A load of 500 kVA operates at 0.6 lagging power factor on 1100V, 50 Hz mains. The power factor of the system is improved from 0.6 lagging to 0.95 lagging by using a delta connected capacitor bank. Assuming VA of the load remains constant, indicate the rating of the capacitor and find the additional kW that can be obtained.

A load of 500 kVA operates at 0.6 lagging power factor on 1100V, 50 Hz mains. The power factor of the system is improved from 0.6 lagging to 0.95 lagging by using a delta connected capacitor bank. Assuming VA of the load remains constant, indicate the rating of the capacitor and find the additional kW that can be obtained.

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Chapter2: Fundamentals

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Problem 2.24P: A source supplies power to the following three loads connected in parallel: (1) a lighting load...

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