Automatic Capacitor

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-002458",
  "term": "Automatic Capacitor",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Automated Capacitors can increase the voltage on a distribution circuit by providing reactive power (often referred to as volt-amperes-reactive or VArs). Capacitor banks are switched in discrete steps, either manually, or in response to the voltage at the location where they are connected. Typically, distribution capacitor banks are switched in a single step.",
  "references": [
    "DOE Federal Smart Grid Initiatives Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/automatic-capacitor/"
}