Inverters are burdened with the difficult task of converting DC power to AC power. For smaller and more portable pure inverters, more often than not, that means converting from the DC current of a battery to the AC current used by most household appliances. AC generators have their place. If you’re willing to transport and …
It’s tough to overstate how much we rely on our electronics these days. Think about your smartphone, and all the apps on it. You may use it for banking, hailing a rideshare, sending money to friends, and getting directions. And those are just a few of its functions! Now think about how frustrating it is …
If you’re trying to AC-powered electronics from solar power or an RV, you need an inverter. An inverter converts the DC power from a solar panel or battery into AC power for your devices. It’s an essential link in any DC-powered electrical system. But not all power inverters are created equal. They have different numbers …
Out of the factory, most vehicles only include one starter battery. Understandably, people often want to add a second battery. It could be for work lights, an audio system, a power winch, or even for the sake of having a backup. If you’ve ever entered your car on a cold night, and felt relieved when …
Over the last several years, the way we charge our devices has changed a lot. Not all that long ago, there was no such thing as a standard charger. Every smartphone manufacturer, for example, used a different charger type. USB charging has changed all that. Nowadays, just about every device uses a USB charger. This …