The power factor automatic compensator is a fully automated electronic system designed to enhance the efficiency of electrical energy usage within a power grid. By continuously monitoring and adjusting the reactive power, it ensures that the power factor remains within an optimal range, thereby reducing energy waste and improving overall system performance. At our station, we use the GBK4-1C type controller, which automatically detects the power factor of the load and adjusts it accordingly, ensuring that it stays within the desired limits.
The control method used by this system involves detecting when the power factor drops below or exceeds specific thresholds. When the power factor falls below the lower limit, capacitors are connected to the system to compensate for the reactive power. Conversely, when the power factor rises above the upper limit, the capacitors are disconnected. This process is illustrated in Figure 1, where the power factor is maintained between two set lines—OA (lower limit) and OB (upper limit). As the load increases, additional capacitors are switched in at critical points (M1, M2, M3), ensuring the power factor remains stable. When the load decreases, capacitors are removed in reverse order (N1, N2, etc.), until none remain connected if the power factor falls below the threshold.
Figure 2 shows the internal structure of the automatic compensation controller, which consists of several key components: a measuring section, a DC amplification section, an execution section, and a power supply section. The system first converts the phase difference between the AC voltage and current into a DC signal. This signal is then amplified and used to trigger the switching of capacitors, either connecting or disconnecting them based on the measured power factor.
In a three-phase system, the measurement circuit takes signals from the bus line’s A and C phase voltages (uAC) and the B phase current (iB). The phase-sensitive differential amplifier compares these signals to detect any phase shift. Depending on the relationship between u1 and u2, different conduction states occur in transistors T1 and T2, which in turn affect the output voltage Uab. This voltage is then used to control the DC amplification stage, determining whether capacitors should be added or removed.
When Uab is negative, the system activates relay J1, initiating a delay that eventually turns on the first group of capacitors. If the power factor still needs improvement, the second group is activated after a similar delay. On the other hand, if Uab is positive, relays J2 and J4 are triggered, leading to the disconnection of capacitors in sequence. This dynamic control mechanism ensures that the power factor is always optimized, reducing energy losses and improving the efficiency of the entire electrical system.
Solar Water Heater
Solar Water Heater is a kind of household or commercial equipment that uses solar energy to heat water, which belongs to the category of light and heat utilization in solar power generation equipment. The following is a detailed introduction to the categories of Solar Water Heater:
I. Basic definition
Solar Water Heater is a device that uses a solar collector to convert Solar Light energy into heat energy and then heats water through heat conduction. It works with a renewable energy source - solar energy, which is an environmentally friendly and energy-saving way to supply hot water.
Second, the working principle
The working principle of solar water heaters is mainly based on the conversion of light and heat. When sunlight hits a solar collector (such as a vacuum tube or flat plate collector), the collector absorbs solar light energy and converts it into heat energy. The heat energy is then transferred to the water in the collector by means of thermal conduction, so that the water temperature gradually rises. The heated water flows into the storage tank through the pipe for storage for users.
Three, product classification
According to the different parts of the heat collection, solar water heaters can be divided into the following categories:
Glass vacuum tube solar water heater:
Features: Using the heat pipe effect in the vacuum tube and the principle of hot water floating up and cold water sinking, the operation efficiency is high.
Application: Widely used in families, small business places, etc.
Flat panel solar water heater:
Features: large heat collection area, long service life, suitable for large hot water systems or large area heat collection occasions.
Applications: commercial buildings, schools, hospitals, etc.
Ceramic hollow flat panel solar water heater:
Features: light and heat absorption ratio is high, the absorption rate is even higher than the national standard.
Application: High efficiency hot water systems for specific needs.
Four, components
Solar water heaters are mainly composed of the following components:
Collector: The part that absorbs the sun's light energy and converts it into heat energy, and is the core part of a water heater.
Tank: A container for storing heated water, usually made of insulating material to maintain the temperature of the water.
Bracket: Structural components that support the collector and storage tank to ensure the stability and safety of the entire water heater.
Piping: Connecting the collector, the storage tank and the user's piping system for the circulation and supply of hot water.
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