EDN

AC vs DC power distribution for data centers – Part 2

While most papers claiming efficiency benefits for DC systems do not present a detailed model with underlying calculations and numbers, the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory does publish a model ...
Commercial Integrator

Altinex’s New 1-In, 3-Out AC Power Distribution Cards Are AV-Friendly

Signal Management Solutions manufacturer Altinex has introduced its MT322-105 and MT322-107 (International version) Power Distribution Cards for use with its MT302-201 Digital MultiTasker. Both units ...
Datacenter Dynamics

DC distribution - the second coming

Early data centers were powered by masses of cables under the raised floor. To make the system easier to modify and maintain, and get rid of the skeins of cables that blocked airflow, the cables to ...
Machine Design

What’s the Difference between AC, DC, and EC Motors?

For motor applications, engineers have several options at their disposal. Typically, engineers can choose between direct-current (DC) or alternating-current (AC) motors. Machine Design has covered the ...
Electronic Design

The Essentials of AC Power Safety

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. Jerry Twomey, founder of Effective Electrons and CTO of WiPow Group If you’re bringing ac power directly into your new ...
EDN

AC vs DC power distribution for data centers – Part 1

Part 2 provides an analysis of the factors that affect energy savings. Various types of DC power distribution are examined as alternatives to AC distribution for data centers and network rooms. A ...