photovoltaic (PV) systems become more prevalent in commercial and industrial environments, the emphasis on financial return and concise performance expectations has rightly intensified. However, one often-overlooked aspect of solar deployment is the comprehensive evaluation of power quality (PQ)—both before and after installation. By identifying existing gridContinue reading “The Critical Role of Power Quality Evaluation in Solar Installations”
Planning and Performing a Power Quality Survey
Published by Dranetz Technologies, Support – Technical Documents, Application Note, website: dranetz.com, 800-372-6832 (U.S & Canada) +1-732-287-3680 (International). INTRODUCTION The power quality survey is the first, and perhaps most important, step in identifying and solving power problems. Power problems can harm equipment performance and reduce reliability, lower productivity and profitability, and even pose personnel safetyContinue reading “Planning and Performing a Power Quality Survey”
Understanding Telephone Interference Factor
Published by David Horning, March 2013. Power Monitors, Inc., White Paper: Understanding Telephone Interference Factor Abstract. Harmonic distortion that is produced from power conversion systems can cause interference on analog telephone lines. The degree of telephone interference can be expressed in terms of the Telephone Interference Factor (TIF). This white paper will discuss how interference isContinue reading “Understanding Telephone Interference Factor”
Steps to Find the Source of Harmonics
Published by David Horning, November 2014. Power Monitors, Inc., White Paper: Steps to Find the Source of Harmonics Abstract. Harmonics are “Non-Linear” current or voltage in an electrical system. Any waveform that deviates from a perfect sine wave has harmonics. Any nonlinear load draws harmonic currents and therefore produces harmonic voltage distortion, by producing non-sinusoidalContinue reading “Steps to Find the Source of Harmonics”
Electrical Grounding and Bonding per NEC
Published by Joe Doughney and Lilly Vang, Consulting-Specifying Engineer, Electrical Articles: Electrical grounding and bonding per NEC, December 9, 2020. Understanding correct grounding and bonding design and construction is crucial for proper electrical system operation and personnel safety Learning Objectives • Learn the proper electrical grounding terminologies.• Understand National Electrical Code grounding and bonding requirementsContinue reading “Electrical Grounding and Bonding per NEC”
10 Actions Companies Can Take Right Now to Reduce Energy Costs and Carbon Emissions
Published by Reuters EventsTM , The industrial energy efficiency playbook, November 2022. A report in conjunction with ABB and Energy Efficiency MovementTM . Executive summary The world’s industries stand at an energy crossroads in 2022. The urgency of climate change demands action on all sides—from industry, governments and civil society. Energy shortages, brought on byContinue reading “10 Actions Companies Can Take Right Now to Reduce Energy Costs and Carbon Emissions”
IEEE Standard 519-2022 Update and Changes From Prior Version (-2014)
Published by Mirus International Inc. APPLICATION NOTE IEEE STD 519 – 2022 UPDATE_HARMONIC STANDARD IEEE Standard for Harmonic Control in Electric Power Systems (IEEE Std 519-2022), is a highly recognized and referenced standard, and has been updated in 2022 from its prior 2014 version. The purpose of the standard is to establish goals for theContinue reading “IEEE Standard 519-2022 Update and Changes From Prior Version (-2014)”
Understanding Power Flow and Naming Conventions In Bi-directional Metering Applications
Published by Michael Bearden Introduction In 1982 Raymond “Ray” Stevens published a paper “Power Flow Direction Definitions for Metering of Bi-directional Power”. This paper helped reduce the confusion in the terminology associated with the naming of power quantities based on the direction of active and reactive power flow. The paper did not address leading andContinue reading “Understanding Power Flow and Naming Conventions In Bi-directional Metering Applications”
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