What is power factor and why is it important? Learn how to calculate the power factor formula, each component of the equation, and why it matters.

To calculate power factor, divide working power (kW) by apparent power (kVA). While 100% efficiency may not be realistic, there are a few things that impact how power factor is improved.

Fill factor is a way to compare the maximum power of a module (Imp X Vmp = Pmax) to short circuit current (Isc) and open circuit voltage (Voc). It tells us how square a module's I-V curve …

It displays waveforms and harmonics, performs power measurements for power-factor evaluations, measures inrush current, and logs data over time for later analysis.

Power factor is the ratio of true power (kW) to apparent power (kVA). In the absence of power factor measurement tools, a rule of thumb is to estimate power factor at 0.85

A normal I-V curve shape and a performance factor between 90% and 100% usually indicate the correct functioning of the PV source circuit or module. Identifying I-V Curve Deviations Several …

Use Power Log to graph this data, find the maximum current or power on each phase, compare the three phases and report the largest number. Power Log has a built-in report generator that …

If no transients are found in an initial measurement, it is a good practice to measure and log the power quality over time with an advanced industrial power quality logger.

We use the performance factor (PF) in this context to quantify how well a measured I-V curve agrees with a predicted curve. It is reported as a percentage and calculated using the …

Learn how to use the phasor diagram on your Fluke power quality tool. Common problems stem from a connection error due to incorrect voltage connection or reversed current connections.