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What size capacitor(s) is required to correct air conditioner system power factor from 0.63 to 0.99? Is it installed in series or parallel? (installed to switch with A/C cycle)
Given:
Load amps = 12 amps
Voltage = 242 VAC
main Meter power factor A/C off = .99
main Meter power factor A/C on = .63

Load is at the end of 300' sub feeder wiring run.

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Power factor correction for air conditioner is calculated.

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