APS (Automatic power system) consumes much current

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the current consumption of Automatic Power Systems (APS) upon activation, particularly focusing on the reasons for high inrush current and the implications for usage patterns. The scope includes technical explanations and conceptual clarifications related to power supply systems.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions why the APS consumes a significant amount of current when starting, suggesting that this might discourage frequent activation.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on the type of power supply being discussed, indicating a need for more specific examples.
  • A participant introduces the concept of inrush current as a potential explanation for the high current draw during startup.
  • A later reply clarifies that the APS in question is a transformer that converts 12 volts to 220 volts, used during power outages, and notes that it charges a battery when electricity is available.
  • The same participant mentions limitations on the power delivered by the APS, indicating that it cannot support many electrical devices simultaneously.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants have not reached a consensus on the reasons for high current consumption, and multiple viewpoints regarding the nature of the APS and its operation remain present.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes assumptions about the type of APS and its operational characteristics, which may vary based on specific models or applications. The mention of inrush current introduces a technical concept that may require further exploration to fully understand its implications.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in power supply systems, electrical engineering, and those seeking to understand the operational characteristics of Automatic Power Systems may find this discussion relevant.

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why does the APS (Automatic power system) consumes much current uppon starting on? so its known to prevent much turning the APS ON and OFF?
 
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mohamad hajj said:
why does the APS (Automatic power supply) consumes much current uppon starting on? so its known to prevent much turning the APS ON and OFF?

Can you give an example of the kind of power supply you are asking about?
 


Oh sorry ! it's automatic power system*..briefly..it's a transformer that trasforms 12 volts to 220 volts .we use it when the electricity is off..
so when electicity is on, the 12volts battery charges.and when the electricity cuts off,we turn the APS on ( or maybe automatically) to get the 220 volts (by transforming the 12 volts)...
of course,the APS delivered power is not big.so we can't turn on much electrical devices upon using it.
thank you
 

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