There are many ways to express and label units of power and electricity. Sometimes you see watts, volts, amperes, or amps, and other times, you see kVA. What is kVA, and what does it mean on a solid-state generator or other similar devices?What Does kVA Mean? Simply...
Different regions throughout the world use various levels of frequency. However, the worldwide standard for aerospace and aviation remains at 400hz. Using 400hz as a global standard is essential because the higher frequency helps aircraft save on fuel and have a...
When you’re looking at designing a power system, you’ll often find references of 50Hz and 60Hz frequency systems. Both are popular systems for producing power, but you’ll need to learn the differences between them to make educated decisions for your own systems. To...
Sometimes when you buy a new appliance or electronic device, you may notice a marking on it that says UL, CE, or CSA. Every now and then, these markings have different variations, which have their own meanings. When understanding the difference between UL, CE, and CSA...
Some people might notice that the United States operates on a different frequency from many other countries. Whether you’re operating on an industrial scale or buying a power adaptor for an overseas trip, the difference in these frequencies is noticeable. But why does...
Electrical noise is typically caused by a change in a device’s voltage or current that results in fluctuations. Whether the noise causes the voltage to rise or fall, these changes are often minimal and pose little threat. However, larger amounts of electrical noise...
Many businesses that utilize technology internationally incorporate frequency converters. A converter is an integral part of day-to-day business and converts electrical frequencies from one to another to use devices safely between different regions. If you notice any...
Variable frequency drives are available as AC, DC, and Servo drives. These different drives work for both small and large compressors. In fact, they are essential in the function of compressors. If you are a part of the frequency converter world, consider how VFDs...
A frequency converter is an electric device that converts one frequency current to another. Typically, these converters regulate the speeds of motors for driving a pump and fan. The two main types of converters include rotary and solid-state frequency converters....
If you’re interested in a variable motor drive, or VFD, then you may have some misconceptions floating around in your head. Let’s dive a little deeper and debunk common myths about VFDs.Myth: VFDs Equal High Costs A common misconception about VFDs is that they’re...
