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Ev Archive for May 1999
1368 messages, last added Wed Aug 08 18:45:17 2001

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Re: EV Beach Buggy Outing - long



> 
> Adding inductors, transformers, capacitors, etc. to a charger actually
> improves efficiency, by providing a better match between the AC line voltage
> and load. Naturally, you can use bad enough parts so it is worse, but when
> done right, efficiency improves. As a bonus, you can charge at a higher
> current from a given AC outlet without tripping its breaker.
> 
>Thanks Lee Hart, for clearing this up for my understanding! I take it that these extra parts need alot of fiddling depending on the line (voltage) drop in any particular area at any particular time; Or is it possible to rest assured that things are going smoothly while one is away from the scene?
Thanks again,
Andrew Delano