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Why you should be using an Inverter?

Stepping away from depending on the national power grid is something that most South Africans are working towards achieving. The instability of the electricity supplied by the national power supplier to homes and businesses is continuously being discussed and certain facts remain the same, relying solely on the power provided by Eskom is a sure way to be left in the dark. With the instability of the national power supplier comes the advent of machines that are capable of providing a stable amount of electricity that is completely independent of the electricity supplied to the nation.

Diesel or petrol generators have in the past been the preferred alternative power source but with technological developments, the generator has taken a back seat to the inverter generator. The power inverter is an amazing machine that converts a direct current into an alternating current. The inverter itself does not produce the power instead it provides power via a direct current source and safely distributes it. The inverters for sale in South Africa provide people with a stable current and it is able to meet the power demands of each person who needs the power. This is one of the aspects that makes the inverter such a reliable power source. Unlike the generator which supplies a constant amount of power regardless of the demand, an inverter is able to change the amount of power it provides in order to supply enough power for only what is needed allowing you to save power.

Why invest in an inverter generator?

As with all alternative power sources, power inverters come with a number of benefits that make them the ideal alternative power source. You never really know when the power is going to go out, so having a backup in place is a non-negotiable option. With news that Eskom is not getting ahead of the electricity crisis in South Africa, buying a power inverter is an attractive choice. The advantages of owning an inverter generator include:

• Stable supply of electricity

Unlike the generator which provides power that often fluctuates when it is in operation, the power inverter will supply a continuous amount of power that is not only reliable but it will protect the appliances which run off of it. Within a number of appliances you will have tiny circuit boards and other parts which are easily damaged or broken when the power fluctuates. Petrol or diesel generators provide an unstable amount of power which can damage appliances when the power dips. Inverters will protect your appliances so you won’t worry about replacing them.

• Very low maintenance

When you are using a generator that needs fuel there will be a certain amount of maintenance needed. Generators need to have the oil changed occasionally and they need to be drained and run dry when they are not going to be used for around 30 days. Inverters use batteries in order to convert the current meaning the only maintenance that you will need to do is to check that the batteries are still fully functional. It is good to mention that the batteries can be rechargeable and long lasting so replacing them won’t be something that you do often.

• Portability

Because of the compact design, which is very simple and small, you will easily be able to pack up your generator and take it with you when necessary. Generators are usually big and difficult to move as they are designed to carry the fuel needed to operate them.  The inverter is simple and easy to run, maintain and repair when needed. The design of the inverter is seen as a huge advantage to many because they can be used almost anywhere and they will produce the same high quality power that you expect.

• Noise factor

For most people having a generator that is producing a lot of noise while it is operational is a very unattractive feature. While generators are known to produce lots of noise, silent generators are available. When looking for an inverter for sale you should keep in mind that one of the biggest advantages of having an inverter is that it will have little to no noise when it is operational. Inverters have no internal engine and because it runs on a battery, the noise factor is drastically reduced.

Solar inverters

It is reasonable to assume that when discussing alternative energy sources the word solar is bound to pop up. As with other alternative power sources that have combined the use of already designed appliances with the use of solar power, inverters have also joined this league of solar using alternative power sources. The solar inverter works in the same way as a battery powered inverter but the difference is seen when the direct current is sourced. The direct current is produced by the solar panel and it is converted by the solar inverter into a usable alternating current. The biggest advantage of solar converters is that they make use of a free, renewable resource so you will never have to worry about replacing batteries. The downside will be that your solar inverter will need access to the sun, this is however not too much of a hiccup as South Africa has plenty of sun.

Solar inverters will ensure that you are completely off of the national power grid. The conventional power inverter will require you to recharge the batteries when they run out and you will need access to an electricity source if you want to recharge the batteries. Having a solar inverter could be your first step towards using solar power in your home.

Inverters for home use are an attractive option as they are able to provide enough stable power while also being quiet enough to enable you to carry on with life as normal. At Power Planet we supply inverters for home use and business use. Reduce your carbon footprint and start relying on cleaner energy. Power Planet has a range of alternative energy producing products and can deliver products nationwide.