Published by Dranetz Technologies, Inc. Tech Tip: What Makes a Power Quality Problem Worth Solving?, Website: Dranetz.com Most power quality events won’t shut you down. But when they do, they cost more than just a headache. The challenge isn’t detecting power quality problems. That’s the easy part. The real question is: Do those issues actually matter to your operation? AContinue reading “What Makes a Power Quality Problem Worth Solving?”
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Power Quality Standards: What You Need to Know
Published by Dranetz Technologies, Inc. Tech Tip: Power Quality Standards: What You Need to Know, Website: Dranetz.com If you’ve ever connected two different power quality meters to the same circuit and gotten different results, you’re not alone. It’s an age-old issue in power quality monitoring. And when it happens, the obvious question is: which reading should youContinue reading “Power Quality Standards: What You Need to Know”
Revenue Accurate vs. Revenue Certified/Grade
Published by Dranetz Technologies, Inc., Technical Documents – White Paper INTRODUCTION In addition to our energy metering products, most Dranetz Power Quality products can also compute and measure common energy parameters such as W, VA, VAR, PF, Demand, Energy, and more. The ability to measure energy in addition to PQ opens the door to many more applications,Continue reading “Revenue Accurate vs. Revenue Certified/Grade”
Practical 400 Hz use Cases for Aviation Teams
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”
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”
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