The Role of Static Var Compensators in Modern Power Systems
Voltage instability, flickering lights, and reactive power issues—these are signs that your power system is struggling to keep up with dynamic loads. A Static Var Compensator (SVC) regulates reactive power in real-time, stabilizing voltage and improving power quality in both utility grids and industrial systems. From steel plants to data centers, SVCs have become vital […]
What’s the Role of Shunt Capacitor in Electrical Distribution System
Electricity losses, high energy bills, and unstable voltage—these are just a few problems a poor power factor can cause in an electrical distribution system. A shunt capacitor improves power factor and stabilizes voltage by supplying reactive power directly into the system. This leads to better efficiency, lower losses, and reduced operational costs. When used correctly, […]
What is power factor (Cos ϕ)? How to Calculate Power Factor
Confused by high electricity bills or unexpected utility penalties? It might be due to a hidden issue: poor power factor. Power factor (Cos ϕ) shows how efficiently electrical power is used. It’s the ratio between real power and apparent power. A perfect system has a power factor of 1. If you’re running motors, drives, or […]
What is a MV / HV capacitor bank and why is it used?
Many power systems waste energy due to low power factor or instability. That creates losses, higher bills, and equipment damage. MV/HV capacitor banks are used to improve power factor, voltage stability, and system efficiency in power generation, transmission, and consumption systems. If you’re dealing with rising energy costs or system failures, understanding capacitor banks is […]
