Converting DC to AC: Basic Principles of Inverters
This article investigates the basic principles of inverters, different types of DC-to-AC conversion, and common applications for generating AC voltage in manufacturing.
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More than 730 people have received a free quote in the last 60 days. Enter details in under 3 minutes. In modern heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units, a direct current (DC) inverter is motor control technology that gives the system more control over the compressor power and speed.
An inverter is a device that converts direct current (DC), which is supplied from a battery, into alternating current (AC). A motor in an electric vehicle runs on this alternating current, which thus drives the wheels. To improve overall energy efficiency of the electric vehicle, the energy loss of the inverter should be reduced to the minimum.
Compressors in a traditional HVAC unit operate at a fixed speed — if the system is on, the compressor will always be at 100%. A DC inverter controls the voltage to the compressor, and therefore its power and speed. Here's how it does it: The inverter converts alternating current (AC) from the power supply to direct current.
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