Lauritz Knudsen etaSMART R - APFC Controller, 1 CT, 415V AC | 4 Step for Contactor Switching | Size - 96*96 | Internal Temperature Monitoring
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Lauritz Knudsen etaSMART R - APFC Controller, 1 CT, 415V AC | 4 Step for Contactor Switching | Size - 96*96 | Internal Temperature Monitoring
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Description
About the Product
The Lauritz Knudsen EasyLogic APFC Relay CS90884 is a compact & intelligent Automatic Power Factor Correction (APFC) controller designed to improve energy efficiency, optimize power consumption, & maintain a healthy power factor in electrical distribution systems. Engineered for commercial, industrial, & utility applications, this relay provides reliable & automated capacitor bank control through contactor-based switching, helping reduce energy losses, avoid utility penalties, & enhance overall system efficiency.
The relay features a single Current Transformer (1 CT) input configuration, enabling accurate monitoring of load current & power factor while simplifying installation & commissioning. By continuously analyzing reactive power demand & system conditions, the controller automatically switches capacitor banks ON or OFF to maintain the desired power factor & ensure efficient utilization of electrical energy.
With a 4-step capacitor switching configuration, the EasyLogic APFC Relay allows staged capacitor bank operation for smooth & precise power factor correction. This sequential switching approach minimizes sudden load changes, prevents instability, & improves the lifespan of connected capacitor banks & switching devices.
Designed specifically for contactor-based switching systems, the relay provides dependable performance for applications with moderate switching frequencies. It effectively manages capacitor stages to ensure that power factor remains within target limits under varying load conditions.
The controller includes configurable operating parameters that allow users to tailor performance according to application requirements. Adjustable settings include target power factor, switching sequence, delay timing, & protective functions. These capabilities provide flexibility while ensuring optimal system operation & energy efficiency.
The relay continuously monitors power factor conditions & responds intelligently to changing electrical loads. This proactive control helps prevent overcompensation, reduces unnecessary capacitor switching, & maintains stable electrical network performance.
As part of the Lauritz Knudsen EasyLogic range, the APFC Relay CS90884 combines ease of use, reliable performance, & cost-effective operation. Its intuitive user interface allows simplified setup, programming, monitoring, & maintenance, making it suitable for panel builders, contractors, facility managers, & industrial operators.
The compact panel-mountable form factor allows easy integration into APFC panels, capacitor bank systems, switchboards, & electrical control panels where space optimization & reliability are important considerations.
This relay is an ideal solution for applications requiring automatic power factor improvement, energy optimization, reduced electricity costs, & enhanced electrical system performance.
How the Mechanism Works
The APFC relay functions by:
• Continuously monitoring load current through a single CT input
• Measuring system power factor in real time
• Calculating reactive power requirements
• Automatically switching capacitor stages ON or OFF as needed
• Maintaining the desired target power factor
• Preventing overcompensation & under-compensation
• Managing capacitor bank utilization efficiently
• Reducing energy losses within the electrical system
• Improving overall power quality & efficiency
• Supporting stable electrical network operation
It serves as an intelligent control solution for automatic power factor correction & capacitor bank management.
