The Multispan Power Factor Controller is an intelligent APFC relay that dynamically manages reactive power for improved energy efficiency. Available in models like APFC-9608 and APFC-108, it offers multi-stage switching, programmable PF control, intuitive displays, and robust performance. Designed for balanced three-phase systems in industrial and commercial setups, it delivers reliable PF correction, significant energy savings, and compliance with power quality norms. multispanindia.com+1multispanindia.com.
Description
he Multispan Power Factor Controller (APFC Relay) is a smart, microcontroller-based device that maintains efficient power factor in three-phase systems by intelligently switching capacitor banks ON or OFF. Available in various stages (e.g., 6, 8, 12, 16), it offers selectable modes and real-time reactive power management to reduce energy waste and utility penalties. multispanindia.com+1multispanindia.com
Specifications
APFC-9608 (8-Stage, 96×96 mm)
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Voltage Input: 30–320 V AC (Line-to-Neutral) multispanindia.com
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Current Sensing: Single CT, selectable primary ratio (5–9999 A), secondary 0.01–5 A multispanindia.com
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Operating Modes: Auto / Manual / Rotation (Kvar / Intel) multispanindia.com
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Relay Output: 8 stages, NO-C, 7 A @ 250 V AC multispanindia.com
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Display: Dual 7-seg LEDs (upper 4-digit, lower 7-digit) multispanindia.com
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Aux Supply: 100–270 V AC, ~6 VA multispanindia.com
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Accuracy: Class 0.5 multispanindia.com
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Environment: 0–55 °C, up to 95% RH (non-condensing) multispanindia.com
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Size: 96 × 96 × 54 mm (panel cutout 92 × 92 mm) multispanindia.com
APFC-108 (8-Stage, 144×144 mm)
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Voltage Input: 300–520 V AC (Line-to-Line) multispanindia.com
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Other specs mirror APFC-9608 in CT ratio, output, display, and modes multispanindia.combeecoelectronics.com
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Aux Supply: 300–520 V AC, ~8 VA multispanindia.combeecoelectronics.com
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Size: 144 × 144 × 70 mm (panel cutout 137 × 137 mm) multispanindia.combeecoelectronics.com
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With Alarm Output and broad PF control range (±1.000) beecoelectronics.com
Features
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Selectable control modes: Auto, Manual, Rotation, Kvar-based beecoelectronics.com
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Wide PF targeting: ±0.80 (standard) or up to ±1.00 depending on model multispanindia.combeecoelectronics.com
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Programmable delay/hysteresis, CT ratio, min. operating current, scan time beecoelectronics.com+1
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True RMS sensing with Class 0.5 accuracy Above Intelligence Sdn Bhdbeecoelectronics.com
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Enhanced panel safety with IP65 front options (e.g., APFC-9606) multispanindia.com
Applications
Ideal for reactive power optimization in:
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Industrial systems with inductive loads (e.g., motors, compressors)
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Distribution panels, DG set panels, energy monitoring setups
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Commercial and process control environments to maintain PF compliance multispanindia.com+1multispanindia.com
Advantages
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Maintains near-unity PF, reducing energy losses and penalties
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Flexible, programmable control modes tailored to load behavior
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High accuracy and fast reactive power response
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Compact form factor and low power consumption
Disadvantages
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Requires thoughtful configuration and setup
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May need regular maintenance of capacitor banks
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Performance can be affected by high harmonics or voltage distortion