Schneider VPL12N | Power Factor controller – VarPlus Logic – VPL 12

Schneider VPL12N | Power Factor controller – VarPlus Logic – VPL 12

Product Overview: Schneider VPL12N Power Factor Controller – VarPlus Logic VPL 12

The Schneider Electric VPL12N is a VarPlus Logic VPL 12 power factor controller, engineered to regulate reactive power by automatically controlling capacitor banks. With 12 output steps, it provides precise compensation and optimized energy efficiency in demanding electrical systems.

Key Features:

• Brand: Schneider Electric

• Series: VarPlus Logic

• Model Number: VPL12N

• Type: Power Factor Controller

• Model Name: VPL 12

• Display: Digital LCD with navigation keys

Technical Specifications:

• Number of Steps: 12 output control steps

• Power Supply Voltage: Typically 230 V AC (confirm via datasheet)

• Control Logic: Intelligent step switching algorithm

• Display Language: Multi-language interface

• Mounting Type: Panel-mounted

• Communication: RS-485 Modbus (on selected versions)

• Ambient Temperature Range: Suitable for industrial environments

• Protection Features: Harmonic distortion detection, voltage limits, and alarm settings

Functional Features:

• Automatic Step Switching:
  – Adjusts capacitor steps based on real-time reactive power measurement

• Alarm Management:
  – Detects anomalies like over-voltage or over-compensation

• Auto/Manual Control:
  – Operator flexibility for various system needs

• Self-Diagnostics:
  – Built-in system health checks for reliability

• Data Logging:
  – Operational records for easy maintenance and troubleshooting

Applications:

• Large-scale industrial power factor correction panels

• Commercial facilities with dynamic reactive loads

• Energy-saving projects

• Heavy machinery operations

• Power distribution systems requiring precision compensation

Benefits:

• Enhanced Energy Efficiency:
  – Minimizes reactive power consumption and improves system power factor

• Cost Reduction:
  – Helps avoid utility penalties due to poor power factor

• User-Friendly Interface:
  – Simple setup and real-time monitoring

• Flexible Integration:
  – Easily connects with new or existing capacitor banks

• High Performance:
  – Stable operation under various load and voltage conditions

Typical Industries:

• Manufacturing and processing plants

• HVAC systems

• Hospitals and data centers

• Mining and metals

• Commercial and institutional buildings