Electrical Configuration
• Product Type: EasyLogic APFC Relay
• Model: CS90884
• CT Input Configuration: 1 CT
• Capacitor Control Steps: 4 Steps
• Switching Technology: Contactor-Based Switching
• Application Type: Automatic Power Factor Correction
• Installation Type: Panel Mounting
• Control Function: Automatic Capacitor Bank Management
• Primary Purpose: Power Factor Improvement & Energy Optimization
Construction & Design
Designed for reliability & ease of operation:
• Compact panel-mountable design
• Industrial-grade electronics
• User-friendly interface
• Clear parameter configuration system
• Durable construction for long-term operation
• Easy integration into APFC panels
• Simplified installation & setup
• Space-efficient design
• Reliable control architecture
• Low maintenance operation
Protection & Control Benefits
Helps protect & optimize systems by:
• Reducing reactive power demand
• Preventing power factor penalties
• Avoiding overcompensation conditions
• Minimizing unnecessary capacitor switching
• Improving capacitor bank utilization
• Supporting stable electrical operation
• Reducing electrical losses
• Enhancing power quality management
• Improving overall energy efficiency
• Increasing equipment lifespan
Purpose & Function
• Automatically maintains desired power factor
• Reduces electricity costs
• Helps avoid utility power factor penalties
• Optimizes capacitor bank utilization
• Improves overall system efficiency
• Reduces reactive power consumption
• Provides automatic correction without manual intervention
• Supports reliable commercial & industrial operations
• Enhances energy management performance
• Improves electrical network stability
Application Domains
• APFC Panels & Capacitor Bank Systems
• Industrial Electrical Distribution Networks
• Commercial Buildings & Utilities
• Manufacturing Plants & Process Industries
• Power Quality Improvement Systems
• Energy Efficiency Projects
• Electrical Control Panels
• Distribution Boards
• Infrastructure Facilities
• Utility Power Management Installations
Key Features
• Lauritz Knudsen EasyLogic APFC relay
• Model: CS90884
• 1 CT input for simplified measurement
• 4-step capacitor switching control
• Designed for contactor-based switching systems
• Automatic monitoring of power factor & reactive power
• Helps reduce electricity penalties & energy losses
• Configurable target power factor settings
• Adjustable switching delay parameters
• Step sequence configuration capability
• Prevents overcompensation & capacitor overuse
• User-friendly configuration & interface
• Compact panel-mountable design
• Reliable performance for industrial & commercial applications
Applications
• APFC panels & capacitor bank systems
• Industrial electrical distribution
• Commercial buildings & utilities
• Manufacturing plants & process industries
• Power quality improvement systems
• Energy efficiency & cost optimization projects
• Electrical switchboards & control panels
• Utility infrastructure applications
• Commercial facility power management
• Industrial energy optimization systems
FAQs
1. What is an APFC relay used for?
Ans: An APFC relay automatically controls capacitor banks to maintain the desired power factor, improve energy efficiency, & reduce electricity losses & utility penalties.
2. What does 1 CT mean?
Ans: It means the relay uses one Current Transformer (CT) input to measure load current & calculate system power factor for automatic correction.
3. What does 4-step control indicate?
Ans: It means the relay can control up to four capacitor stages, switching them ON or OFF as required to achieve the target power factor.
4. What type of switching does this relay use?
Ans: The EasyLogic APFC Relay CS90884 is designed for contactor-based capacitor switching applications.
5. Where is this relay installed?
Ans: It is commonly installed inside APFC panels, capacitor bank systems, electrical distribution panels, & industrial control panels.
6. What are the benefits of using this relay?
Ans: It improves power factor, reduces electricity costs, minimizes utility penalties, enhances energy efficiency, improves power quality, & extends the life of electrical equipment.
7. Can the relay settings be customized?
Ans: Yes. Users can configure target power factor, switching delays, capacitor step sequence, & other operating parameters to suit specific application requirements.
8. Which applications are best suited for this APFC relay?
Ans: It is ideal for commercial buildings, industrial facilities, utility installations, manufacturing plants, & any application requiring automatic power factor correction & energy optimization.
Overview
| Dimension 1 | 96 |
|---|---|
| Dimension 2 | 96 |
| Voltage input | 415 V |
| No. of CT inupts | 1 |
| No. of steps (For Contactor switching) | 4 |
| No. of steps (For Thyristor switching) | 0 |
| Discount Percentage | Between 0-10 % |
Warranty
- All products listed in the price list are covered by a warranty against manufacturing defects for a period of 18* months from the date of purchase.
- For Lauritz Knudsen MCBs & Isolators mounted inside Lauritz Knudsen Distribution Boards, an extended warranty of 5 years is provided.
- In the event of a defect due to faulty workmanship or other associated reasons, the manufacturer will, at its discretion, remedy the defect or replace the faulty parts or the entire product as soon as possible, free of cost.
- This warranty is subject to proper usage and efficient maintenance and does not cover defects arising from fire, accidents, inefficient maintenance, faulty operation, or deliberate or accidental damage.
- The warranty does not cover damage to power electronic components such as thyristors & IGBTs, which primarily fail due to over-temperature or over-voltage. Users must take adequate precautions to eliminate such conditions.
- The manufacturer shall not be responsible or liable for any special, incidental, social, or consequential losses (including loss of profits), punitive damages, injury, or damages of any kind solely attributable to defect or failure of its products.
