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Why 400 Hz in mainframes?
My quick question is, alot of computer power supplies run at 120VAC/60HZ. By using a Chroma programmable AC power source we were able to run the power supplies at 400hz and up 1000hz. Our intention is to place these into military airplanes. My question is what are the effects on these power...- Crazeey2
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- Forum: Electrical Engineering general discussion
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Effects of 400HZ on power supplies.
I know that certain aircraft run at 120Vac/400HZ and I understand the reasons behind. My problem is that I am using a standard 120Vac/60HZ ATX power supply. We were able to test that it does indead work at 400hz and higher. My question is, what effects will this have on the power supply? Shorter...- Crazeey2
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- Forum: Aircraft engineering
