UNDERSTANDING ELECTRICAL NOISE


 Electrical noise is one of the most misdiagnosed and misunderstood electrical system problems. 

What is electrical noise?

This generic name can refer to various electrical system problems. Simply put, electrical noise is unexpected and random voltage variations. These variations can be potentially harmful to electrical circuits.

All electrical systems experience disturbances as a natural phenomenon. The most important aspect of understanding electrical noise is decoding each sound. Recognising when it is alarming and reducing it is essential to prevent electrical faults.

Noise coupling mechanisms

There are four essential noise coupling mechanisms:

Capacitive coupling: A voltage-based effect of electrostatic noise, such as lightning discharges.

Inductive coupling: A current-based magnetic coupling noise.

Conducted noise: A noise coupled by a galvanic connection, such as circuits with shared conductors.

RFI or radio-frequency interference: This is where lengths of wire behave like transmitting and receiving antennas.

Noise sensitivity

Noise sensitivity refers to the ability of a controller to distinguish between electrical noise and standard system signals. High-power controllers often have lower noise sensitivity. Controllers using electronic logic, on the other hand, have a higher sensitivity to noise.

What causes electrical noise?

Electrical disturbances can be caused by several factors. Switches, relay contacts, welding machines, neon lights, semiconductors and other components can produce electrical noise.

Usually, homeowners have difficulty predicting electrical noise problems. Irregular systems can be one of the symptoms. Other symptoms are fluctuating digital indicators, unstable controls or dimming of digital indicators.

Below is an overview of the most common causes of electrical noise in household appliances.

High-voltage starting and switching

When motors, drives and other high-voltage units operate, a certain voltage is discharged to earth every time they start and stop. Some of this voltage results in noise.

Temperature

An increase in circuit temperature causes a rapid movement of free electrons. This action causes voltage fluctuations and occasionally leads to thermal runaway. Keep electronics cool to avoid temperature-related problems.

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