Power Inverter Reviews

1000 Watt Inverter

2012-01-02T08:08:00.001-08:00

We had gone discussing about power inverters through this blog, and perhaps you are now thinking to buy one for yourself. As we go through, please be reminded that we have different watt inverter models to choose from. So, before you decided to purchase one, make sure that you are fully aware of all the different features, capability and benefits of each device model.

Let's start with 1000 Watt Inverter. 12 DC to AC 1000 Watts Inverter is a remarkably reliable power solution for contractors, travelers and those individuals with great demand in portable AC power. As you go on the road, this device gives you the flexibility to take all your equipments ease of worry for power source.

How can we ensure that this equipment can keep us running while we are out-and-about? Well, this require us to keep an eye in the inverter important features. First, it must employ highly efficient internal electronics to convert 12-volt DC power to standard 120-volt household AC electricity. Know exactly its featured peak power and capacity. Take note that the amount and capacity of your batteries imply the expected time that your devices will run.

For your advantage, 1000 watt inverter can handle home electronics, recreational vehicles, portable devices and construction machines like drill, jigsaws, work lights, etc. It can also be use in computers, printers, monitors, fax machines and emergency backup power. As per its quality, we might need to choose between using a pure sine inverter or a modified one. Let us know what's the difference between the two.

Basically, there are two types of a sine wave inverter, modified and pure sine inverter. (We had discussed pure sine inverter review from our previous post, so you might like to check this out. ) Differentiating the two, we are more likely to compromise between the quality and price. Modified sine wave inverter is usually more portable, lighter and in lower cost while pure sine wave inverters are tended to last longer and provide a clean and pure source of AC power. This is a better choice for your appliances demand especially for sensitive electronic gadgets such as laptops, medical machines, etc. However, pure sine inverter is considered more expensive that modified one, basically due to its performance and quality. For your reference in pricing and product features, you can check DCACpower.com.

Now you have basic awareness with regards to this device, so before you buy the product be sure to check first its features, capacity, specification, applications as well as the cables included. Enjoy shopping!

DC Power

2011-12-13T12:01:00.000-08:00

Most of the time, we made use of our devices at home not knowing how exactly it works. Have you ever wondered how electric current works to operate our home power appliances? Well, this is through a power inverter. As we all know, electricity comes in two charges, alternating current and direct current. To recall yourself, you can check our previous post about AC power to understand further.

Electric device like a power converter changes the flow of the charge from the direct current to alternating current. Direct current or also known as DC Power is an electrical charge that travels one-way or in constant direction. This is usually produced by power sources like batteries, solar cells, thermocouples, etc.

DC energy stored in such sources like batteries are ready to use in an electrical appliance, but in cases that the power from the battery needed is alternating current, this is when a dc to ac inverter is required. On the other hand, if we need to convert ac to dc power, rectifier is needed.

Now you have the basic knowledge about DC power and how electric devices manipulate it in order operates our home appliances. Well, thanks for these devices as they made our living more convenient as possible.

AC Power

2011-12-12T08:42:00.000-08:00

While seeking for power inverter reviews through this blog, you'll surely encounter about AC Power. Aside from considering the product's quality available in the market, we must also understand and be familiar with various terms used in product's features, labels and standards.

AC is commonly used term in connection with inverters. Alternating current or AC is a kind of electric current that has a constant voltage yet constantly changes position between negative and positive polarities. A wave is often used to represent this kind of electric flow.

Residential homes in United States usually used 120 volts and 60Hz alternating current as the most common power source to support their power appliances like incandescent light bulbs, toasters and certain televisions. On the other hand, some appliance in our modern home is set up to use dc or to invert AC to DC power. In such cases, it is very important to use a power inverter to converts alternating to direct current.

Electrical device that converts AC to DC is also known as a rectifier. This is often served as a component of DC power supplies and high-voltage dc power transmission systems. Basic example is the detectors of radio signals, which serve as rectifiers. Be noted that rectifier circuits may be classified into Half-Wave rectifiers and Full-Wave rectifiers depending on how they work and manipulate the incoming AC wave.

Finally, we became familiar with AC power and the significant devices used to manipulate and convert this current for our best benefits. Our next stop is to learn more about DC Power.

3000 Watts Royal Power PI3000

2011-11-25T10:41:00.001-08:00

12v DC to AC Power Inverter by Royal Power. This is a modified sine wave, comes prepackaged with battery cables and wireless remote.

