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• What is the difference between a power converter and a power inverter?

  2023 / 11 / 10

  Power converters and power inverters are two different types of power conversion equipment. 1. Power Converter: A power converter is a device that converts electrical energy from one form to another. It can convert alternating current to direct current, or convert direct current to alternating current. Common power converters include power adapter, power transformers, etc. Power converters are often used to convert grid voltage to a voltage suitable for use by electronic devices, or to convert DC power from a battery to AC power. 2. Power Inverter: A power inverter is a device that converts DC power into AC power. It converts DC power into AC power so that DC power can be supplied to AC equipment. Power inverters are usually used in solar power generation systems, automotive electronic equipment, emergency power supplies, etc. to convert DC power into AC power. The main differences are as follows: Working principle: The power converter uses the working principle of a transformer to achieve the conversion of electrical energy by changing the voltage ratio of the input power supply and the output power supply, and the power conversion efficiency is high. The power inverter converts DC power into AC power through the working principle of high-frequency active switches and inverter transformers, and the conversion power efficiency is low. Control method: Power converters generally use pulse width m

• What is a Power Charger?

  2023 / 10 / 18

  A Power Charger is a device used to convert the power supply voltage into a voltage suitable for charging equipment, and transfer electrical energy to the charging equipment through current transmission to charge or power it. Chargers are commonly used to charge mobile devices (such as mobile phones, tablets, laptops, etc.) and can also be used to charge other types of electronic devices (such as cameras, Bluetooth headsets, power tools, etc.). A charger usually consists of a plug (for plugging into a power outlet), a converter (for converting the mains voltage to a voltage suitable for the charging device), and a connector (for connecting the charger to the charging device). The working principle of the charger is relatively simple and is mainly divided into two steps: voltage transformation and rectification. First of all, the normal power output is AC power, and the device requires DC power, so the charger needs to convert AC power into DC power. This step is voltage transformation, which is achieved by converting the input transformer. The transformer contains a magnetic coil. When the input terminal is affected by alternating current, the magnetic coil produces a magnetic field, which in turn generates a current at the output terminal. By adjusting the ratio of the turns of the input and output coils, the output voltage can be controlled. The next step is rectification, which converts the AC power into DC power. This step requires the use of a rectifier circuit to convert alternating current into current flowing in only one direction in order to power the device.

• Learn about automotive on-board inverters

  2022 / 01 / 10

  Before understanding automotive inverters, it is important to understand the difference between AC and DC power sources. In basic terms, AC power is what you get out of your home's electrical outlet, and DC power is what you get from a battery. Since car batteries provide DC voltage, but most consumer electronics use AC power, if you want to use AC equipment on the road, you need a device called a car power inverter. With a car power inverter installed, you can plug any electronic device, plug it into the car, and use it normally, with a few caveats. Some of the most important limiting factors to keep in mind when using an inverter in a car include the capacity of the car battery, the rated output of the alternator and the output power of the inverter. How does an inverter work? Inverters work by simulating alternating current (AC) power using a unidirectional DC power source. Electronic inverters are essentially oscillators that rapidly switch the polarity of the DC power supply, which effectively produces a square wave. Since most consumer electronics products require functionality closer to a true sine wave, most inverters contain additional components that produce a modified or pure sine wave. When do you need a car inverter? People who spend a lot of time on the road need inverters. These units are particularly useful for long-distance travel, camping, business travelers, off-road truck drivers, and other similar applications.