How does an inverter work?
The task of the inverter is to convert DC to AC. It takes up the incoming DC current, uses oscillators to increase the frequency of the signal. Here oscillators are basically the transistors( MOSFETs and BJTs). After this the improved DC is passed to transformer. The transformer steps up the signal and improves the waveform so as to produce AC output. Meanwhile filters filter out the frequencies so that the appropriate output is generated.
Introduction to Inverters
Current is defined as the flow of electrons. It is denoted by I and the SI unit of current is Ampere. There are mainly two types of currents: Alternating Current (AC) and Direct Current (DC). In general AC is used to travel over long distances and users require DC.
So, there are many devices that are used to convert incoming Alternating current to Direct Current. Examples include SMPS, Power Adapters, Chargers etc. But we also need devices that convert Direct Current to Alternating Current.
Table of Content
- What is an Inverter?
- Components of an Inverter
- Types of Inverters
- How does an inverter work?
- Characteristics of Inverter
- Applications of Inverter
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Inverter
- Precautions for using an Inverter