{"id":1868,"date":"2026-07-05T08:59:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-05T00:59:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/blog\/what-is-a-static-var-compensator\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T12:01:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T04:01:29","slug":"what-is-a-static-var-compensator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/ru\/blog\/what-is-a-static-var-compensator\/","title":{"rendered":"\u0427\u0442\u043e \u0442\u0430\u043a\u043e\u0435 \u043a\u043e\u043c\u043f\u0435\u043d\u0441\u0430\u0442\u043e\u0440 \u0440\u0435\u0430\u043a\u0442\u0438\u0432\u043d\u043e\u0439 \u043c\u043e\u0449\u043d\u043e\u0441\u0442\u0438? \u041f\u0440\u0430\u043a\u0442\u0438\u0447\u0435\u0441\u043a\u043e\u0435 \u0432\u0432\u0435\u0434\u0435\u043d\u0438\u0435"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"cnbyg-article\" style=\"max-width:820px;margin:0 auto;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">A <strong>static var compensator<\/strong> (SVC) is power-electronic or switched-capacitor equipment that regulates reactive power to support voltage on AC networks. This guide focuses on practical evaluation steps for U.S. industrial and commercial buyers\u2014measurement, documentation, and lifecycle support\u2014not generic marketing claims. Where equipment selection is involved, cross-check public specifications on cnbygele.com and confirm project-specific limits with your utility or consulting engineer. Section checklists can be reused as RFQ attachments and commissioning handover outlines.<\/p>\n<nav style=\"background:#f7f9fb;border:1px solid #e3e8ee;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 18px;margin:0 0 24px;\">\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>On this page<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 18px 1.2em;line-height:1.7;\">\n<li style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\"><a href=\"#part-1-core-function\">Part 1. Core Function<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\"><a href=\"#part-2-common-implementations\">Part 2. Common Implementations<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\"><a href=\"#part-3-application-examples\">Part 3. Application Examples<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\"><a href=\"#part-4-documentation-and-handover-checklist\">Part 4. Documentation and Handover Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\"><a href=\"#part-5-commissioning-monitoring-and-long-term-op\">Part 5. Commissioning, Monitoring, and Long-Term Operations<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<figure style=\"margin:26px 0;text-align:center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:640px;width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0 auto;border-radius:8px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/what-is-a-static-var-compensator-cover-4.webp\" alt=\"Static var compensator concept illustration for power systems\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"part-1-core-function\" style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">Part 1. Core Function<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">SVC equipment supplies leading or lagging reactive power to maintain voltage within acceptable bands.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Power quality projects succeed when measurement, design, and procurement stay aligned across owner, consultant, and panel builder roles.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Document nominal voltage, available fault level, and ambient conditions before final equipment selection.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Use conservative language for performance claims until site-specific studies confirm targets.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Capture nameplate data, single-line drawings, and utility interconnection rules in the RFQ package to reduce back-and-forth during technical review.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">If your site mixes linear motors and nonlinear electronics, treat harmonic and reactive targets as linked requirements rather than separate purchases.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Define acceptance criteria before shipment\u2014power factor, step response, or THD at agreed load points\u2014so commissioning disputes are less likely.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tip-box\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #2e7d32;background:#f3faf4;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Voltage support is especially important on weak feeders and long distribution lines.<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"part-2-common-implementations\" style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">Part 2. Common Implementations<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Modern plants often deploy <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/product\/svg-static-var-generators-2\/\">static var generators (SVG)<\/a> for continuous control.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Compare total installed cost including reactors, controllers, enclosures, and commissioning\u2014not equipment list price alone.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Internal links to <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/product\/svg-static-var-generators-2\/\">SVG product line<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/product\/bsmjparallel-series-self-healing-low-voltage-parallel-capacitors\/\">low-voltage capacitor banks<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/product\/ahf-active-harmonic-filter-harmonic-control-2\/\">active harmonic filters<\/a> help buyers navigate related product categories on cnbygele.com.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Lead times and MOQ vary by configuration; confirm in quotation for export shipments.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Capture nameplate data, single-line drawings, and utility interconnection rules in the RFQ package to reduce back-and-forth during technical review.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">If your site mixes linear motors and nonlinear electronics, treat harmonic and reactive targets as linked requirements rather than separate purchases.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Define acceptance criteria before shipment\u2014power factor, step response, or THD at agreed load points\u2014so commissioning disputes are less likely.