• November 26, 2023

    Why do I need a Vector Diagram?

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    Modern reference standards and calibration devices have usually a graphical function to show the relationship between the voltages and the currents.

  • February 14, 2024

    What are harmonics ?

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    Generally a harmonic is a integer multiple of the fundamental frequency (nominal fn). When we have a fn of 50 Hz, the 3rd harmonics is traveling with 150 Hz. We can have harmonics in the voltages and in the currents.

  • October 30, 2023

    Calculating Apparent Power: Vectorial vs Arithmetic Method

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    There are two commonly used methods to calculate the apparent power (VA).
    The traditional method is the vectorial calculation.

  • January 7, 2024

    What is Maximum Demand Measurement?

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    Demand is a measure of average power consumption over a fixed time interval. Maximum (or peak) demand is the highest demand recorded over the billing period.

  • October 30, 2023

    Technical vs Non-Technical Losses: What You Need to Know

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    Technical losses are coming from current flowing in electrical installations. They can not be avoided, but reduced by proper installation. Technical losses can be calculated.

  • October 23, 2023

    Personal Safety for electrical installations

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    Personal safety comes first when working with electricity. It's never a mistake to review the basics.