About

An Automatic Power Factor Control (APFC) Panel is an advanced electrical control system designed to improve the power factor of industrial and commercial electrical networks. By automatically monitoring and regulating the reactive power in the system, the APFC panel optimizes energy usage, reduces electricity costs, and enhances the efficiency of power delivery.

Features:
Automatic Operation: Real-time power factor monitoring and correction without manual intervention.

Microprocessor/PLC Based Controllers: Intelligent controllers for precise reactive power management.

Step-wise Capacitor Switching: Uses contactors or thyristor modules for smooth and reliable capacitor bank switching.

Overvoltage/Undervoltage Protection: Ensures safe operation during power fluctuations.

Harmonic Filtration (Optional): Can be integrated with detuned reactors to prevent harmonic distortion.

User-Friendly Interface: LED/LCD displays and programmable settings for easy operation and monitoring.

Alarm & Fault Indication: Alerts for abnormal conditions like capacitor failure, high temperature, or system faults.

Heavy-Duty Construction: Robust, powder-coated sheet metal enclosure designed for industrial environments.

Technical Specifications:
Operating Voltage: 415V AC ±10%, 3 Phase, 50 Hz

Power Factor Correction Range: 0.8 Lag to 0.99 Unity

Capacitor Bank Ratings: Available from 10 kVAR to 1200 kVAR or as per customer requirements

Control Types: Contactor-based or Thyristor-based

Degree of Protection: IP42 / IP54 / IP65 (as required)

Cooling: Natural air / Forced air ventilation

Applications:
Manufacturing Units

Commercial Complexes

Hospitals & Educational Institutions

Shopping Malls

Data Centers

HVAC Systems

Power Plants & Substations

Benefits:
Reduction in electricity bills by avoiding penalties for low power factor

Improved energy efficiency and reduced power losses

Enhanced life of equipment by stabilizing voltage and reducing load

Compliance with utility regulations regarding power factor improvement