AC WORKS® Library — Generator

AC WORKS® Wisdom: Why Generators Need Locking Outlets

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Oct 02, 2019

When purchasing a generator, you may notice that some of the outlets look completely different than the others. The outlet will be circular with 3 or 4 curved terminals outlining the edge of the outlet. What are they? Why do generators specifically need them?In this video, you will learn about the different reasons locking outlets are necessary for generators. We will go over their various benefits and different locations they can be used in. If you need help identifying which locking outlet you have on your generator or need to adapt a locking outlet for something else, please give us...

AC WORKS® PRODUCT RELEASE: Flexible Adapters With Built-In 20 Amp Circuit Breakers

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Aug 28, 2019

This video explains how the circuit breaker works, and which configurations these adapters come with.

AC WORKS®: What is Voltage Drop?

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Aug 07, 2019

When shopping for AC WORKS® brand extension cords, you may notice the majority of them stay within a 50ft or less range. This is to avoid something that all power cords experience, called “voltage drop.” What is voltage drop?

AC WORKS® Wisdom: How to Power Swimming Pool Pumps

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Jul 10, 2019

Now that Summer is finally upon us and temperatures are heating up, you may be preparing your swimming pool or even considering getting a new pool installed. So what sort of electrical connections are involved?There are basically two different setups to know about: one for in-ground pools and one for above ground pools. This video will cover the differences between the two and how to be prepared for hooking up either one. If you have any further questions about power connection solutions, please don’t hesitate to reach out and ask us through a phone call, text, or email. Like, comment,...

AC WORKS® Wisdom: Can PDUs Be Used With Generators?

Posted by Christopher Hahn on Jun 12, 2019

PDUs can be used with generators for a couple of different jobs. As we have already mentioned, they can be used to power tools outside at a construction site. Small PDU adapters can be used on mobile generators to power smaller tools in the yard, for smaller work sites, or for flood restoration in areas where the power is out. Another time PDU adapters can be used with generators is during a power outage.