Leading Power Factor Load

Leading Power Factor Load

Leading Power Factor Load: Suppose the load in Fig. 9.46(a) is capacitive, the wattmeter connected in the leading phase would read less value. In that case, WR will be the…

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Methods to Leading Power Factor

Methods to Leading Power Factor

Methods to Leading Power Factor: We have seen that a phase controlled converter requires reactive power for control and commutation. The harmonics do not contribute to the active power loading…

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Power Factor by Two Wattmeter Method

Power Factor by Two Wattmeter Method

Power Factor by Two Wattmeter Method: When we talk about the power factor in three-phase circuits, it applies only to balanced circuits, since the power factor in a balanced load…

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Apparent Power

Apparent Power and Power Factor: Apparent Power - The power factor is useful in determining useful power (true power) transferred to a load. The highest power factor is 1, which…

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Power Factor Improvement Methods

Power Factor Improvement Methods: There are many drives which operate at a low power factor. Some of Power Factor Improvement Methods are: An induction motor direct on line. ac-dc diode…

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