This document outlines a lab experiment on inverters. The objectives are to study inverter fundamentals, become familiar with a 12V DC to 120V AC inverter, and build and test an inverter. The introduction discusses modified sine and pure sine inverters. When sizing an inverter, both running and surge wattages must be considered, along with inverter inefficiency. Common appliances and their surge factors are listed. The equipment section lists the required lab notebook, kit, voltmeter, and hook-up wires/ICs. The lab consists of constructing the given circuit, explaining the Q and Q outputs, and providing conclusions on what was learned and improvements for the procedure.
This document outlines a lab experiment on inverters. The objectives are to study inverter fundamentals, become familiar with a 12V DC to 120V AC inverter, and build and test an inverter. The introduction discusses modified sine and pure sine inverters. When sizing an inverter, both running and surge wattages must be considered, along with inverter inefficiency. Common appliances and their surge factors are listed. The equipment section lists the required lab notebook, kit, voltmeter, and hook-up wires/ICs. The lab consists of constructing the given circuit, explaining the Q and Q outputs, and providing conclusions on what was learned and improvements for the procedure.
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This document outlines a lab experiment on inverters. The objectives are to study inverter fundamentals, become familiar with a 12V DC to 120V AC inverter, and build and test an inverter. The introduction discusses modified sine and pure sine inverters. When sizing an inverter, both running and surge wattages must be considered, along with inverter inefficiency. Common appliances and their surge factors are listed. The equipment section lists the required lab notebook, kit, voltmeter, and hook-up wires/ICs. The lab consists of constructing the given circuit, explaining the Q and Q outputs, and providing conclusions on what was learned and improvements for the procedure.
This document outlines a lab experiment on inverters. The objectives are to study inverter fundamentals, become familiar with a 12V DC to 120V AC inverter, and build and test an inverter. The introduction discusses modified sine and pure sine inverters. When sizing an inverter, both running and surge wattages must be considered, along with inverter inefficiency. Common appliances and their surge factors are listed. The equipment section lists the required lab notebook, kit, voltmeter, and hook-up wires/ICs. The lab consists of constructing the given circuit, explaining the Q and Q outputs, and providing conclusions on what was learned and improvements for the procedure.
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ESET 211
Digital and Power Electronics
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Lab # 8 (FINAL PROJECT) Inverters Objectives: To study the fundamentals of basic inverter To become familiar with the construction of a 12 V DC to 120 VAC inverter To implement the building and testing of such inverter. Introduction In this laboratory we will build on concepts that we examined in the previous laboratory Inverters convert power from a DC source to AC output. The input can be from a 12 volt, 24 volt, or 48 volt battery bank and output can be 110-120 VAC, or 220-240 VAC. There are modified sine and pure sine (true sine) versions in various wattages. A modified sine unit approximates the smooth wave form of household AC (alternating current) with a stepped form. This works for a lot of applications, though lower efficiency or higher heat generation may result. Modified sine inverters are widely available, and considerably less expensive than pure sine units of the same wattage. Pure sine units produce a precise output wave, which can even be more ideal than utility grid power, since grid power can fluctuate in frequency and voltage, sometimes considerably. Pure sine units operate equipment more efficiently, motors run cooler, etc. Electronic applications, computers, and particularly video applications are prime applications for pure sine inverters. Sizing the Inverter Inverters are rated by running wattage, and surge wattage. Surge wattage is rated for a given time period (in seconds), and the inverter will shut down, if this is exceeded. A realistic assessment must be made of the total running wattage, as well as surge wattage of those devices which may affect the total. Motors, for example, can have an amp surge up to 3 or 4 times their rated running load upon startup. See the chart that follows. Most devices have an amp draw or wattage on the name plate or in the owner's manual. The inefficiency of inverters (about 10 to 20%) must also be considered, both in the sizing of the inverter, and the battery bank.
1 Energy System Engineering Type of Device Surge Factor for Determining the Or Appliance Continuous *Wattage of the Inverter (No. of times the running power rating of the device/appliance)
Equipment The equipment you require is as follows: Your lab notebook Your own lab kit (bought from the technicians). lab set, including Digital voltmeter (available at the desks) Collect hook-up wire and ICs from demonstrator.
The Laboratory: Section 1.Construct the circuit shown in figure 1: . Figure 1
2 Energy System Engineering Section 2 In your opinion why is there a Q and Q output? In your opinion how does this circuit work?
Section 3: Conclusions (a) State briefly, but clearly, what you have gained from this laboratory. Outline aspects that you have noted within the experiment outside of the questions asked. Make comments on the procedure of the lab - Is there anything that you could have done differently? How did you split the work between group members? Did you have a plan of action? What else would you suggest that should be added to this lab session? What are inverters useful for (in your opinion)? (b) Comments: Please write any comments that you may have here. Did you enjoy the lab? State one thing you would change? State one thing that you liked? Were there any problems during the laboratory session?