Optimize your electrical system with our Power Factor Correction Capacitor Bank Calculator. Easily determine the required kVAR to improve power factor, enhance efficiency, and lower utility costs. Essential for industrial and commercial applications.
Formula:
To calculate the required capacitor bank kVAR (Qc), use the following formula:
Qc = P × (tan(arccos(PFold)) - tan(arccos(PFnew)))
- Qc: Required Reactive Power of Capacitor Bank (kVAR)
- P: Active Power (kW)
- PFold: Existing Power Factor (decimal, e.g., 0.8)
- PFnew: Target Power Factor (decimal, e.g., 0.95)