- The manufacturer shall not be liable in any manner for issues related to or failure in the performance of any other equipment to which the product is connected.
Reviews
Description
About the Product
The Lauritz Knudsen EasyLogic APFC Relay CS90884 is a compact & intelligent Automatic Power Factor Correction (APFC) controller designed to improve energy efficiency, optimize power consumption, & maintain a healthy power factor in electrical distribution systems. Engineered for commercial, industrial, & utility applications, this relay provides reliable & automated capacitor bank control through contactor-based switching, helping reduce energy losses, avoid utility penalties, & enhance overall system efficiency.
The relay features a single Current Transformer (1 CT) input configuration, enabling accurate monitoring of load current & power factor while simplifying installation & commissioning. By continuously analyzing reactive power demand & system conditions, the controller automatically switches capacitor banks ON or OFF to maintain the desired power factor & ensure efficient utilization of electrical energy.
With a 4-step capacitor switching configuration, the EasyLogic APFC Relay allows staged capacitor bank operation for smooth & precise power factor correction. This sequential switching approach minimizes sudden load changes, prevents instability, & improves the lifespan of connected capacitor banks & switching devices.
Designed specifically for contactor-based switching systems, the relay provides dependable performance for applications with moderate switching frequencies. It effectively manages capacitor stages to ensure that power factor remains within target limits under varying load conditions.
The controller includes configurable operating parameters that allow users to tailor performance according to application requirements. Adjustable settings include target power factor, switching sequence, delay timing, & protective functions. These capabilities provide flexibility while ensuring optimal system operation & energy efficiency.
The relay continuously monitors power factor conditions & responds intelligently to changing electrical loads. This proactive control helps prevent overcompensation, reduces unnecessary capacitor switching, & maintains stable electrical network performance.
As part of the Lauritz Knudsen EasyLogic range, the APFC Relay CS90884 combines ease of use, reliable performance, & cost-effective operation. Its intuitive user interface allows simplified setup, programming, monitoring, & maintenance, making it suitable for panel builders, contractors, facility managers, & industrial operators.
The compact panel-mountable form factor allows easy integration into APFC panels, capacitor bank systems, switchboards, & electrical control panels where space optimization & reliability are important considerations.
This relay is an ideal solution for applications requiring automatic power factor improvement, energy optimization, reduced electricity costs, & enhanced electrical system performance.
How the Mechanism Works
The APFC relay functions by:
• Continuously monitoring load current through a single CT input
• Measuring system power factor in real time
• Calculating reactive power requirements
• Automatically switching capacitor stages ON or OFF as needed
• Maintaining the desired target power factor
• Preventing overcompensation & under-compensation
• Managing capacitor bank utilization efficiently
• Reducing energy losses within the electrical system
• Improving overall power quality & efficiency
• Supporting stable electrical network operation
It serves as an intelligent control solution for automatic power factor correction & capacitor bank management.
Electrical Configuration
• Product Type: EasyLogic APFC Relay
• Model: CS90884
• CT Input Configuration: 1 CT
• Capacitor Control Steps: 4 Steps
• Switching Technology: Contactor-Based Switching
• Application Type: Automatic Power Factor Correction
• Installation Type: Panel Mounting
• Control Function: Automatic Capacitor Bank Management
• Primary Purpose: Power Factor Improvement & Energy Optimization
Construction & Design
Designed for reliability & ease of operation:
• Compact panel-mountable design
• Industrial-grade electronics
• User-friendly interface
• Clear parameter configuration system
• Durable construction for long-term operation
• Easy integration into APFC panels
• Simplified installation & setup
• Space-efficient design
• Reliable control architecture
• Low maintenance operation
Protection & Control Benefits
Helps protect & optimize systems by:
• Reducing reactive power demand
• Preventing power factor penalties
• Avoiding overcompensation conditions
• Minimizing unnecessary capacitor switching
• Improving capacitor bank utilization
• Supporting stable electrical operation
• Reducing electrical losses
• Enhancing power quality management
• Improving overall energy efficiency
• Increasing equipment lifespan
Purpose & Function
