Electrical Power - Electrical power circulates through cables and electricity pylons. Current can flow through a circuit and work, even when  there is resistance. Electric heaters, light bulbs and electric motors are some of the devices that are used to convert this work into heat, light or motion. Power generators put out enough energy to keep you warm or cool if a blackout occurs.

Electrical Power Sub Categories:
Electrical Power Transformers - Read about various types of step-up transformers, step-down and isolation transformers.  Includes custom transformers and brand names such as Acme and Hammond Transformers.

Power Generators - Read about a variety of generators, such as three phase and diesel generators, including brand names like Baldor, Robin, Subaru, and Winco generators.

Rotary Phase Converters - Read about the different options for converting single phase power to three phase including static phase converters, CNC phase converters, and details about "build your own phase converter plans".

Motor Generator Sets - Motor Generator Sets are constructed by combining an electrical generator and an engine. These are then mounted together to form one piece of equipment. They are sometimes referred to as an MG Set or a generator set.

Electric Motors - Electric motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy. Electric motors have rotating coils of wire which are operated by the magnetic force exerted by a magnetic field on an electric current.

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) - Read about variable frequency drives which control and save energy by regulating the speed of the electric motor and by determining how much the motor is loaded.  Covering WEG and Baldor variable frequency drive models.

Soft Start Drives - Soft start drives are another form of reduced voltage starter for AC induction motors.  It is similar to a primary resistance or primary reactance starter in that is in series with the supply to the motor.

Power Generator / Mobile Light Towers - Mobile light towers can provide light coverage for over seven acres and are powered by generators. They can be used for construction, emergency, industrial, mining, and event lighting. Find out more information and product features.

3 Phase Power - Three phase power is used today for many applications ranging from the above grain dryer to saw mills, conveyer belt systems, ovens, lighting, lasers, battery chargers, refrigeration and air conditioning, etc.

Single Phase Power - Single-phase loads may be connected to a 3 phase system in two ways.  This can be done by connecting across two live conductors (a phase-to-phase connection), or by connecting between a phase conductor and the system neutral. Click on the link to find out more about how single phase power works.

Electrical Power Resources - In order to operate, electronic circuits all require power.  There are many sources of electrical power but one of the best is to use a power transformer. A transformer converts an ac voltage and current to a different voltage and current with great efficiency. Find more information on power transformers, the different types available, and a list of manufactures.

 

Electrical Power Web Sites
3 Phase Power Resource Site -
This site is one of the best sites on the web for 3 phase power information.  It covers everything 3 phase from 3 phase wiring to what color codes to use.  It also offers the history of 3 phase power and a variety of 3 phase distribution articles and application specific information on such topics as 3 phase generators or rotary phase converters.  The article on 3 phase power loads is extremely useful in determining how your load will affect choices in distribution and and power source options.