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electrical:generator [2023/09/23 13:17] frater_secessus [charging batteries] |
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===== inverter generators ===== | ===== inverter generators ===== | ||
- | Standard generators run the engine at a specific speed to output | + | Standard generators run the engine at a specific speed to get a stable |
- | [[https://amzn.to/46oVNLI|Inverter generators]] adjust engine output to meet power demand, and run a more complex/$$ AC->DC-> AC process to ensure steady | + | > Typically, a United States portable generator runs at 3600 RPM, with 2 poles, for a design frequency of 60Hz.((https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/ |
- | As a result //at lower power levels// inverter generators | + | Things that affect RPM (load changes, etc) will affect the output and can cause " |
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+ | * inverter vs standard generators are unrelated to [[electrical: | ||
+ | * Due to their different internal design inverter generators are often much lighter for the same output rating. | ||
===== etiquette ===== | ===== etiquette ===== | ||
It is common to leave generators quiet in times of darkness, and to not run them when close to other campers. | It is common to leave generators quiet in times of darkness, and to not run them when close to other campers. | ||
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===== cooling ===== | ===== cooling ===== | ||
- | Most portable generators used by ' | + | Most portable generators used by ' |
The generator should be placed in shade((like under a tree)) when possible to keep it from heating up further from direct sun. | The generator should be placed in shade((like under a tree)) when possible to keep it from heating up further from direct sun. |