Shunt Capacitor Bank – Complete & Simple Guide
⚡ Shunt Capacitor Bank – Complete & Simple Guide 🌟 Introduction In electrical power systems, reactive power is very important for maintaining voltage and efficiency. One of the easiest and most economical ways to supply reactive power is by using a Shunt Capacitor Bank 😊. Shunt capacitor banks are widely used in distribution lines, substations, and industries because they are: Low cost 💰 Easy to install 🔧 Easy to maintain 👍 They help in improving power factor , voltage level , and overall system performance ⚡. ⚠️ One limitation: Capacitors give less reactive power when voltage is low, because capacitor output depends on voltage squared (V²). 🔍 What is a Shunt Capacitor Bank? A shunt capacitor bank is a group of capacitors connected in parallel (shunt) with the power system. 👉 Main function: Supply reactive power (kVAR) 😊 Reduce reactive power demand from generators Improve voltage near the load ✅ Why Shunt Capacitor Banks are Used...