Frequently asked questions
Why does the ION Meter read negative kVAR?
FAQ000191347
20 October 2021
When your ION Meter is reading negative kVAR, kindly check the Power factor value on the meter.If the power factor is leading and you have Capacitive load, it is possible to have negative kVAR reading as per IEEE standard sign convention
An example of these reading are shown below
For more information on this topic please refer to the user guide of your specific ION Meter.