Are you paying penalties for low power factor? Is your electrical system struggling with inefficiencies?
Our state-of-the-art Automatic Power Factor Correction (APFC) Panels are engineered to be the intelligent solution for modern industrial and commercial facilities. Designed to proactively monitor and correct power factor in real-time, our APFC panels ensure optimal power utilization, significantly reduce electricity bills, and enhance the overall health and longevity of your electrical infrastructure.
What is Power Factor Correction?
Power Factor is a measure of how effectively electrical power is being used. A low power factor indicates poor utilization of electrical energy, leading to increased current draw, higher energy losses, and often, penalties from utility providers. An APFC panel automatically adds or removes capacitors to compensate for reactive power, bringing the power factor closer to unity (1.0), thereby maximizing the efficiency of your electrical system.
Key Features & Technology:
Intelligent Microprocessor-Based Controller: Our panels feature advanced digital controllers that continuously monitor power factor, voltage, current, and harmonics. They precisely calculate the required reactive power and automatically switch capacitor banks in and out to maintain the target power factor.
Multi-Stage Correction: Available in various steps (e.g., 4, 6, 8, 12, 16 stages) to provide precise and smooth power factor correction, adapting to fluctuating load conditions.
High-Performance Capacitors: We utilize heavy-duty, self-healing, low-loss, and gas-filled (or resin-filled) APP/MPP capacitors, ensuring long operational life, high reliability, and superior thermal stability.
Robust Enclosure: Constructed from high-quality CRCA sheet steel, powder-coated for durability and corrosion resistance. Available in various IP ratings (IP41, IP54, IP65) suitable for indoor and outdoor installations.
Harmonic Filtering Options (Detuned APFC): For environments with significant harmonic distortion (e.g., VFDs, LED drivers, UPS systems), we offer detuned APFC panels equipped with series reactors to mitigate harmonics and protect capacitors.
Advanced Protection Features:
Overcurrent / Short Circuit Protection (HRC fuses or MCCBs)
Overvoltage / Undervoltage Protection
Over-temperature Protection for capacitors and the panel
Phase Sequence Protection
Switching Surge Protection
User-Friendly Interface: Large LCD/LED display provides real-time data on power factor, voltage, current, kVAR, kW, kVA, frequency, and alarm indications. Easy parameter configuration.
Modular Design: Facilitates easy expansion, maintenance, and replacement of individual components.
Thyristor Switching (Optional): For highly dynamic and fast-changing loads, thyristor-switched panels offer near-instantaneous correction without mechanical wear, ideal for welding shops, lifts, and robotics.
Communication Capabilities (Optional): Modbus RTU protocol for seamless integration with SCADA, BMS, or energy management systems.
Unrivaled Benefits for Your Business:
Significant Energy Cost Savings: Eliminate power factor penalties and reduce kVA demand charges on your electricity bill, leading to a rapid return on investment.
Increased Electrical System Capacity: By reducing reactive power, APFC panels free up existing transformer and cable capacity, allowing for future expansion without costly infrastructure upgrades.
Improved Voltage Stability: Maintain stable voltage levels across your facility, preventing voltage drops that can impact sensitive equipment and production quality.
Extended Equipment Lifespan: Reduced current flow and stable voltage minimize stress on motors, transformers, cables, and other electrical equipment, prolonging their operational life and reducing maintenance costs.
Reduced I²R Losses: Lower current demand translates to reduced heating losses in cables and transformers, saving energy and minimizing heat buildup.
Enhanced System Reliability: Stable power factor prevents nuisance tripping of protective devices and ensures consistent power supply to critical operations.
Reduced Carbon Footprint: By optimizing energy consumption, our APFC panels contribute to lower greenhouse gas emissions, supporting your sustainability initiatives.
Compliance with Utility Regulations: Ensure adherence to local utility power factor standards and avoid costly fines.
Ideal Applications:
Our APFC Panels are essential for any facility aiming to optimize its electrical system and reduce operational costs, including:
