Modified Sine Wave Disadvantages Article

Power Surge

        The major disadvantage when using the modified sine wave inverter is the fact that peak voltages usually varies with the voltage of the battery. Although it is cheap, without the regulation of the power supply, the modified sine wave inverter can cause electronic devices to behave erratically because of power surges.
 Waste of Power

        The use and waste of power is another disadvantage. Any equipment which is used to convert power from direct current to alternating current loses power during the conversion process. This means that if the inverter is 80 percent efficient, 20 percent of the power is lost during the conversion process. The power is lost in the form of heat. This leads to the inverter not being able to convert power at optimal level. The inverter also requires some power to run it and as the size of the modified sine inverter increases, so does its inefficiency.
Cost of Generator

        The modified sine wave inverter also requires a good source of power for recharging purposes. There is a need to fit the modified inverter with a charging system to ensure that the inverter always operates. The choice of a good charging system is important since some chargers require big generators. Before choosing a charger, you should first be aware of its maximum charging rate and the size of the generator it requires. The purchase and installation of a charger leads to increased expenses.
Monitoring

        Low voltages, when supplied on electronic appliances, cannot destroy their operation. To ensure that the power distribution remains stable, it is advisable to monitor the power behavior for a reasonable time so as to apply the conditioning, which will ensure that there are minimal interruptions.