The Phase Converter
Manufacturer Directory
Why Would you use a Phase
Converter?
In recent years, phase
converters have dramatically
expanded in commercial
and industrial applications
because industries have
produced more three-phase
machinery and equipment. The
reason for this is
phase converters cost
less than single-phase
equipment, and they last
longer and are more dependable.
The purpose of a phase converter
is to allow you to operate
your three-phase motors and equipment on a single-phase power source.
The main advantage of a phase
converter is basally a
matter of economics. Utility
companies charge substantial
fees to extend three-phase
service to businesses. The
average cost is around
$50,000. In addition, the
cost of a three-phase
service panel and the time
to install the lines could
mean production being
shutdown. A
phase converter may offer
savings on utility bills by
eliminating the typical
demand charges that
accompany most three-phase
services.
With the increase in phase
converters, it is important
to select the right
converter for your equipment
requirements.
Successful application of a
phase converter depends on
an understanding of its
capabilities and limits, and
also on starting
characteristics and
operating demands of the
loads. Nearly all
application problems come
from ignoring this reality.
It is the same when planning
the power of a facility for
the machinery you intend to
operate. It only takes a
little simple planning to
accommodate your power load.
One word of caution here, there
are no industrial standards
that apply to phase
converters. Make sure you are
dealing with a reputable
manufacturer. Because of the
increased demand of phase
converters,
there are many companies jumping
on the band wagon
offering inferior products.
The following chart compares
each manufacturer based on a phase
converter for a
10HP motor. We rated each
company with a one to five
star rating, five stars being the highest
and one star the
lowest.
*Compared models that use active generators
and found that they are higher
quality - this rating is not
for lesser quality converters
using electric motors.
Also, models rated on the materials
used to manufacturer the
phase converters.
The
Phase Converter
Manufacturer
Review
page
gives more details on how
ratings are determined.
In
our findings,
ACE
Phase Converters
rated the highest because
they manufacturer a true
three-phase converter. Their phase converters were
durable and manufactured
with high quality materials,
and their ten-year warranties
on their products were
outstanding. Pricing was
excellent comparably in the
market place. Great Phase Converter Articles
Some of the
most useful and factual information to know about
phase converters can be found
in the articles listed below:
What
is a Phase Converter?
Types of Phase Converters.
How to Select a Phase
Converter.
Why
Would You Use a Phase
Converter?
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