@maverick3n1
As one living in the South myself, I understand your concerns. I use laptop computers and keep a couple of batteries charged up. I can charge my cell phone through the PC USB and use it as a hotspot for internet access. Problem solved.
I wasn’t sure where to classify this…
So this isn’t specifically audio focused, but people here understand things like
power management, THD and so on.
I moved from So-Cal where all I had to worry about was having a UPS for a 30 second or less power outage. Now I live in So-Alabama where hurricanes could potentially take power out for up to 2 weeks!
in said situation, whole house backup generators are extremely
pricey! I have a regular construction generator I want to use as an emergency backup, as well as a battery backup UPS on my computer.
this is a non-inverter generator, so it’s dirty power. lol my
UPS protect my computer etc, and regulate the large THD issues, or do I need something to help adapt? Since this is for backup, and I don’t plan to run my high end theater equipment on it, it’s merely asking advise on equipment that would help me not fry my computer in a 5-10 day power outage with dirty power. Is the UPC enough? Do I need more?
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@riley804 When you are home for 10 days with no power, you get bored. The generator I have is a large construction generator that will power my minisplit AC I have for my gaming room/office, which is where I’d be living in the event of a hurricane power outage. It will also power my chest freezer, and my refrigerator, as well as power for my computer. I have quite a few VR games I can play without internet, as well as a movie server with tons of movies and TV shows. I just want to make sure I don’t smoke my gaming rig with dirty power. My generator running on propane will kick out 6800W nominal. My minisplit AC runs on a 15 amp circuit, so even if I dedicate the full capacity of that circuit in power (accounting for the start up draw etc), that’s only 1800W. I still have 4000 to play with. So yes, my generator is powerful enough to do more than just the “small stuff” |
For your computer, a standard UPS would work fine. Don't forget to put your cable modem and wifi router on an appropriate UPS as well. For your audio/video gear get Furman with SMP and LiFT. They’ll keep your gear safe through over/undervoltages and surges. If you are also looking at long periods of time with varying voltages consider a more advanced Furman with voltage regulation. Also, the NEC as of 2020 requires whole house surge suppressors. They’ll help keep your magor appliances, HVAC and home automation gear safer. Not a substitute for your PC’s UPS but a beneficial add-on. |
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