Automatic power factor Correction panel

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      Advanced Automatic Power Factor Correction (APFC) Panel

      Boost Efficiency, Cut Costs, and Stabilize Your Power System

      Are you facing high electricity bills due to low power factor penalties? Experiencing frequent voltage fluctuations, overloaded transformers, or reduced equipment lifespan? Our state-of-the-art Automatic Power Factor Correction (APFC) Panel is the intelligent solution designed to optimize your electrical system, enhance energy efficiency, and deliver substantial cost savings.

      What is Power Factor and Why Does it Matter?

      Power factor (PF) is a measure of how effectively electrical power is being utilized. A low power factor indicates poor utilization, meaning you're drawing more current than necessary to do the actual work. This leads to:

      • Higher Electricity Bills: Utilities often impose penalties for low power factor.
      • Wasted Energy: More current drawn means more energy loss in your distribution system.
      • Reduced System Capacity: Transformers, cables, and switchgear become overloaded, limiting your ability to add new loads.
      • Voltage Drops: Poor voltage regulation can negatively impact sensitive equipment.
      • Shorter Equipment Lifespan: Increased current leads to overheating and stress on electrical components.

      Our APFC Panel automatically corrects these issues by improving the power factor closer to unity (1.0), ensuring your electrical system operates at peak efficiency.

      Key Benefits You'll Experience:

      • Significant Cost Savings:
        • Eliminate or drastically reduce low power factor penalties.
        • Lower demand charges and overall electricity consumption.
      • Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Optimize the use of electrical power throughout your facility.
      • Increased System Capacity: Free up existing transformer and cable capacity, allowing for future expansion without costly upgrades.
      • Improved Voltage Stability: Maintain more consistent voltage levels, protecting sensitive equipment and improving performance.
      • Extended Equipment Lifespan: Reduce thermal stress on motors, transformers, and cables, leading to longer operational life and lower maintenance costs.
      • Reduced Carbon Footprint: Contribute to environmental sustainability by minimizing energy waste.
      • Compliance with Regulations: Meet utility company requirements and industry standards for power factor.

      Advanced Features & Technology:

      Our APFC Panels are engineered for superior performance, reliability, and ease of use:

      • Intelligent Microprocessor-Based Controller:
        • Real-time sensing and analysis of power factor.
        • Automatic, stepless, or step-wise switching of capacitor banks to maintain optimal PF.
        • User-friendly interface with LCD display for critical parameters (PF, Voltage, Current, kVA, kW, kVAr, Harmonics).
        • Built-in alarm and fault diagnostics.
      • High-Quality Capacitor Banks:
        • Heavy-duty, self-healing, metallized polypropylene (MPP) or All-Polypropylene (APP) film capacitors.
        • Low losses and long operational life.
        • Dry-type, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly.
      • Robust Switching Mechanism:
        • Contactor-Switched: Reliable and proven for standard applications.
        • Thyristor-Switched (Optional for Dynamic Correction): Ultra-fast switching (<20ms) for highly fluctuating loads, preventing transient switching surges. Ideal for welding machines, CNC, and rolling mills.
      • Integrated Harmonic Filtration (Optional - Detuned Reactors):
        • For environments with significant harmonic distortion (e.g., VFDs, UPS, LED lighting).
        • Detuned reactors protect capacitors from harmonic overcurrents and overvoltages, extending their life and preventing resonance issues.
      • Comprehensive Protection Features:
        • Individual capacitor bank protection (HRC fuses or MCCBs).
        • Overcurrent, overvoltage, undervoltage, and capacitor overload protection.
        • Short circuit protection.
        • Thermal protection for capacitors.
      • Modular & Scalable Design:
        • Easy to expand or modify kVAR ratings to meet changing load requirements.
        • Facilitates quick maintenance and replacement.
      • Durable & Safe Enclosure:
        • Robust sheet steel enclosure with powder coating.
        • High IP rating (e.g., IP41, IP54) for dust and splash protection.
        • Adequate ventilation (natural air or forced cooling) to maintain optimal operating temperatures.
      • Communication Capabilities (Optional):
        • RS485 Modbus RTU port for seamless integration with SCADA, BMS, or energy management systems.

      Technical Specifications:

      FeatureSpecification
      Voltage Rating400V / 415V / 440V / 690V AC (3 Phase, 50/60 Hz) - Customizable
      kVAR Rating50 kVAR to 1000 kVAR (and above, in modular steps) - Customizable
      Number of Steps4, 6, 8, 12, 14, 16 steps (or as per requirement)
      Target Power FactorAdjustable, typically 0.98 lagging to 0.99 lagging
      Capacitor TypeHeavy Duty MPP (Metalized Polypropylene) / APP (All Polypropylene)
      Switching TypeContactor (Standard) / Thyristor (Optional for Dynamic Loads)
      Harmonic ProtectionOptional Detuned Reactors (7% / 14% tuned)
      ControllerMicroprocessor-based, Automatic / Manual Mode
      DisplayMulti-functional LCD with back-light
      Metering ParametersPF, V, A, Hz, kW, kVA, kVAr, THD-V, THD-I, Energy (kWh, kVARh)
      EnclosureCRCA Sheet Steel, Powder Coated, IP41 / IP54 (Indoor / Outdoor options)
      CoolingNatural Air Cooled / Forced Fan Cooled (for higher ratings)
      ProtectionOver Current, Over/Under Voltage, Short Circuit, Over Temperature, Capacitor Overload
      StandardsIEC 61921, IEC 60831, IS 13585, CE Compliant
      Operating Temperature-5°C to +55°C
      CommunicationOptional RS485 Modbus RTU

      Ideal Applications:

      Our APFC Panels are suitable for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and utility applications where inductive loads are prevalent:

      • Manufacturing Plants: Textile, Steel, Cement, Plastic, Food & Beverage
      • Commercial Complexes: Malls, Office Buildings, Hotels
      • Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities
      • Data Centers & IT Parks
      • Water Treatment Plants & Pumping Stations
      • Automobile Industry
      • Paper & Pulp Mills
      • Mining Operations
      • Arc/Induction Furnaces & Welding Shops (with Thyristor-switched panels)

      Why Choose Our APFC Panel?

      1. Unmatched Reliability: Built with premium components and rigorous quality control for long-term, trouble-free operation.
      2. Cutting-Edge Technology: Incorporates the latest in power electronics and control algorithms for precise and effective correction.
      3. Guaranteed Savings: Proven track record of significant energy cost reductions and quick return on investment.
      4. Customization: Tailored solutions to perfectly match your specific load profile, voltage, kVAR requirements, and harmonic conditions.
      5. Expert Support: Comprehensive pre-sales consultation, seamless installation guidance, and dedicated after-sales service.
      6. Safety & Compliance: Designed and manufactured to meet stringent national and international safety and performance standards.

      Don't let inefficient power utilization drain your profits. Invest in our Advanced Automatic Power Factor Correction Panel and experience the benefits of a truly optimized electrical system.

      Ready to Optimize Your Power Factor?

      Contact us today for a free site assessment and a customized quote. Our experts will help you identify the perfect APFC solution for your facility.

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