Power Factor – Importance, Calculation and Correction techniques

In AC power system, power factor is a very important parameter that defines how efficiently electric power is being utilized by the load. It is a rational number between -1 and 1 but has no unit. The power factor of a system depends on the type of load present, whether resistive, inductive or capacitive. The inductive and capacitive load has a negative impact on the power factor of the system. Poor power factor results in an increase in current drained by the load.

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Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) – Principle of operation

Miniature circuit breakers commonly known as MCB, are mechanically operated switches cum circuit protection devices. It is an electro-mechanically operated automatic circuit protection devices. An MCB is used to interrupt a circuit during overload and short circuits. It can be used as an alternative to fuses for domestic applications. The advantage of MCBs over fuses is that MCBs are reusable even after interruption of the circuit after an overload or short circuit. Moreover, MCBs are more sensitive to faults than fuses. (more…)

Difference between MCB, MCCB, RCCB, RCBO and Isolator

Introduction

Circuit breakers are safety devices, which ensures the safety of equipment and personnel from electric shocks and damages. They are self-acting and should safely interrupt the current flow on the event of faults. Circuit breakers are a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional circuit protection fuses. These devices are reusable and may help in saving a lot of money and downtime. (more…)

Difference between circuit breaker and isolator

Isolator/ Disconnectors

Isolator or disconnectors, as the name indicates, is a switching or isolation device, intended to disconnect an equipment or electrical Circuit from the supply. It is an offload device, which means it can be operated only when the current passing through it is zero. Unlike circuit breakers, it lacks a built-in arc suppression system. It can be operated only during offload conditions. (more…)

Transformer Action

Transformer action is a phenomenon by which EMF(Electro-motive force) is induced in from one coil to the other coil by electro magnetic induction. It is the basic principle of electric transformers.

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What is meant by B, C, D, K and Z curves in MCBs?

MCB (Miniature circuit breaker) is a resettable device designed to protect a circuit from short circuits and overcurrents. Trip curves of MCB's (B, C, D, K and Z curves) tell…

Difference between MCB and RCBO

MCB – Miniature Circuit Breaker and RCBO – Residual Current Circuit Breaker with Overload Protection are circuit protection devices. These devices are commonly used in low voltage power distribution and can be seen in distribution boards in homes, offices, commercial buildings etc.

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Buchholz Relay | Buchholz relay – Principle of operation

In large oil immersed transformers, we can find a cylindrical object installed in the pipe connecting the conservator to the main tank. This cylindrical object, that looks like a solenoid valve is called Buchholz relay. It is a type of oil activated relays. It can be found in all oil immersed transformers rated higher than 500kva. (more…)

Difference between Higher potential and lower potential

Before getting into the topic, we have to keep two points in mind.1. Conventional Current flow. (The way Current is said to flow historically)
2. ‎Actual current flow. (The way Current actually flows).

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Convert Kilovolt ampere (kVA) to kilowatts (kW)

What is Kilowatt?

Kilowatt is the unit of power. It is the product of voltage, ampere and power factor. It is also called as real power.
One kilowatt(kW) is equal to thousand watts(W).

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Isolator/ Disconnectors

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