What is PFC?

[Cheesetogo]

I was looking at this power supply, and it said it is passive pfc, but what is pfc? Also, I don't see how many amps are on the 12V rail, where do I check that?

 

[imported_fatal]

PFC (power factor correction; also known as power factor controller) is a feature included in some computer and other power supply boxes that reduces the amount of reactive power generated by a computer. Reactive power operates at right angles to true power and energizes the magnetic field. Reactive power has no real value for an electronic device, but electric companies charge for both true and reactive power resulting in unnecessary charges. PFC is a required feature for power supplies shipped to Europe.

 

[PhoenixOrion]

1. PFC Linky

2. output: +12V1: 15A, +12V2: 15A.

 

[UsandThem]

Search is your friend

 

[kranky]

Originally posted by: Cheesetogo
Also, I don't see how many amps are on the 12V rail, where do I check that?

It says "Output: +3.3V@30A, +5V@28A, +12V1@15A, +12V2@15A, -12V@0.5A, +5Vsb@2.0A"

It's a dual-rail PSU with 15A on each 12V rail.

 

[LTC8K6]

It's a marketing term largely when used with computer power supplies. It's not necessary and may be unwanted on a computer PS.

 

[Cheesetogo]

COuld this power sli?

 

[Algere]

See here

 

[MrControversial]

Glad you asked that question. I thought it stood for Powerful enough to Fry a Chicken.