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Old 19-08-08, 06:50
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Hi BOB

I noticed the details

6kva 0.85 PF 50 cycles. 230v 26.1amps.

I think looking at 0.85 PF .. the PF means Power Factor ? Somebody may know more ... explain . The lower the PF number the more efficient the generator is .

From memory , the Power Factor is a number that tells you the power wasted in the reactive components of the generator or AC load ... inductance and capacitance ...

Mike
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