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 20px;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Type<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Technology<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Speed<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">TCR\/TSC<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Thyristor switched<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Fast<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">SVG<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">IGBT-based<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Very fast<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Mechanical switched caps<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Contactors<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Stepwise<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<figure style=\"margin:26px 0;text-align:center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:640px;width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0 auto;border-radius:8px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/what-is-a-static-var-compensator-body-4.webp\" alt=\"static var compensator \u2014 CNBYG product in industrial power facility (illustrative)\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"part-3-application-examples\" style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">Part 3. Application Examples<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Steel mills, ports, commercial buildings with elevators, and solar\/wind interconnection points benefit from SVC support.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Post-commissioning, schedule periodic verification of power factor, THD, and temperature rise at key buses.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Keep spare fuses, contactors, or modules identified in the maintenance plan.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Submit project parameters via <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/contact-us\/\">CNBYG contact<\/a> for engineering feedback on fit and documentation.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Capture nameplate data, single-line drawings, and utility interconnection rules in the RFQ package to reduce back-and-forth during technical review.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">If your site mixes linear motors and nonlinear electronics, treat harmonic and reactive targets as linked requirements rather than separate purchases.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Define acceptance criteria before shipment\u2014power factor, step response, or THD at agreed load points\u2014so commissioning disputes are less likely.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tip-box\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #2e7d32;background:#f3faf4;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Keep as-built single-line diagrams updated after any feeder changes.<\/div>\n<div class=\"warning-box\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #f9a825;background:#fffbf0;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> SVC rating must match worst-case reactive demand and allowable voltage deviation.<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"part-4-documentation-and-handover-checklist\" style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">Part 4. Documentation and Handover Checklist<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Industrial acceptance should not rely on energization alone\u2014documentation proves ratings, safety, and maintainability for the next maintenance cycle.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Use the tables below as a starting RFQ checklist; your utility or EPC contract may require additional items.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">For product-specific datasheets, cross-check <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/product\/svg-static-var-generators-2\/\">related CNBYG product pages<\/a> and request any missing type test excerpts.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Align factory acceptance tests with items your insurer or utility interconnection agreement may require.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">When comparing quotations, normalize currency, Incoterms, and included commissioning services before ranking suppliers.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 20px;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Document \/ item<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Purpose<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">When to request<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Factory type test report<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Verify rated voltage, kvar, and temperature rise<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Before purchase order<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Single-line diagram template<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Panel layout and protection coordination<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Design phase<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Communication register map<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">BMS\/SCADA integration<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Before FAT\/SAT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Spare parts list (5+ year)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Lifecycle planning<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Contract negotiation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Commissioning checklist<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Acceptance testing<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Before energization<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0 0 20px;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Application<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Load behavior<\/th>\n<th style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;background:#f4f7fa;text-align:left;\">Typical approach<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Welding \/ crane halls<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Fast reactive swings<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">SVG or hybrid dynamic compensation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Data center UPS<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Mixed harmonic + reactive<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Study first; may combine APF + controlled compensation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Renewable coupling<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Variable generation<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Coordinate with inverter settings and grid code<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Stable motor plant<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Moderate step loads<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #d9e1e8;padding:9px 12px;vertical-align:top;\">Capacitor bank + controller may suffice<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"tip-box\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #2e7d32;background:#f3faf4;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Store factory test reports with the panel serial number for future warranty claims.<\/div>\n<div class=\"tip-box\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #2e7d32;background:#f3faf4;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Confirm imperial and metric dimensions if shipping to mixed-design sites.