Is PFC really worth it?

smish

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• Feb 6, 2004

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I decided to go with a power supply with PFC (Power Factor Correction) on it. Information I've seen on it gives the idea that its a good thing to have since it protects your hardware from getting fried. Just wondering what you guys think on the subject.

 

Oklahoma Wolf

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Unless you're an industrial power customer you don't need it - has little to no effect on the output side of the PSU. Here's a thorough article on PFC: http://www.dansdata.com/gz028.htm

 

waynebike

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• Feb 6, 2004

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thanks for that article link, i never really understood PFC, but i bought one anyway

 

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• Feb 9, 2004

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haha same here, i like the PSU i got anyway, its awesome. 480w "Tru" power and 550w total. the 12v rail stays @ 12.05-12.15 under heavy, heavy usage. impressive. Oh well, I need a new PSU for my media/backup system anyway, I'll try an Antec Tru-something and compare

 

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• Feb 10, 2004

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......... off topic ........

your avatar made me laugh smish ... thanX!

 

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haha boredom mostly created my avatar, but im glad it made someone laugh!