In this video, we dive into the world of total harmonic distortion (THD) and how it affects portable generators. High THD levels can reduce a generator's efficiency and potentially harm sensitive electronics. To power such devices safely, it's essential to consider low THD generators, particularly inverter generators.
THD in portable generators can range from 1-2% to as high as 25%. However, the cleanest power generators typically have less than 6% THD. Inverter generators generally have lower THD levels, making them ideal for powering sensitive electronics.
We'll also take a closer look at the importance of THD percentage, which is essentially a measure of the percentage error in the wave or signal. Our video will include a graphical representation to help you understand this concept.
To help you choose the best generator with low THD, we have reviewed and tested several models, and we will present our top picks in this video. By the end of this video, you'll have a good understanding of THD, its effects, and which generators are best suited for your needs.
