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Range PowerLogic
Product name PowerLogic PFC Controller
Device short name VPL12
product or component type Power factor controller
Complementary
Number of step output contacts 12
[Us] rated supply voltage 90…550 V AC
<= 999 kV AC with external VT
Measurement current 0…5 A
Measurement voltage 90…550 V AC 50/60 Hz
Operating mode Manual or automatic
Number of quadrant operation for generator application 4
Device connection Communication protocol: Modbus interface: RS485
Input function Switch: 1 x dry contact
Colour code Front: dark grey RAL 7016
Display type Backlit LCD
display size 56 x 25 mm
Function available Manual programming
Automatic initialisation
Automatic detection
Advanced programming (expert)
Any step sequence
Metering type Power factor and displacement PF (signed, four quadrant)
Total current harmonic distortion THD (I)
Power factor average over lifetime
Temperature maximum
Phase current I1, I2, I3 RMS on load
Active power P, P1, P2, P3 on load
Reactive power Q, Q1, Q2, Q3 on load
Apparent power S, S1, S2, S3 on load
Voltage U21, U32, U13, V1, V2, V3 on load
type of measurement Capacitor current overload Irms/I1
Individual voltage harmonic
Power factor
Operating time
Cos φ
Ambient temperature inside the cubicle
Tan φ
Information displayed Number of switching cycles per step
Individual step size in kVAr
Remaining step capacity in %
Type of alarms Step power loss (< 75 %) / Action: message and alarm contact + step blocked
Step faulty / Action: message and alarm contact + step blocked
High current (> 6 A CT) / Action: message and alarm contact
Hunting (unstable regulation) / Action: message and alarm contact + step blocked
Low current (< 15 mA CT) / Action: message and alarm contact
Overcompensation / Action: message and alarm contact
Capacitor current overload (Irms/I1) (> 130 % I1) / Action: message and alarm contact + step switched off
Overtemperature (50 °C) / Action: message and alarm contact + step switched off
Overtemperature (30 °C) / Action: fan switch
Overvoltage (+/- 10 %) / Action: message and alarm contact + control stopped
Total harmonic distortion (> 7 %) / Action: message and alarm contact + step switched off
Data recording 5 alarms
Operational Hours alarm 100000 h without maintenance
Operational counter alarm 65000 cycles without maintenance
Input type Phase to phase
Phase to neutral
Insensitive to CT polarity
Insensitive to phase rotation polarity
Current input CT…X/5 A and X/1 A
Output type Control relay: 0.2 A 110 V DC
Control relay: 1 A 48 V DC
Control relay: 2 A 400 V AC 50/60 Hz
Control relay: 1 A 24 V DC
Control relay: 5 A 250 V AC 50/60 Hz
Control relay: 5 A 120 V AC 50/60 Hz
Fan: 5 A 250 V AC 50/60 Hz
Fan: 1 A 48 V DC
Alarm relay: 5 A 250 V AC 50/60 Hz
Alarm relay: 1 A 48 V DC
Maximum at the common terminal 10 A
Settings operating mode Automatic
Manual
Type of setting Choice of stepping programs: auto
Choice of stepping programs: LIFO
Choice of stepping programs: linear
Delay between 2 successive switch on the same step: 5…1200 s
Step configuration programming: auto
Step configuration programming: off
Step configuration programming: fixed
Target cos phi: 0.7 inductive…0.7 capacitive
Target cos phi: dual cos φ
Measurement accuracy Voltage +/- 1 %
Current +/- 1 %
Frequency +/- 1 %
Energy (P,Q,S) +/- 2 %
Cos φ +/- 2 %
Total voltage harmonic distortion THD (U) +/- 2 %
Individual voltage harmonic +/- 3 %
Temperature +/- 3 °C
Time delay range 1…6500 s (on reconnection)
1…6500 s (on response)
Provided equipment User manual
Mounting mode Flush-mounted
Mounting support Panel – thickness: 1…3 mm
Mounting location In cabinet
Cut-out dimensions 138 x 138 mm
Height 144 mm
Width 144 mm
Depth 58 mm
net weight 0.6 kg
Environment
Standards IEC 61000-6-4
UL 61010-1
EN 61010-1
IEC 61000-6-2
IEC 61326-1
Product certifications EAC
NRTL
cNRTL
CE
IP degree of protection Front face: IP41
Rear face: IP20
Operating altitude <= 2000 m
Ambient air temperature for operation -20…60 °C
ambient air temperature for storage -40…85 °C
Packing Units
Unit Type of Package 1 PCE
Number of Units in Package 1 1
Package 1 Height 9.200 cm
Package 1 Width 17.700 cm
Package 1 Length 18.400 cm
Package 1 Weight 724.000 g
Unit Type of Package 2 S03
Number of Units in Package 2 8
Package 2 Height 30.000 cm
Package 2 Width 30.000 cm
Package 2 Length 40.000 cm
Package 2 Weight 6.155 kg
Unit Type of Package 3 P06
Number of Units in Package 3 64
Package 3 Height 75.000 cm
Package 3 Width 60.000 cm
Package 3 Length 80.000 cm
Package 3 Weight 58.408 kg
Product Description

Schneider Power Factor Controller

Frequently Asked Questions

✅Power factor correction involves compensating for lagging current by generating a leading current through the connection of capacitors to the power supply. By adding sufficient capacitance, the power factor can be adjusted to approach unity, optimizing the efficiency of the electrical system.

To optimize energy efficiency, minimize the operation of idling or lightly loaded motors and avoid running equipment above its rated voltage. When standard motors burn out, replace them with energy-efficient models. However, it's important to note that even energy-efficient motors experience significant power factor variations due to changes in load.

Several methods are used for power factor correction, with the most common being capacitor banks and synchronous condensers. Capacitor banks consist of multiple capacitors that store energy and generate reactive power, improving the power factor. These capacitor banks can be connected in either a delta configuration or a star (wye) configuration.

The PFC controller minimizes harmonic distortion in the supply current, aligning the input AC line current waveform with the sine input voltage waveform. Non-linear loads, such as SMPS (Switch Mode Power Supplies), typically generate harmonic currents.

A power factor controller is essential for maintaining the power factor value within the limits set by the National Authority. It optimizes the interaction between real and reactive power in a power supply. By minimizing the phase shift between voltage and current in a reactive load, the power factor controller enhances overall efficiency and reduces energy waste.

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