5000 Watts Royal Power Inverter PIC5000

2011-11-25T10:14:00.000-08:00

12v DC to AC 5000 Watts Power inverter made by Royal Power. Features, built in transfer switch and 50amp charger. Model included should come prepackaged with battery cables, wireless remote, and hardwire cord.

12v Power Inverter Review

2011-10-27T14:04:00.000-07:00

I'm sure you've landed into this post because you are looking for a 12v power inverter review. Well then, here's a review about 12v inverter. This is a device that lets you convert 12v DC(direct current) to AC(alternating current) at any frequency and voltage depending on the switching, transformers, and control circuits. There are different kinds of 12v inverters, which are distinguished between the distinction of the quality of power that it produces.

There are three inverter output waveform that a 12v inverter may produce such as square sine wave, modified sine wave, and the pure sine wave. Modified sine wave inverters and pure sine wave inverters are the most common kinds of inverter that can be seen on the market. However, here's the information that you need to know about these three waveforms.

Square Sine Wave – Also known as “square wave”. An inverter that produces a square wave interferes with other nearby circuits and causes noise and errors. Sensitive gadgets are not advisable to use with this kind of inverter for it may not function or the worst case, it could even be permanently be damaged. If you use this type of 12v inverter on a radio or television, you will hear and see lots of static reactions.

Modified Sine Wave – This output is a bit similar to square sine wave. However, inverters that produce this type of waveform imitate pure sine inverter and work fine on most electronic devices excluding sensitive devices such as laser printer, audio devices, and lighting. It is quite cleaner than the first waveform as the output goes to zero volts before switching positive or negative.

Pure Sine Wave – Most clean and noise-free electricity, these are only some of the good traits of a pure sine wave. Inverters that produce a pure sine wave (see pure sine wave inverter review) have the output that is essentially the same on the electricity that we use on our house. This makes it the most compatible with any AC electronic device. It is also the most expensive kind of power inverter.

There you have it. I hope you learned something from this 12v inverter review. Next stop on my power inverter reviews, I'll discuss about DC (direct current).

Pure Sine Inverter Review

2011-09-21T13:32:00.002-07:00

Here, for my first power inverter review, I'm going to share with you my pure sine inverter review. This kind of power inverter has the highest quality of the inverter. Normally, it has higher prices than the usual power inverters like 12v inverters. It is also known as “True Sine Wave Inverter” that produces almost the same as the quality of the power provided for your home utility at your house. Compared to modified one, this kind of inverter is capable of supplying power even to most sensitive electrical gadgets.

How To Know If I Need Pure Sine Inverter

Devices that sense either zero crossings (middle wave) or voltage peaks (top wave) require a Pure Sine Inverter. It also includes devices that might be sensitive with electrical frequency interference. A one good example of this kind of device is Ham radio or CB radio that experiences RF (radio frequency) noise when used in modified inverters. Any electrical device that regulates RF signals on an AC line will not work or even worst case, it might be damaged.

Price Range

I'm quite sure you'd like to know how much does this kind of inverter probably worth. Pure Sine Power Inverters have normally higher prices than modified inverters. It usually goes up to three times the price of a modified power inverter. It sounds pretty expensive right? It was actually not, as it depends on the capacity of the inverter that you want and need according to your usage. Prices commonly ranges for around $190 - $1600.

There you go, those are the basic information you need to know regarding to a pure sine power inverter. On the next posts here in my review on power inverters, I'll discuss some of the important details regarding to 12v inverters.

3000 Watts Royal Power Inverter PIC3000

2011-05-22T09:31:00.000-07:00

12v dc to ac power inverter. 3000 watts power inverter. Includes built in transfer switch and 20amp charger. Comes prepackaged with battery cables and AC cord.

2000 Watts Inverter by Royal Power

2011-03-18T07:49:00.000-07:00

This is a 2000 Watts inverter, 4000 watts peak modified sine wave inverter. From the manufacturer it comes prepackaged with battery cables, wireless remote, and AC cord for the charger.

The charger is a 20amp charger, and the transfer switch works in under 1second, which is very fast for an inverter with one built in. It has 3 AC outlets, and led lights to monitor the battery charging and transfer switch functioning. This modified sine wave inverter is classified one of the high standard power inverters.

Power Jack 5000 watts

2010-10-25T11:00:00.000-07:00

12v 5000 watt continuous, 87% efficiency. Modified Sine wave.

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2010-10-24T13:23:00.000-07:00

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