APFC Panel Board

An APFC (Automatic Power Factor Correction) Panel Board is an electrical control panel that is designed to improve the power factor of an electrical system. The power factor is a measure of how effectively electrical power is being used in a system. A low power factor can result in inefficient use of electrical energy, higher electricity bills, and potential damage to electrical equipment.The APFC Panel Board is installed in the electrical distribution system and is responsible for automatically measuring the power factor of the system and adjusting it as necessary to maintain a desired level. The panel includes capacitors that are switched on or off as required to improve the power factor of the system.The APFC Panel Board can be designed to operate with a wide range of electrical systems, and can be configured to include various features such as overvoltage and undervoltage protection, overload protection, and short circuit protection.

• Key Features

  • Automatic power factor correction:

    The APFC Panel Board is designed to automatically measure the power factor of the electrical system and adjust it as necessary by switching capacitors on or off. This helps to maintain a desired level of power factor, which leads to more efficient use of electrical energy..

  • Wide range of power factor correction:

    The APFC Panel Board can be designed to operate with a wide range of electrical systems, and can correct power factors in the range of 0.8 lagging to 0.99 leading.

  • Overvoltage and undervoltage protection:

    The APFC Panel Board can be designed with overload and short circuit protection features, which protect the electrical system from damage due to overloading or electrical faults.

  • LCD display:

    The APFC Panel Board can include an LCD display that shows important information such as power factor, current, voltage, and capacitor bank status.

  • Easy installation and maintenance:

    The APFC Panel Board is designed for easy installation and maintenance, with clear labeling and easy access to components.

  • Energy savings:

    The APFC Panel Board can result in significant energy savings by improving the power factor of the electrical system, which leads to more efficient use of electrical energy and lower electricity bills.

• Key Specifications

  • Capacitor Bank Rating:

    The APFC Panel Board includes a capacitor bank, which can be rated for a specific kVAR (kilovolt-ampere reactive) rating. The capacitor bank rating is based on the power factor correction requirements of the electrical system.

  • Operating Voltage:

    The APFC Panel Board is designed to operate at a specific voltage level, which is determined by the electrical system requirements and the connected equipment.

  • Switching Time:

    The APFC Panel Board includes automatic switching of capacitors, and the switching time is an important specification that determines the speed at which the capacitors are switched on or off. The switching time should be selected based on the electrical system requirements and the desired level of power factor correction.

  • Control System:

    The APFC Panel Board can be designed with various control systems, such as microprocessor-based controllers, which are responsible for measuring the power factor of the electrical system and controlling the switching of capacitors.

  • Enclosure Type:

    The APFC Panel Board is enclosed in a housing that protects the components from environmental factors such as moisture, dust, and temperature extremes. The enclosure type should be selected based on the specific environmental conditions of the installation site.

  • Protection Features:

    The APFC Panel Board can be designed with various protection features such as overvoltage and undervoltage protection, overload protection, and short circuit protection, to protect the electrical system and the components of the panel.