Trinity Power factor Controller

Description

The Trinity Power Factor Controller, also called an APFC relay, is a smart device that monitors your electrical system’s power factor and automatically switches capacitor banks accordingly. Equipped with true RMS measurements and microcontroller-based logic, it maintains efficient power usage by dynamically adjusting reactive power and minimizing utility penalties. Variants like APFCR, Newton+, and AccuVar offer a spectrum of features from economy models to advanced, fast-switching units. Trinity Energy+1

Key Specifications

PFC1729 Model

• Display Panel: 144 × 144 mm, panel-cutout 138 × 138 mm

• Power Supply: 80–500 VAC, 50–60 Hz

• Voltage Input: 50–300 V L-N or 50–500 V L-L

• Current Input: 1A or 5A CT (site-selectable), reading 5–9995 A

• Switching Output: Relay, up to 230 VAC & 1000 W

• Accuracy: PF & readings ±1.0%, excellent mechanical/electrical life

• Operating Temp: 10–50 °C, Depth: 55 mm, Weight: ~0.56 kg Trinity Energy

APFCR / Newton+ Series

• Phase Measurement: Single-phase (3P4W system), voltage up to 300 V L-N

• Current Input: 1A or 5A CT, reading range 0–5000 A

• Supply Power: SMPS type, 80–480 VAC

• Switching: Relay output up to 250 VAC & 1000 W

• Display: LED/LCD indicating PF, VAR, stages (APFCR: 144 × 144 mm, others: 96 × 96 mm)

• Accuracy: Voltage ±0.5%, Current ±0.25%, PF ±1.0%

• Min Operating Currents: VAR mode: 1 % of CT primary; PF mode: Newton+ requires 2.5%, others 6% Trinity Energychintancorpn.com

Features

• True RMS Measurement ensures accurate readings under loads and distortion

• Programmable PF range: 0.800 to 1.000 (Lag/Lead)

• Configurable Time Delays: Normal (40–300 s) or Fast (1–10 s) switching

• Manual / Auto modes, LED stage indication, alarm/trip for voltage or PF anomalies

• Site-selectable Input Types: Phase-to-phase or phase-to-neutral, with or without capacitor CT Trinity Energy+1

Applications

• Industrial settings with heavy inductive loads: motors, compressors, welders

• Commercial buildings (malls, hospitals, offices) to avoid PF penalties

• Renewable energy systems and power distribution panels

• Motor Control Centers and substations for smart reactive power management

Advantages

• Maintains PF close to unity, improving energy efficiency and reducing penalties

• Enhances voltage stability and extends the life of equipment

• Flexible configuration (VAR-based control, adjustable thresholds)

• Broad compatibility with various installation setups

Disadvantages

• Requires expert commissioning and occasional maintenance

• Capacitor banks may need periodic inspections or replacements

• PF accuracy may be affected by harmonic distortions if not addressed