Power Quality Score™
Electronic device rating that makes sense
- Devices tested: 489
- Average PQS: 102
- PQS distribution:
What is PQS?
PQS is a 0 to 200 rating of efficiency, Power Factor and Total Harmonic Distortion – like MPG for power electronics. A high PQS means that the product is using all of its energy effectively. A low PQS means the product is wasting energy.
By using PQS to select effective and efficient electronic devices throughout a residence or commercial facility, we estimate a 10% reduction in energy demand, thereby reducing carbon footprint while saving money.
PQS is for...
Consultants
Understanding the power quality of the devices
plugged or wired into your buildings
Government Agencies
Creating measurable product guidelines
and KPI’s for policy
Manufacturers
Benchmarking the performance
of your products
Utilities
Understanding power consumption
at the device level across grids
What do we test?
- USB Power Adapter
- Generic Power Adapter
- Power Supply
- Laptop Power Adapter
- Lighting Dimmer
- Lighting Controller
- Professional Equipment - Amplifier
- Small Transformer
- Battery Charger
- Portable Fan
- Portable Air Conditioner
- Portable Air Compressor
- Humidifier
- Dehumidifier
- Air Cleaner
- Residential Range Hood
- Ventilation Equipment (Vent Fan)
- Desktop Computer
- Laptop Computer
- Computer Monitor
- Printer/Scanner/Combo
- Network Equipment
- Kitchen Appliances
- Mains Powered Tools
- Non-Dimmable Light Bulbs
- Smart Light Bulbs
- Dimmable Light Bulbs
- Non-Dimmable Lighting Fixtures
- Dimmable Lighting Fixtures
- Small Electrical Appliances
- Audio Visual Equipment
- Professional Equipment - Non-Amplifying
- Home Automation Equipment
- Bathroom Appliances
- Portable Electric Space Heater
- Medical Equipment
- Industrial Fan Equipment
- Small Computer Servers
- Refrigerator and Freezers
- Powered Exercise Equipment
- Light Bulb Incandescent – Tungsten
- Light Bulb Incandescent – Halogen
- Light Bulb Compact Fluorescent
- Light Bulb Fluorescent