How to avoid common mistakes in power conditioning: Today's computer systems have different power protection requirements than their predecessors

摘要

Power quality problems frequently affect sensitive electronic systems in both industrial and commercial facilities. Buildings with numerous traditional loads often generate objectionable power disturbances that can result in a low-technology environment supporting high-technology systems. When power quality problems cause high-technology systems to fail, the solution is usually the application of some form, of power conditioning device. Users often make errors in the selection, application, and installation of mitigation devices, thereby preventing them from fully realizing the benefit of their power protection investment. However, an understanding of basic power quality needs for modern computer technology can help you avoid those mistakes.