Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: General Reference – Effects of Harmonics at Industrial Facilities, Document ID: PQS0409, Date: September 30, 2004. Abstract: Harmonic currents injected into the system by nonlinear loads, and the voltage distortion they create as they flow through system impedances, can reduce equipment operating reliability and service life. Potential problemsContinue reading “General Reference – Effects of Harmonics at Industrial Facilities”
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Power Factor Correction as the Right Step Towards a Safer Environment
Published by Alexander ABRAMOVITZ1, Volodymyr YASKIV2 , Keyue SMEDLEY3, Sami Shamoon College of Engineering (1), Ternopil Ivan Puluj National Technical University (2), University of California (3) Abstract. Generation and transfer of electrical energy can severely degrade the environment. The necessity of joint research in the field of high-frequency power converters with power factor correction toContinue reading “Power Factor Correction as the Right Step Towards a Safer Environment”
Electrical System
Published by Bureau of Energy Efficiency Syllabus Electrical system: Electricity billing, Electrical load management and maximum demand control, Power factor improvement and its benefit, Selection and location of capacitors, Performance assessment of PF capacitors, Distribution and transformer losses. 1.1 Introduction to Electric Power Supply Systems Electric power supply system in a country comprises of generatingContinue reading “Electrical System”
Harmonic Issues Related to Power Factor Correction
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Harmonic Issues Related to Power Factor Correction, Document ID: PQS0604, Date: April 1, 2006. Abstract: Power factor correction is an important facet of power quality. Capacitors may be installed on customer systems to minimize charges for poor power factor on their electric bill. These installations may create problemsContinue reading “Harmonic Issues Related to Power Factor Correction”
Power Factor Correction – Estimating Financial Savings
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Power Factor Correction – Estimating Financial Savings, Document ID: PQS0601, Date: January 1, 2006. Abstract: Low power factor means that you are using a facility’s electrical system inefficiently. It can also cause equipment overloads, low voltage conditions, and greater line losses. Most importantly, low power factor can increaseContinue reading “Power Factor Correction – Estimating Financial Savings”
Transient Issues Related to Power Factor Correction
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Transient Issues Related to Power Factor Correction, Document ID: PQS0605, Date: April 1, 2006. Abstract: Power factor correction is an important facet of power quality. Capacitors may be installed on customer systems to minimize charges for poor power factor on their electric bill. These installations may create problemsContinue reading “Transient Issues Related to Power Factor Correction”
Power Factor Correction and Harmonic Control for dc Drive Loads
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Power Factor Correction and Harmonic Control for dc Drive Loads, Document ID: PQS0410, Date: December 31, 2004. Abstract: This case history describes the design of power factor correction and harmonic control equipment for loads at a plastic film manufacturing plant. Measurements were performed to characterize the harmonic generationContinue reading “Power Factor Correction and Harmonic Control for dc Drive Loads”
Power Factor Correction
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: Power Factor Correction, Document ID: PQS0312, Date: April 16, 2003. Abstract: Low power factor because it means that you are using the facility’s electrical system inefficiently. It can also cause equipment overloads, low voltage conditions, and greater line losses. Most importantly, low power factor can increase totalContinue reading “Power Factor Correction”
General Reference – Power Factor Correction
Published by Electrotek Concepts, Inc., PQSoft Case Study: General Reference – Power Factor Correction, Document ID: PQS0311, Date: April 16, 2003. Abstract: Simply stated, power factor is a measurement of how efficiently a facility uses electrical energy. A high power factor means that electrical power is being utilized effectively, while a low power factor indicates poorContinue reading “General Reference – Power Factor Correction”
Why do non-linear loads have low power factors and why is it important to have a high power factor?
Published by Mirus International Inc., [2010-01-08] MIRUS-FAQ001-B2, FAQ’s Harmonic Mitigating Transformers, 31 Sun Pac Blvd., Brampton, Ontario, Canada. L6S 5P6. Power factor is a measure of how effectively a specific load consumes electricity to produce work. The higher the power factor, the more work produced for a given voltage and current. Figure 3-1 shows theContinue reading “Why do non-linear loads have low power factors and why is it important to have a high power factor?”
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