Converting Direct Current (DC) to Alternating Current (AC)
Inverter: Converting Direct Current (DC) to Alternating Current (AC)
The DC to AC inverter is designed to operate electrical devices and power tools that run on alternating current (usually 220-240Vac) using direct current power sources, such as batteries (typically 12, 24, or 48Vdc) or solar panels. The inverter is also intended for charging electrical devices in vehicles.
The main differences between inverters are in their output power (Watt) and the characteristics of the electrical waveform they produce. These are divided into two main types:
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Pure or True Sine Wave Power Inverter: This type of inverter produces a pure sine wave output and is available in a variety of power ratings suitable for all applications.
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Modified Sine Wave Power Inverters: These inverters produce a waveform similar to a pure sine wave (square wave) and are available in various power ratings suitable for operating electrical and electronic equipment. However, square wave inverters cannot operate motors and compressors and are not intended for use with audio systems.
In the first category that produces a pure sine wave, there are two types of inverters:
- Inverters that generate electricity from a source such as a battery, which is used to convert electrical voltage in locations where there is no accessible power grid (from the electricity company), such as camping areas or for professionals who need electricity to operate electrical tools at 220VAC from their vehicle's battery at various job sites where grid power is not available.
The second type of inverter that produces a pure sine wave belongs to the category of inverters that generate alternating current (AC) from solar voltage sources (green energy production). This category is further divided into two types:
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ON GRID Inverter: This inverter connects to solar panels that produce direct current (DC) at its input. After converting the current to alternating current (AC), it connects to the national power grid (to the electricity company). This effectively allows users to "generate electricity" at a private power station and serves as a solution for entrepreneurs interested in investing in such a project for profit (selling electricity to the electricity company) or for green power solutions.
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OFF GRID Inverter: This inverter is intended for connection to an independent solar system that is not connected to the electricity grid. It is designed for installation in remote or isolated locations where the national power grid does not reach. This type of inverter is typically connected to battery systems for storing excess electricity (during the day) and allows for the use of this electricity during the night (dark hours) when there is no possibility of generating power from the sun.
In summary, the range of applications for the inverter converting direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC) is vast and includes numerous options for utilizing energy from various sources for personal needs. Customers can choose from a variety of inverter types with different power ratings based on their requirements.
Here are the main uses for a voltage inverter:
- Available Electricity: To power various devices such as tools for professionals from their personal vehicles.
- Mobile Office: In vehicles for operating laptops and printers.
- Camping Electricity: For camping, caravans, and outdoor activities.
- Electricity in Security Vehicles: For command posts and similar operations.
- Backup Power Systems: In combination with generators.
- Electricity for Watercraft: Used in boats and marine applications.
- Electrical Systems for Isolated Buildings: In locations without access to the power grid.
- Independent Solar Homes: For self-sufficient solar-powered houses.
- Establishing Power Stations: By entrepreneurs to sell electricity to the electricity company.
Advice Electronics imports and markets a full range of inverters for a wide variety of applications. Advice Electronics has an engineering team that provides solutions for all applications.
For more details: Dani Damarar
Sales - Advice Electronics Ltd.
Tel: 03-9000910
Mobile: 052-2805512
Email: dani@advice.co.il