What Is a Voltage Stabilizer?

In most areas there are fluctuations in the actual power level being supplied to homes and businesses. Normally, these variations are minor and unnoticeable. For certain equipment and applications, fluctuations in current are dangerous and must be controlled.

Purpose

A voltage stabilizer ensures that the level of voltage being supplied to a specific equipment or area is maintained at a desired level. The stabilizer adjusts for variations and delivers a consistent voltage level to the equipment or area.

Where Fluctuations Occur

The amount of fluctuation you experience will depend greatly on where you live. Areas prone to greater fluctuations are deserts or other areas where electrical power travels long distances and the number of users is limited.

Why Fluctuation is Bad

Certain monitoring equipment or manufacturing equipment require a consistent supply of electrical power without fluctuations. In normal equipment, minor fluctuations are common, but should the fluctuations be more severe or more consistent, they can cause damage to electrical motors and components. This damage could be severe and immediate, or it could result in a shorter operating lifespan.

Design Elements

Voltage stabilizers must be designed to be reliable under all conditions. They must also be durable because they are required to operate consistently 24 hours a day.

Various Stabilizers

Some voltage stabilizers are designed to be mobile and are for use indoors or out. Units are also designed with casters for easy movement and are built so they can be maneuvered through doorways. This allows them to be moved to problem locations until a more permanent solution is developed.