Dear Reader: Many electrical systems experience voltage surges, caused by any of a variety of reasons including electrical overload, faulty wiring, lightning strikes, and the restoration of power after an outage or blackout. The prudent Facilities Manager will take steps to provide for solutions to maximize her/his LED lighting fixture protection and continuity of service […]
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Dear Reader: Electricity comes into the plant in waves, very much like ocean waves, or heat, or any of other phenomena that involves rhythmic movement. Energy is no different. The key is to move that energy as smoothly as possible through the plant, so as to reduce the frequency and magnitude of these waves of
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Dear Reader: One of the most important indicators of an LED lighting fixture’s energy efficiency is its Power Factor rating. While the meaning of this metric eludes some Facilities Managers, it’s really very simple as to what it means, and how it’s calculated. Power factor is the measure of how much electricity is actually being
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Voltage surges have a huge destructive impact upon electronic equipment, including LED lighting systems. They wear out LED drivers and distribution panels prematurely and increase service interruptions to LED lighting. Beyond material damage to the luminaires, voltage surges caused by lightning, for example, can trigger or break protective devices in the circuit boards of lighting
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Learn the definition of a voltage spike and a power surge. Understand what causes voltage spikes and surges with examples. See how they are harmful to electronics. Read More…
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