2006-11-26 16:59:12 · 10 answers · asked by ecogrl23 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Other - Electronics
110V
2006-11-26 17:01:02 · answer #1 · answered by Dede Indrapurna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry man, your idea has been taken already... they are called uninterruptible power supplies (UPS). They can seamlessly keep your computer and other similar electronics online with a battery backup until power is restored. For longer outages, most folks use an outdoor AC generator to power critical components (fridge, freezer, heating, maybe computer/modem). Also, your DC power outlets idea would not work logistically. Your modem and computer do indeed have power supply cords that convert 120 VAC into some DC voltage. So, in order to use your special DC outlets during an emergency, you would have to unplug the devices from the normal outlets, attach a special DC-DC cord, and then plug the device into the emergency DC outlets. So, this would be quite the headache and would also mean downtime while you switch over; by comparison a UPS would have no downtime. Also you have to figure in the additional complexity of installing emergency DC outlets in a home (more confusion for electricians and homeowners). Finally, a gas-powered generator in the basement isn't the best idea since internal combustion engines give off carbon monoxide. People have died from using products such as gas-powered pressure washers in enclosed areas. In fact, a fairly common way to commit suicide is to leave your car engine idle in an enclosed garage. So... I propose sticking with the status quo here. AC outlets for all, and UPS devices for those that need emergency backup power for their computers (in your case to keep your phone service as well). edit: Oops, you did mention that you know that battery backups exist already. Still, the points that I and others have made still stand.
2016-05-23 07:49:03 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Standard outlets are 110 Volts AC
2006-11-26 17:03:27 · answer #3 · answered by Microstorm 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
110 V
2006-11-26 17:04:48 · answer #4 · answered by GregF 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Moe is right the typical standard is 110 and 220
2006-11-26 19:57:11 · answer #5 · answered by Infidel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The standard ones are 110 volts
However, dryers, ovens, electric stoves, and other heavier appliances are 220 volts.
2006-11-26 17:01:55 · answer #6 · answered by Captain Moe 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
actually 110 was the standard for years but, now for some reason the people whom set the standard say it is now 120.I do not get it ! what is next 125?
2006-11-26 17:04:11 · answer #7 · answered by sptech1994 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
average home outlet is 110v
2006-11-26 17:01:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
110 or 115volts
2006-11-26 17:01:49 · answer #9 · answered by Jerry Garcia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You stole my purple hat! Take it off its mine !!! Take it off!
2006-11-26 17:01:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