APFC Panel

An APFC (Automatic Power Factor Correction) panel is an electrical device that automatically adjusts the power factor of an electrical system to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs. It does this by dynamically adding or removing capacitor banks to compensate for reactive power. This helps to reduce power losses, minimize penalties for low power factor, and improve voltage stability.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

What it does: 

By adding or removing capacitors, the APFC panel adjusts the phase angle between voltage and current, thus improving the power factor.

Reduces Reactive Power:

Reactive power doesn’t contribute to actual work but is necessary for inductive loads like motors. The APFC panel minimizes reactive power demand, reducing energy costs.

Minimizes Penalties:

Many electricity companies charge penalties for low power factor. The APFC panel helps avoid these penalties.

Reduces Power Loss:

By improving the power factor, the APFC panel reduces the amount of energy lost in transmission and distribution.

Improves Voltage Stability:

By compensating for reactive power, the APFC panel can help stabilize voltage levels in the electrical system.