High Voltage Capacitors: Enhancing Power System Performance #
Advanced Solutions for Demanding Electrical Applications #
Yuhchang’s high voltage power capacitors are designed to improve the capacity, stability, and power quality of electrical systems. Manufactured with advanced technology and high-grade materials, these capacitors deliver reliable performance and are capable of handling substantial electrical charges. Their primary role is to serve as temporary energy storage devices, releasing stored energy as needed to maintain system stability and performance.
Integrating high voltage capacitors into your system enables superior reactive power management, resulting in enhanced system efficiency and power quality.
Key Applications #
High voltage power capacitors are widely used in:
- Power transmission and distribution systems
- Power substations
- Industrial machinery
- Renewable energy systems
- High-power electronics
Industries such as power generation, transmission, distribution, oil and gas, and infrastructure benefit from these capacitors, whether for improving substation efficiency, optimizing industrial equipment, or supporting renewable energy installations.
Features of High Voltage Capacitors #
- Available in internal fuse types or standard (fuseless) types upon request.
- Low dissipation factor and temperature rise, ensuring a long service life.
- Stable capacitance with minimal variation due to temperature changes.
- Impregnated with high-insulation, non-PCB biodegradable fluid in a vacuum tank.
- Internal fuse capacitors offer enhanced safety, higher reliability, reduced installation space, and lower installation and maintenance costs.
Construction Details #
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dielectric | Polypropylene film |
| Insulation fluid | Non-PCB fluid |
| Bushing / Color | Wet process porcelain; Color: Baby blue, Munsell 5B 8/4 |
| Case material / Color | Stainless steel; Paint: Epoxy/Urethane, sand color (Munsell 7.5Y 7/2) |
| Earth connection | One side bracket with ground terminal (option for unpainted area under bracket for earthing) |
Internal Fuse vs. External Fuse High Voltage Capacitors #
| Item | Internal Fuse Capacitors | External Fuse Capacitors |
|---|---|---|
| Installation space | Smaller | Large |
| Continuous usability after fuse cut | Excellent | Low |
| Reactive power loss after fuse cut | Low | High |
| Fuse safety | Excellent | Poor |
| Possibility of spurious fuse action | Low | High |
| Case breakdown possibility | Low | High |
| Unbalance protection difficulty | Low | High |
| Need for spare capacitors | Low | High |
| Servicing and maintenance | Low | High |