Emergency Power Supply (EPS) - Method 4

It involves installing a special switch that automatically switches the power source from the main supply to the backup power source (EPS) when there is a power failure.

When the switch detects a power cut, it redirects the power supply to the EPS, which is powered by a battery. The EPS then supplies electricity to all the circuits in the property, as long as the battery has enough charge. To ensure proper grounding, an earth spike (also known as TT earthing) needs to be installed, which may require making changes to the existing electrical equipment.

It's important to consider the capacity of the EPS port, as some inverters can only supply up to 13 amps. Overloading the EPS port by connecting devices that draw too much power may cause the inverter to shut down and potentially damage it.

Advantages👍

The main advantage of this setup is that it provides a backup power supply for the entire property without requiring any action from the user. The automatic changeover switch handles the switch from the main supply to the backup power source seamlessly.

Disadvantages👎

However, one disadvantage is that there is a risk of accidentally overloading the system if a heavy load, such as a power-hungry device, is switched on before the power cut occurs. This can put excessive strain on the EPS system and potentially cause problems.

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