When distributed generation causes net reverse power flow on a distribution feeder, several voltage-related issues can occur. According to studies published by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory ...

Knowing the correct phase connectivity information plays a significant role in maintaining high-quality power and reliable electricity supply to end-consumers. However, managing the consumer-phase ...

Follow these basic steps to select the best transformer for each phase of your next project. Suppose you've got the job of designing the power distribution for an entire building. At some point, ...

HD Electric Co.'s Halo Ammeters are high-voltage digital ammeters for use on power distribution systems and are designed to take true RMS AC current measurements up to 2000 A on voltages up to 69 kV.

In power distribution systems, three-phase transformer configuration directly impacts system reliability and load management. Understanding the trade-offs between Delta and Wye connections enables ...

Today's emphasis on implementing energy-efficiency programs and limiting peak demand growth is driving renewed interest in an effective method of implementing volt/var control on distribution systems: ...

Understanding the causes, similarities, and differences between current and voltage distortion will help you pinpoint most power quality problems. When a writer or speaker mentions harmonic distortion ...

The migration from a 48V to a 12V distribution bus eliminates need for isolated DC-DC converters, says HR Modi, while the part and cost reduction of the lower voltage bus outweigh the benefits of the ...