Inrush Devices on Residential Distribution Feeders

Residential devices that commonly demand high-inrush-power during startup on the distribution system are not new to electric utilities. What is new however is the mass deployment of such devices on the distribution grid due to government incentives and increased desire by the public for energy efficiency. These devices include but are not limited to the following: air conditioners, heat pumps, various types of commercial compressors, power tools, and on-de...
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