How to save energy in using inverter technology?
An inverter used either in air conditioning or refrigeration basic benefit is its significant energy saving capabilities. Inverter technology allows the air conditioner/refrigerator automatically vary its power output to specifically maintain room temperature at a desired or comfortable level. Basically, the inverter is used to control the speed of the compressor motor to allow continuously regulated temperature. In contrast, a non-inverter appliance maintains the temperature by repeatedly switching power on and off, which consumes much more electrical energy upon starting.
The variable-frequency drive uses a rectifier to convert the incoming alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) and then uses pulse-width modulation in an electrical inverter to produce AC of a desired frequency. The variable frequency AC drives a brushless motor or an induction motor. As the speed of an induction motor is proportional to the frequency of the AC, the compressors runs at different speeds. A microcontroller can then sample the current ambient air temperature and adjust the speed of the compressor appropriately. The additional electronics add to cost of equipment and operation. Conversion from AC to DC, and then back to AC, can cost as much 4 - 6% in energy losses for each conversion step.(Wikipedia)
Eliminating stop-start cycles increases efficiency, extends the life of components, and helps eliminate sharp fluctuations in the load the air conditioner places on the power supply. Ultimately this makes inverter air conditioners less prone to breakdowns, cheaper to run, and the outdoor compressor is generally quieter than a standard air conditioning unit's compressor.(Wikipedia)
To illustrate the comparison between devices with inverter models and non-inverter models, refer to the picture below from Hitachi.
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