Power generators are increasingly becoming a must-have in many aspects of human lives. From providing the backup power needs of homes and business to providing electricity during recreational activities that involves going to far-flung destinations where there are electrical power, generators have become the essential pieces of equipment to have.
Inverter generators are a relatively new technological innovation as far as power generators are concerned. They are basically similar to the traditional non-inverter types but with one twist, it gives the generator the capability to vary its engine speed depending on the load so that it can save more on fuel and also reduce the noise generated. Like its non-inverter counterparts, it also utilizes the principle of a rotating magnetic field on a coil of wire to generate electricity. The difference lies in the fact that the output in an inverter generator is created by a 3-phase inversion process from alternating current to direct current and back to alternating current. The final phase produces that so called "clean power" that these types of generator are becoming more popular for.
Also, the magnets used in the generator engine have been changed into smaller yet powerful ones that enabled manufacturers to reduce the size of the units; which in turn makes the equipment lighter, smaller and definitely more portable.
And since the generator is producing clean and stable electrical current, it is considered very suitable for powering delicate and voltage-sensitive electronic systems like computers, laptops, etc. Although non-inverter generators are also considered suitable for this type of job (they also produce nice and pure sine wave currents), an extra layer of safety is still very welcome.
One disadvantage seen in this type of power generators is its price. Currently, it is significantly more expensive compared to its non-inverter counterparts but this may be attributed to the fact that it is a fledgling segment and a relatively infant technology. There are cheap inverters available in the market but they may be of low quality and may not really produce the "clean power" that they are known for.
If you are going to buy an inverter type power generator, it might be a good idea to stick to the top brands for now. They may be more expensive but you get the quality you should expect from such equipment.
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