• Automatically maintains desired power factor
• Reduces electricity costs
• Helps avoid utility power factor penalties
• Optimizes capacitor bank utilization
• Improves overall system efficiency
• Reduces reactive power consumption
• Provides automatic correction without manual intervention
• Supports reliable commercial & industrial operations
• Enhances energy management performance
• Improves electrical network stability
Application Domains
• APFC Panels & Capacitor Bank Systems
• Industrial Electrical Distribution Networks
• Commercial Buildings & Utilities
• Manufacturing Plants & Process Industries
• Power Quality Improvement Systems
• Energy Efficiency Projects
• Electrical Control Panels
• Distribution Boards
• Infrastructure Facilities
• Utility Power Management Installations
Key Features
• Lauritz Knudsen EasyLogic APFC relay
• Model: CS90884
• 1 CT input for simplified measurement
• 4-step capacitor switching control
• Designed for contactor-based switching systems
• Automatic monitoring of power factor & reactive power
• Helps reduce electricity penalties & energy losses
• Configurable target power factor settings
• Adjustable switching delay parameters
• Step sequence configuration capability
• Prevents overcompensation & capacitor overuse
• User-friendly configuration & interface
• Compact panel-mountable design
• Reliable performance for industrial & commercial applications
Applications
• APFC panels & capacitor bank systems
• Industrial electrical distribution
• Commercial buildings & utilities
• Manufacturing plants & process industries
• Power quality improvement systems
• Energy efficiency & cost optimization projects
• Electrical switchboards & control panels
• Utility infrastructure applications
• Commercial facility power management
• Industrial energy optimization systems
FAQs
1. What is an APFC relay used for?
Ans: An APFC relay automatically controls capacitor banks to maintain the desired power factor, improve energy efficiency, & reduce electricity losses & utility penalties.
2. What does 1 CT mean?
Ans: It means the relay uses one Current Transformer (CT) input to measure load current & calculate system power factor for automatic correction.
3. What does 4-step control indicate?
Ans: It means the relay can control up to four capacitor stages, switching them ON or OFF as required to achieve the target power factor.
4. What type of switching does this relay use?
Ans: The EasyLogic APFC Relay CS90884 is designed for contactor-based capacitor switching applications.
5. Where is this relay installed?
Ans: It is commonly installed inside APFC panels, capacitor bank systems, electrical distribution panels, & industrial control panels.
6. What are the benefits of using this relay?
Ans: It improves power factor, reduces electricity costs, minimizes utility penalties, enhances energy efficiency, improves power quality, & extends the life of electrical equipment.
7. Can the relay settings be customized?
Ans: Yes. Users can configure target power factor, switching delays, capacitor step sequence, & other operating parameters to suit specific application requirements.
8. Which applications are best suited for this APFC relay?
Ans: It is ideal for commercial buildings, industrial facilities, utility installations, manufacturing plants, & any application requiring automatic power factor correction & energy optimization.
Overview
| Dimension 1 | 96 |
|---|---|
| Dimension 2 | 96 |
| Voltage input | 415 V |
| No. of CT inupts | 1 |
| No. of steps (For Contactor switching) | 4 |
| No. of steps (For Thyristor switching) | 0 |
| Discount Percentage | Between 0-10 % |
Warranty
- All products listed in the price list are covered by a warranty against manufacturing defects for a period of 18* months from the date of purchase.
- For Lauritz Knudsen MCBs & Isolators mounted inside Lauritz Knudsen Distribution Boards, an extended warranty of 5 years is provided.
- In the event of a defect due to faulty workmanship or other associated reasons, the manufacturer will, at its discretion, remedy the defect or replace the faulty parts or the entire product as soon as possible, free of cost.
- This warranty is subject to proper usage and efficient maintenance and does not cover defects arising from fire, accidents, inefficient maintenance, faulty operation, or deliberate or accidental damage.
- The warranty does not cover damage to power electronic components such as thyristors & IGBTs, which primarily fail due to over-temperature or over-voltage. Users must take adequate precautions to eliminate such conditions.
- The manufacturer shall not be responsible or liable for any special, incidental, social, or consequential losses (including loss of profits), punitive damages, injury, or damages of any kind solely attributable to defect or failure of its products.
- The manufacturer shall not be liable in any manner for issues related to or failure in the performance of any other equipment to which the product is connected.