White Papers
Eaton's white papers demonstrate how our technology solutions can best address your needs and solve your most pressing business problems.
| Title | Publication Date
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Type | Size |
| Capacitor Application Issues
Capacitors provide well-known benefits to electric power systems. These benefits include power factor correction, voltage support, release of system capacity, and reduced system losses. |
11/17/2011 |
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330 KB |
| UPS Basics
An uninterruptible power system (UPS) is the central component of any well-designed power protection architecture. This white paper provides an introductory overview of what a UPS is and what kinds of UPS are available, as well as a comprehensive guide to selecting the right UPS and accessories for your needs. |
10/18/2011 |
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1.0 MB |
| Fault Characteristics in Electrical Equipment
Proper design and installation of electrical equipment minimizes the chance of electrical faults. Faults occur when the insulation system is compromised and current is allowed to flow through an unintentional path. |
9/19/2011 |
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2.2 MB |
| Realizing energy savings in water processing applications using medium voltage adjustable frequency drives
Why uptime and energy efficiency matter in water processing |
8/24/2011 |
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375 KB |
| The ABCs of small hydro upgrade and automation
By Ian Peacock (Eaton) and Kevin Mahoney (Casco Systems) |
6/30/2011 |
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736 KB |
| A Step Closer Toward Maintenance-Free Gear
This paper will describe a breakthrough patented method of directly calculating conductor and pressure-junction impedance, resistance, and reactance using the noisy harmonic-laden switching-transient-laced (in other words, normal) load current flowing through an electrical distribution system. |
6/13/2011 |
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652 KB |
| Next Generation Operator Interfaces Shorten OEM Time To Market
Operator interfaces accelerate time to market while enhancing machine functionality, quality, and reliability. |
6/10/2011 |
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241 KB |
| Increasing Uptime and Efficiency with Switched PDUs
This paper provides a brief introduction to rack Switched PDUs and describes two underappreciated yet powerful ways to take advantage of their advanced functionality. |
5/19/2011 |
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280 KB |
| Overcoming Eight Common Power Management Challenges
How intelligent, logical and complete power management solutions provide relief for some of today’s worst power-related headaches. |
2/10/2011 |
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940 KB |
| Maximizing UPS Availability
A comparative assessment of UPS designs and deployment configurations for the high-availability data center. |
1/04/2011 |
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484 KB |
| Arc Flash Safety in 400V Data Centers
Strategies for protecting employees from underappreciated yet potentially deadly hazards. |
12/22/2010 |
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250 KB |
| Clarifications on the use of Department of Energy Design-Line 6, 7, and 8 transformers contained within 10 CFR 430 and 431, Energy Conservation Program for Commercial Equipment: Distribution Transformers Energy Conservation Standards
Purpose: To provide guidance to engineers regarding the efficiency levels of low voltage, dry-type distribution transformers and use of the Department of Energy Design-Lines 6, 7, 8 contained within 10 CFR 430 and 431. |
12/20/2010 |
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547 KB |
| Optimizing your Infrastructure for Cloud Computing
This white paper examines some of the forces behind rising adoption of cloud-based solutions, explores how cloud architectures impact data centers and discusses a series of concrete practices and technologies that can help companies collect the benefits of cloud computing without compromising uptime or overwhelming their power and cooling systems. |
8/31/2010 |
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578 KB |
| Evaluating Efficiency and Losses of Various Circuit Protective Devices (Overvew)
This paper discusses a test program that quantified those losses for several typical fuses and circuit breakers. The results of this effort show that protective systems using switch and fuse were found to be less energy-efficient compared with equivalently sized circuit breakers when carrying the same load. |
8/05/2010 |
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347 KB |
| Evaluating Efficiency and Losses of Various Circuit Protective Devices (Detailed)
This paper discusses a test program that quantified those losses for several typical fuses and circuit breakers. The results of this effort show that protective systems using switch and fuse were found to be less energy-efficient compared with equivalently sized circuit breakers when carrying the same load. |
8/05/2010 |
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3.5 MB |
| Is power protection costing you more than it should?
Multi-mode UPSs from different manufacturers vary considerably in how they work, the level of protection they can offer, and their true efficiency under real-world load levels. This white paper looks at fivequestions you need to ask before selecting a high-efficiency, multi-mode UPS for your data center. |
7/02/2010 |
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146 KB |
| Demand Response! Power FROM the People
According to Dave Loucks, Eaton’s solutions manager, who specified the functionality of the Demand Response dashboard for Eaton’s Power Xpert Metering and Software, “The data we got from Power Xpert also allowed for extensive diagnostics to better understand key contributors to the power curtailment.” |
6/11/2010 |
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1.4 MB |
| UPS Service Plans: How to Maximize Your Returns
This white paper explores key issues to consider when selecting a UPS service offering and service provider. It also examines some of the top features to look for when evaluating UPS service plans, and discusses the importance of supplementing emergency assistance with preventive maintenance. |
5/25/2010 |
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310 KB |
| Unleashing Stranded Power and Cooling from New and Existing Data Centers
This white paper examines the underlying roots of today’s power and cooling crisis in data centers and outlines five steps that businesses can take to support intensifying IT requirements economically. |
4/30/2010 |
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1.7 MB |
| Optimizing Power Distribution for High-Density Computing
This white paper shows why 30 amp (30A) three-phase circuits and 30A three-phase PDUs meet the IT demands more efficiently than comparable 20A and 50A alternatives. It also explains why utilizing 30A three-phase circuits and PDUs today puts you in the best position to handle future power capacity needs. |
4/22/2010 |
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313 KB |
