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VPhase Voltage Reduction
1st Class Electrical are pleased to offer the latest voltage reduction units to help save you energy and money. Voltage reduction is the easiest way to reduce your energy costs without changing your lifestyle or electricity supplier. The voltage coming into your property is typically around 245V in the UK, but many of your appliances will actually work more efficiently and use less electricity at a much lower voltage. By reducing the incoming voltage into properties from 245V to 220V, substantial savings can be made in energy and money; up to 10% saving in electricity bills for a typical domestic property. 1st Class Electrical are able to offer full installation of voltage reduction units in domestic and commercial properties.
The voltage supplied to your home or business needs to vary to ensure that the distribution network works effectively, offering the best supply to all users at all times. Across Europe the agreed statutory range for voltages is based on 230V +/-10% (207V to 253V). In the UK our voltages have historically been higher and whilst actual levels will vary during the day they typically average at around 245V.
The majority of appliances operate more efficiently at lower voltage (but still within the European statutory range). Voltage Optimisation is the control of voltage supplied to appliances to a set level (usually 220V).
VPhase
Vphase (or voltage phase) is the first purpose designed Mains Power Optimisation System for Domestic and Small Office Properties such as pubs, small offices, clubs, warehouses, garages etc. Offering significant reductions in electricity costs whilst controlling voltages to consistent levels.
What Is VPhase?
- Reduces energy costs by up to 17% by optimising the electricity supply voltage and also reduces carbon emissions by the same amount
- Lowers maintenance costs on electric motors such as refrigerators and freezers, air conditioners, washing machines, lighting (all types) and all domestic and office electrical equipment
- Lowers operating temperatures of motors and lighting
- Prolongs the life of electrical components through reduced voltage and electrical stresses
- All VPhase units come with a 1 year Guarantee
For more information on domestic voltage reduction units please click here
VPhase Typical Energy Savings
Presented below are example energy savings achieved in VPhase testing and based upon 245V to 220V voltage reduction.
Appliances with motors and pumps – typically 15% - 20% energy saving
| "A rated freezer" | 17% energy saving |
| "A rated refrigerator" | 16% energy saving |
| 3 speed central heating pump | 15% to 18% energy saving |
Lighting – typically 10-15% energy saving
| CFL lighting | 11% energy saving |
| Incandescent bulb | 15% energy saving |
| Low voltage halogen spot lights | 15% energy saving |
Consumer electronics – typically 7%energy saving for devices in operation, 10%energy saving for devices in standby
| DAB radio | 5% energy saving |
| DECT cordless phone base station | 30% energy saving |
| ADSL modem and wireless router | 5% energy saving |
| Personal Computer | 4% energy saving |
| Hi-Fi | 13% energy saving |
Call 1st Class Electrical on 01202 604942 for more information on how you can benefit from voltage optimisation today!
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