A teardown of a huge (2 full size 19″ racks) UPS system, the APC SmartUPS VT 40 kVA, a run down of the controller and power electronics of the system. If you like real big UPS systems, you are in luck! I have also done teardowns of the following systems. Teardown of a Eaton PowerWare […]
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At last a teardown of a 6 kW solar inverter, the Fronius IG Plus 2LT-2. Two phased system split into two inverter boards, based on TO-247 devices in the power electronics section. As always I would like to invite you to join the discussion of this project. And many other exciting DIY electronics projects at
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Teardown of a Sirio 10000P solar inverter designed in Italy and made in Taiwan. A extremely heavy and well built power house. Full of TO-264 sized IGBTs and a giant single PCB layout for the inverters. To watch more teardown videos with articles full of high resolution pictures, check out the complete list of equipment
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This Sedecal SHF-330, with HF meaning High Frequency, was originally a 37.5 kW x-ray high voltage generator. It later received an upgrade, to a Sedecal SHF-530, which is a 50 kW 500mA x-ray high voltage generator. This x-ray generator comes in 3 different versions. Line powered drawing all power directly from mains, 20-50 kW. Capacitor
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Teardown of a 8 kW induction cooktop, supplied from 2 single phase mains and neutral. Modular construction with two inverter modules and changeable coils. To get a full explanation on Quasi-Resonant induction heaters, check out my teardown and hacking videos on the IKEA Tillredda induction stoves. Induction Heater Coils The induction stove coils are almost
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A live broadcast with focus on h ow to build a Tesla Coil, designing Tesla coils, with special focus on the DRSSTC topology. Frequently Asked Questions about the Tesla coil theory and design tools is answered to my best knowledge 🙂 Learn how to build your own Tesla coil and how to make it play
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A teardown of a Migatronic Pilot 1800, a combined TIG & stick welder. TIG is short for Tungsten Inert Gas and refers to the tip of the welding handle, which is made out of tungsten. A inert gas comes from the handle, to surround the tip and ensure no air is near the welding bath.
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The previous owner of this Danish vintage oscilloscope had tried to plug it in and the only result was smoke! I was asked if I wanted it for repair or it would be thrown out. The Radiometer Copenhagen OSG 42b was repaired and saved! Radiometer is a Danish company from 1935, started by the engineers
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