The difference between an inverter and a non inverter generator is that the non inverter models typically use an ac generator which directly produces ac power. This requires the motor to be running at the correct rpm to get the proper ac frequency. In addition, they tend to be susceptible to sags and surges because the motor itself has to be throttled up or down based on load.
The inverter units usually use a dc generator tied to an ac inverter. This solves the problems described above but then you're at the mercy of the quality of the inverter, which can vary greatly. On Apr 8, 2015 6:40 PM, "Josh Luthman" <[email protected]> wrote: > So for example this: > > http://www.autozone.com/power-tools/portable-generator/power-pro-1000-watt-generator-no-return-on-used-generator-/290845_0_0/ > > It has a 120v outlet but doesn't have an inverter. How is that possible? > > This is $320 and says inverter: > > http://www.autozone.com/power-tools/portable-generator/generac-portable-inverter-generator/568401_0_0/ > > The big ones I have definitely work on the big APCs (1500-2200va). I > bought them in 2008? so I don't have the specs anymore. > > The site's I'd be most likely to use it would be going into a Meanwell > rectifier. > > > Josh Luthman > Office: 937-552-2340 > Direct: 937-552-2343 > 1100 Wayne St > Suite 1337 > Troy, OH 45373 > > On Wed, Apr 8, 2015 at 8:33 PM, Glen Waldrop <[email protected]> > wrote: > >> I'm not sure how picky your hardware is, but most inverters and >> generators don't put out a full sine wave. Battery backups tend to trip >> constantly, but my equipment seems to handle it fine. >> >> Full sine wave generators tend to cost a little bit more. >> >> >> >> ----- Original Message ----- >> *From:* Josh Luthman <[email protected]> >> *To:* [email protected] >> *Sent:* Wednesday, April 08, 2015 7:21 PM >> *Subject:* [AFMUG] Smaller generators with inverters >> >> Can anyone share what kind of generators they're using? I'm looking for >> something that's smaller for one person to carry. I don't need anything >> big, maybe 250 watt load at the most. Looking online I see $600 minimum. >> I'd be using this at smaller sites that don't already have a big 24 hour >> generator already so portability would be the most important feature. >> >> Josh Luthman >> Office: 937-552-2340 >> Direct: 937-552-2343 >> 1100 Wayne St >> Suite 1337 >> Troy, OH 45373 >> >> >
