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Power Factor Correction

Size a capacitor to raise a motor’s PF — nameplate HP, η, PF, and volts in; Xc, µF, and amps saved out.

Capacitor
µF
Xc
Ω
Amps saved
A

Working

Output power (HP × 746)
Total input power (TIP)
Apparent power (VA)
Reactive power (VARs)
VA @ target PF
VARs @ target PF
VARsC (to correct)
I original → I @ target