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Power Conversion Guide
Overview
Concepts
Voltage & Frequency
Current Capacity
Wattage Ratings
UL Listing
Transformer Class
Transformer vs. Solid-state
Polarity
Adaptaplugs
Filtered
Regulated
Types of Conversion
Safety Warnings
Abbreviations & Glossary
Conversion FAQ's
AC to AC Converters
AC to DC Adapters
DC to AC Inverters
DC to DC Adapters

 RadioShack Guide to Understanding Power Conversion

Table of Contents

 
  1. Overview of Power Conversion
  2. Understanding the Concepts
  3. Types of Power Conversion
  4. Safety Warnings
  5. Abbreviations and Glossary
  6. Frequently Asked Questions
 
AC to AC Power Conversion
(Foreign Voltage Converters)
  1. Purpose / Explanation
  2. Plug Adapters
  3. Selecting a Converter
  4. Cautions
  5. AC-to-AC Worksheet
  6. Cross-reference: Countries, Power, Plugs
  7. AC-to-AC Converter FAQ's
AC to DC Power Conversion
(AC Adapters)
  1. Purpose / Explanation
  2. Adaptaplug System
  3. Selecting a Converter
  4. Cautions
  5. AC-to-DC Worksheet
  6. AC-to-DC Converter FAQ's
  7. Cross-reference: Adapters, Ratings, Plugs
DC to AC Power Conversion
(Inverters)
  1. Purpose / Explanation
  2. Selecting a Inverter
  3. Cautions
  4. DC-to-AC Inverter FAQ's
DC to DC Power Conversion
(DC Adapters)
  1. Purpose / Explanation
  2. Adaptaplug System
  3. Selecting a Converter
  4. Cautions
  5. DC-to-DC Worksheet
  6. DC-to-DC Converter FAQ's
  7. Cross-reference: Adapters, Ratings, Plugs

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