What is Harmonics in an Electrical System?

by MTE Admin | Apr 13, 2018 | Harmonic Mitigation (Line Side Issues & Solutions)

Harmonics in its simplest form is quite simply distortion, which can negatively impact an electrical system. From a technical perspective, harmonics can be best described as the shape or characteristics of a voltage or current waveform relative to its fundamental...

What are the Effects of Harmonics?

by MTE Admin | Apr 13, 2018 | Harmonic Mitigation (Line Side Issues & Solutions)

A power system’s ability to perform at optimal levels is compromised when harmonic distortion enters the system. It creates inefficiencies in equipment operations due to the increased need for power consumption. The increase of overall current required creates higher...

What Causes Harmonics?

by MTE Admin | Apr 13, 2018 | Harmonic Mitigation (Line Side Issues & Solutions)

Nonlinear loads are the primary causes of harmonics in an electrical system. Non-linear loads draw short bursts of current, which creates a situation where current is not proportional to the voltage. These loads create harmonic distortion that can have adverse effects...

Motor Bearing Protection Guide

by MTE Admin | Apr 10, 2018 | Solution Profiles

Download a PDF version of this page Download a PDF version of this page Defining the added benefits of the dV Sentry™ versus a shaft grounding brush. What’s a Shaft Grounding Brush? A common method across industries is to use a shaft grounding brush or ring to...

Harmonic Solution Guide

by MTE Admin | Apr 9, 2018 | Solution Profiles

Download a PDF version of this page Power quality solutions for line side harmonic distortion in non-linear loads What are Harmonics? Harmonics can be best described as the shape or characteristics of a voltage or current waveform relative to its fundamental...