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nycsteve
Explorer
Sep 25, 2013

Generator question

I know theres a device that you put between a generator and the device being powered that "cleans" the power as not to ruin delecate electronics . What is it called? Im in the market but cant find options because I dont know what they're called.
I need to clean the power from a 3000 watt contractor genny.Any suggestions on product or source would be welcome.
Steve
  • TQUIN45's avatar
    TQUIN45
    Explorer
    Sep 25, 2013
    Hi- Do what the more expensive generator's do- install an inverter. It will change the generator O/P to perfect 60 Hz 120 V AC power. It can be expensive.
    Tom
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    time2roll
    Nomad
    Sep 26, 2013
    Most of those "delicate" electronic devices run on smooth DC provided by a robust brick that will convert miserable AC into the appropriate DC just fine. In general the output of a generator is a natural sine wave.
  • So's avatar
    So
    Explorer
    Sep 26, 2013
    nycsteve wrote:
    I know theres a device that you put between a generator and the device being powered that "cleans" the power as not to ruin delecate electronics. What is it called?
    UPS

    Depending on the load, just plug your sensitive toys into a decent UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). They'll never know the source is a genny. Obviously, this will also prevent sudden power loss and potential spikes to sensitive toys if the genny dies.

    -kenny-

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