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Is there a possibility that you might loose a power while working at a computer, or in school, or maybe in a dentist office? Yes, that is a possibility. Protect yourself, your equipment, and save money in a long run. There are different types of generators and they all provide power to many different appliances, tools and equipment. Here is the breakdown of the types and styles of generators:
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Why put transfer switches on generators?...
The only proper and most safe way to run a generator is with a transfer switch. These switches should only be installed by an electrician.Transfer switches have three selections. Generator...center off...and utility. It prevents you from having the generator and the utility power on at the same time. Which would mess up the wiring in your home. And when installed properly will prevent a backfeed to the utility lines which could prove fatal to lineman working. The utility transformer is a stepdown into your home but becomes a stepup when fed the other way.
Basic Generator Theory
The generator creates electricity by a series of fine wire windings inside a magnetic field, called an armature. As the armature is spun inside this magnetic field by the generator's motor, current and voltage gets generated in those windings of wire and electricity is transferred. That current and voltage will be directly proportional to the speed that the armature spins and to the strength of the magnetic field. Each complete revolution, one complete cycle of alternating current (AC) is developed. This is called a rotating armature.
In a stationary armature, the magnetic field rotates around the armature. The advantage of having a stationary armature winding is that the generated voltage can be connected directly to the load.
The frequency of the generated voltage is dependent on the number of field poles and the speed at which the generator is operated. Frequency, measured in Hertz (Hz), is the number of complete cycles per second in alternating current direction. As current flows through the armature, there is some amount of resistance and inductive reactance. The combination of these make up what is known as the internal resistance .. When the load current flows, a voltage drop is developed. When a Direct Current (DC) voltage is applied to the field windings of a dc generator, current flows through the windings and sets up a steady magnetic field. This is called Field Excitation.
An exciter is part of the generator package supplying direct current to the alternator field windings to magnetize the rotating poles. The exciter output may be controlled by a voltage regulator. Types of exciters include brush type with rotating commutator, static excitation or brush less generator and exciter. A regulator is an important option to consider if there are frequency or voltage sensitive equipment such as computers.
Can you survive without electricity?
During the year 2004, Florida experienced the wrath of Mother Nature 4 times, leaving many residents without electricity for days and in many areas for weeks. The northeast area of our country was hit with the largest power outage in U.S. history in August of 2003. Due to power outages, many businesses had to close down. People were left in the dark. Experts agree that the existing infrastructure of this country will take 20 or more years to reconfigure. Weather experts have indicated that Florida has entered into a cycle and can expect to see an increase in hurricanes for the next 20 years.
The loss of power of a period of days or longer could start an economic downward spiral. Many small to middle size businesses are not financial prepared to be closed for a period of time. Many employees could not survive without a weekly paycheck. Everyday tasks like cooking and washing clothes would be impossible. Things that we take for granted, like television, refrigeration, and air conditioning would no longer work. We are a society that depends on electric to survive and meet our every day needs. What would you do if your electricity was gone?
You can purchase small emergency gas generators that can run a few lights and a fan. These generators rely on gas and are extremely noisy. What happens when you run out of gas? Do you have a safe place to store the gas? Do you want to be able to run more of your household appliances than just one or two at a time? Is someone in your home dependant of medication that needs to be kept cool. Is anyone in your home dependent on medical devices that utilize electricity? How easily can you deal with the Florida heat without air conditioning? You may want to consider a standby generator to get you and your family through a power outage.
This standby generator is permanently installed so it's always ready to go when a power failure occurs. It also has a transfer switch which automatically turns the generator on and off as needed. You do not have to be home for your system to work! No more worrying about food spoiling in your refrigerator or freezer or a power surge when the power returns. The generator is fueled by natural gas or LP gas. By utilizing either fuel option you eliminate the need to store smelly dangerous gasoline. You eliminate the worry of running out of gas. This method provides you with potentially unlimited run time. It has an automatic voltage regulator to eliminate spikes so you can continue to run sensitive electronic equipment. The generator produces a lot less noise then a typical gas run generator. The noise level is about the same as your air conditioning unit, therefore you will not disturb your neighbors or your family's sleep.
Be prepared for the next power outage! Call us today for a free estimate for installing a stand by generator. Our comfort care specialist will answer all your questions about generators and size the generator (just like your a/c system) to meet your needs.
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