Samlexpower PST-1000-12 Owner's manual - Section 2 |
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SECTION 2 |
General Information
frequency harmonic content in a modified sine wave produces enhanced radio interfer-
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frequency harmonics also produce overloading effect in low frequency capacitors due to
lowering of their capacitive reactance by the higher harmonic frequencies. These capaci-
tors are used in ballasts for fluorescent lighting for Power Factor improvement and in
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wave inverters may shut down due to overload when powering these devices.
Advantages of Pure Sine Wave Inverters
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and cooler.
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improvement capacitors and single phase motors containing start and run capacitors
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glitches in monitors.
Some examples of devices that may not work properly with modified sine
wave and may also get damaged are given below:
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tools. These may get damaged. Please check with the manufacturer of these types of
devices for suitability.
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Please check with the manufacturer of these types of devices for suitability.
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The inverter may shut down indicating overload.