Automatic Power Factor Capacitor Panel

PS Power Controls in Chennai is a leading manufacturer of Automatic Power Factor Correction (APFC) panels. They highlight the increasing importance of APFC systems for HT (High Tension) and LT (Low Tension) consumers using 4 kW of power and above, due to rising power tariffs and penalties from the state electricity board.

Why install an APFC system?

• Avoid Penalties: The Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) levies penalties for low power factor. Maintaining a consistently high power factor helps consumers avoid these charges.
• Energy Savings: A low power factor leads to poor efficiency and increased apparent power drawn from the distribution network. APFC panels optimize power utilization, reducing energy consumption and electricity bills.
• Equipment Longevity: Low power factor can overload electrical components like transformers, bus bars, switchgear, and cables, leading to reduced lifespan. APFC systems ensure optimum power for running loads, extending the life of electrical distribution components.
• Reduced Maximum Demand (KVA): By improving the power factor, the reactive power drawn from the grid is reduced, which can lead to a lower maximum demand (KVA) charge.
• Potential Incentives: Some electricity boards may offer incentives for maintaining a higher power factor.

APFC Panel Ranges offered by PS Power Controls:

• LTCT (Low Tension Current Transformer) Panels: 10 kVAr to 150 kVAr
• HT (High Tension) Panels: 150 kVAr to 800 kVAr

PS Power Controls uses major components from reputable brands such as:

• Capacitors: EPCOS (from Siemens), L & T, Schneider, MOMAYA
• Power Factor Controllers: BELUK, EPCOS, MIKRO
• Switchgears: L & T, Siemens, ABB, Schneider, CHINT

They have been in operation since 2004 and also offer related services like APFC Panel AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) services, energy audit services, and power factor improvement consultancy.