6.6.2 - DC-AC Inverters
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What does DC stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about battery power.
What is the primary function of a DC-AC inverter?
💡 Hint: What power source do homes usually use?
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What does a DC-AC inverter do?
💡 Hint: Consider the power type used in your home.
True or False: UPS systems use inverters to provide backup power.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during power loss.
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A DC source rated at 24V is connected to a DC-AC inverter that outputs a sine wave. If the inverter is designed to output 120V AC, how would you calculate the efficiency of energy conversion if the inverter uses 50W?
💡 Hint: Consider the ratio of output to input power.
A UPS system rated for 500VA can run a load of 400W for how long if the battery has a capacity of 1000Wh? What factors need to be considered?
💡 Hint: Think about the capacity versus the load.
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