Victron Energy Inverters

What Are Inverters, and How Are They Used?

One of the great incongruencies in the world of energy is the fact that, although practically everything is designed to run on alternating current (AC), many small-scale operations produce direct current (DC) power. This necessitates inverters in practically every off-grid, marine, and mobile application, and quality is an important factor to consider.

DC power can be thought of as a straight line, whereas AC switches directions upwards of 60 times every second. As opposed to simply moving in one direction, electrons in AC buzz around wildly, creating the energy that powers most household appliances and other common items. For an inverter, this means that inductors and capacitors must be used to generate a smooth, uniform reversal of energy. Quality inverters ensure that connected devices are not damaged by sudden and jarring power reversals.

Inverters must be used for practically any application where power is being generated on a small scale. Whether you are implementing a solar project in your home or you are simply looking to utilize a generator for your power needs as much as possible, Victron energy inverters ensure that all of your devices will be able to function properly without suffering any damage as a result.