Schneider BLRCH300A360B40 | VarPlus Can HDuty Capacitor – 30/36 kvar – 400 V – 50/60Hz

Schneider BLRCH300A360B40 | VarPlus Can HDuty Capacitor – 30/36 kvar – 400 V – 50/60Hz

Product Overview: Schneider BLRCH300A360B40 | VarPlus Can HDuty Capacitor – 30/36 kVAR – 400 V – 50/60 Hz

The Schneider Electric BLRCH300A360B40 is a VarPlus Can HDuty capacitor designed for low-voltage power factor correction (PFC) in demanding industrial and commercial environments. This heavy-duty capacitor delivers 30 kVAR at 50 Hz and 36 kVAR at 60 Hz, operating efficiently at a rated voltage of 400 V AC.

Key Features:

• Brand: Schneider Electric

• Series: VarPlus Can HDuty

• Model Number: BLRCH300A360B40

• Capacitance Rating: 30 / 36 kVAR

• Rated Voltage: 400 V AC

• Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz

• Category: Heavy-Duty Power Capacitor

Technical Specifications:

• Reactive Power Output: 30 kVAR (50 Hz) / 36 kVAR (60 Hz)

• Nominal Voltage: 400 V

• Dielectric Technology: Metallized polypropylene film

• Protection Feature: Overpressure disconnector for internal safety

• Self-Healing Property: Yes

• Terminal Type: Screw terminals

• Cooling Method: Natural air cooling

• Mounting Position: Vertical

• Enclosure: Cylindrical aluminum can

• Standards Compliance: IEC 60831-1 / IEC 60831-2

Functional Features:

• Self-Healing Mechanism:
  – Repairs minor dielectric breakdowns internally without external intervention

• Integrated Safety Disconnector:
  – Activates in case of internal overpressure or fault

• Harmonic Resistance:
  – Designed to withstand environments with moderate harmonic content

• Robust Construction:
  – Reliable under high ambient temperatures and continuous duty

• Long Life Expectancy:
  – Engineered for extended operational lifespan in power systems

Applications:

• Low-voltage capacitor banks

• Power factor correction panels

• Industrial facilities with variable load profiles

• Buildings with reactive energy penalties

• Electrical networks with stable voltage but reactive power issues

Benefits:

• Reduced Energy Costs:
  – Enhances power factor and reduces utility penalties

• Improved Voltage Stability:
  – Helps maintain consistent voltage levels across systems

• Compact and Safe:
  – Space-saving design with built-in protection

• Durable Performance:
  – Withstands electrical and thermal stress in harsh conditions

• Easy Maintenance:
  – No need for complex servicing due to self-healing properties

Typical Users:

• Electrical engineers and consultants

• Industrial plant operators

• Panel builders and OEMs

• Facility maintenance teams

• Energy management professionals