<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"part-5-commissioning-monitoring-and-long-term-op\" style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">Part 5. Commissioning, Monitoring, and Long-Term Operations<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Commissioning should verify that reactive and harmonic targets are met at the point of common coupling, not only at the compensation cabinet terminals.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Functional tests typically include step response, power factor at defined load points, and harmonic readings compared to contract or IEEE 519 guidance where applicable.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Monitoring after energization helps catch hunting, unexpected resonance, or capacitor cell failures before they affect production uptime.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Train maintenance staff on lockout\/tagout, discharge timing for capacitors, and which alarms require immediate shutdown versus scheduled service.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Schedule a post-warranty review to reassess load changes\u2014production line upgrades often change compensation needs within three to five years.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Utility account managers can clarify whether PF adjustments affect demand charges only, energy charges, or both\u2014align KPIs before writing acceptance tests.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Keep a spare-parts criticality list (fuses, contactors, fan assemblies, control boards) based on lead time and production impact, not catalog defaults alone.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tip-box\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #2e7d32;background:#f3faf4;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Log baseline power quality measurements after commissioning for future troubleshooting comparisons.<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">Recommended CNBYG Products<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">For project support, explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/contact-us\/\">related product line<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/solution\/power-quality-system\/\">power quality system options<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/about-us\/\">OEM\/ODM capabilities<\/a> on cnbygele.com.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:26px 0;text-align:center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:640px;width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0 auto;border-radius:8px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/what-is-a-static-var-compensator-product-3.webp\" alt=\"CNBYG svg product recommendation (illustrative scene)\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin:28px 0 10px;font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.35;\">What is a static var compensator?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">A static var compensator (SVC) is a shunt-connected FACTS device that regulates voltage by injecting or absorbing reactive power. It behaves as an automated variable impedance that brings the system closer to unity power factor.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:28px 0 10px;font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.35;\">What are the main types of SVC?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">The two common types are FC-TCR (fixed capacitor with thyristor-controlled reactor) and TSC-TCR (thyristor-switched capacitor with thyristor-controlled reactor). TSC-TCR is more flexible, needs a smaller reactor, and generates fewer harmonics.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:28px 0 10px;font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.35;\">Where are static var compensators used?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Two main settings: connected to the power system to regulate transmission voltage, and near large industrial loads (such as arc furnaces, rolling mills, and railway feeds) to improve power quality and reduce flicker.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:28px 0 10px;font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.35;\">How does an SVC compare to a STATCOM in cost?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Educational references note that an SVC generally costs less than a STATCOM. However, a STATCOM (or SVG) is inverter-based and holds output better at low voltage, so the choice depends on dynamic performance needs.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:28px 0 10px;font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.35;\">Where should an SVC be located?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">Placement affects effectiveness; references recommend locating an SVC at the load center or the midpoint of a transmission line to best support voltage.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:28px 0 10px;font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.35;\">What is the difference between transmission and industrial SVC?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">A transmission SVC regulates grid voltage on high-voltage networks, while an industrial SVC is installed near large loads to improve local power quality. The topology is similar but ratings and connection differ.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"margin:28px 0 10px;font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.35;\">Does an SVC generate active power?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\">No. It manages reactive power to support voltage and power factor; active power still comes from the grid or local generation.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin:42px 0 14px;font-size:1.35em;line-height:1.3;\">References<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 18px 1.2em;line-height:1.7;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Static_var_compensator\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wikipedia \u2014 Static VAR compensator<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/electricalworkbook.com\/static-var-compensator\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">ElectricalWorkbook \u2014 Static VAR Compensator types &#038; advantages<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/engineering\/static-var-compensators\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">ScienceDirect \u2014 Static Var Compensators (topic)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gcekjr.ac.in\/pdf\/manuals\/FACTS_Module-3.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">FACTS Module-3 (academic PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;line-height:1.7;\"><strong>Ready to discuss your project?<\/strong> Contact <a href=\"https:\/\/cnbygele.com\/contact-us\/\">CNBYG engineering support<\/a> with your voltage class, load list, and target power factor or THD goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is a static var compensator?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A static var compensator (SVC) is a shunt-connected FACTS device that regulates voltage by injecting or absorbing reactive power. 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