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Re: trader59 post# 18341

Thursday, 05/16/2019 11:09:26 AM

Thursday, May 16, 2019 11:09:26 AM

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A little more information that might help you .....

VARs (Volt Amps of Reactive Power) is one of the most misunderstood terms in the esoteric vernacular of the electric industry- even by the majority of electrical engineers.

The utility generates and delivers nothing but Alternating Current-volts x Amps = Kilowatts - ONLY! No VARS no capacitance, just Kilowatts.
Volt Amps are converted to VARS in the phase shift created when the current goes through the motor’s coil and the voltage goes across it. No capacitor is required to operate the motor and capacitors do not magnetize anything.

If the motor has an .80 power factor it consumes 80% of the VARs and 20% attempts to return to the generator.

The capacitors come into play in an attempt to prevent the return trip. The treatment of capacitors determines how successful you are. The PAS is .992 successful.