Category: Explainers

  • Why Choose a Static HTML Website for Your Business?

    Why Choose a Static HTML Website for Your Business?

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    When it comes to building an effective online presence for your business, there are many options to consider. One of the most efficient and cost-effective solutions is a static HTML website. Here’s why: Speed and Performance: Static HTML websites load faster because they serve pre-built pages without the need for server-side processing. Faster websites provide…

  • Difference Between W, kW and kWh: Power and Energy Explained

    Difference Between W, kW and kWh: Power and Energy Explained

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    Introduction In the realm of electrical devices, terms like energy and power often spark confusion. What’s the difference, and how do they relate to the devices we use daily? Let’s explore these concepts, linking them to the units we see on our EEC receipts–kilowatt-hours (kWh)–and on our appliances–watts (W) and kilowatts (kW). Energy vs. Power:…

  • Deep Cycle Battery Lifetime: How to Maximise Your Investment

    Deep Cycle Battery Lifetime: How to Maximise Your Investment

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    Introduction Deep cycle batteries are used in many different applications. Most commonly in Eswatini, they serve in UPS systems and other electrical backup applications. Ensuring a long and reliable lifespan for your lead acid deep cycle battery requires some basic knowledge and understanding of the different variations. In this guide, we’ll give you some simple…

  • Battery Charger vs Charge Controller: A Simple Guide

    Battery Charger vs Charge Controller: A Simple Guide

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    Introduction Two essential components in the realm of battery technology are battery chargers and charge controllers. While their names might sound similar, they serve distinct purposes and play vital roles in ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your batteries. In this guide, we’ll break down the differences between a battery charger and a charge controller…

  • Battery Charging Time: The Difference Between Amps and Amp-Hours

    Battery Charging Time: The Difference Between Amps and Amp-Hours

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    Introduction Batteries power much of our daily lives, from keeping our smartphones alive to supporting renewable energy systems. Understanding the terms associated with batteries, like amps and amp-hours, can help you make informed decisions about charging and managing your battery-powered devices. In this guide, we’ll explore the relationship between amps, amp-hours, and what it means…

  • Maximum Solar Panel Efficiency: Clean, Then Point at Sun

    Maximum Solar Panel Efficiency: Clean, Then Point at Sun

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    Introduction Solar panels have become an increasingly popular choice for maSwati wanting to gain some control over their energy supply. However, the performance of solar panels is not solely dependent on whether the sun is out or not; orientation of the panels plays a crucial role in optimizing energy production. In this guide, we’ll explore…

  • My Inverter Keeps Overloading: Understanding Inrush Current

    My Inverter Keeps Overloading: Understanding Inrush Current

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    Introduction Imagine you’ve just set up your inverter to power your appliances, only for the inverter to beep, indicating that it has detected an oversized load and is switching off to protect itself. You read the nameplate on your device. It says 350W. You read the one on the inverter. It says 500 W max.…

  • Whole House Backup: The Automatic Transfer Switch Explained

    Whole House Backup: The Automatic Transfer Switch Explained

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    Introduction Have you ever been at a supermarket or office building during a power outage? Everything shuts off then, seconds later, big generators rumble to life and everything turns back on. It’s not magic, and there is nobody whose job it is to stand by some switches, waiting for an outage. This transition is made…