Why Inductive Load Is Lagging?

In circuits with primarily inductive loads, current lags the voltage. This happens because in an inductive load, it is the induced electromotive force that causes the current to flow. ... The induced electromotive force is caused by a change in the magnetic flux linking the coils of an inductor.

Are inductive loads lagging?

For inductive loads (e.g. induction motors, coils, lamps), the current lags behind the voltage, thus having a lagging power factor. For capacitive loads (Synchronous condensers, capacitor banks) , the current leads the voltage, thus having a leading power factor.

Is inductive power factor leading or lagging?

For inductive loads (e.g. induction motors, coils, lamps), the current lags behind the voltage, thus having a lagging power factor. For capacitive loads (Synchronous condensers, capacitor banks) , the current leads the voltage, thus having a leading power factor.