What are some examples of vampire electronics?
anonymous asked:
I know some are the clocks on the microwave, DVD player, coffee maker, etc., but could some also be just electronics that you simply plug in and leave plugged in, even while not using, like a lamp? I just need someone to help me specify how i can tell vampire electronics to ordinary electronics..Thanks!
I know some are the clocks on the microwave, DVD player, coffee maker, etc., but could some also be just electronics that you simply plug in and leave plugged in, even while not using, like a lamp? I just need someone to help me specify how i can tell vampire electronics to ordinary electronics..Thanks!
3 Responses to “What are some examples of vampire electronics?”
AdamBeaz says:
06/29/2010 at 7:29 am
not so much lamps, but anything with a transformer on it. For instance a phone charger, will constantly convert AC to DC as long as it is plugged in, even if it is not charging a phone battery.
Then anything that has lights, or clocks that stay lit continuously.
One of the best products i have seen to take care of these phantom loads is a smart power strip which automatically cuts off the power to the non used electronics. And its a hell of alot easier than unplugging items every time you leave.
alucard says:
06/30/2010 at 10:34 am
even in the kitchen has vampire electronics. and 1 way to lessen their r threats is by unplugging them if they are not in use. I have read other more tip through this web site. I just want to share it with you guys. Hope it will help.
A Salouros says:
07/02/2010 at 6:09 am
You can determine which of the devices in your home may be using electricity in their “off state” by systematically disconnecting/reconnecting devices throughout the house while watching the electricity meter at the front of your house. E.g., if all devices, except for one, are unplugged and the one connected device is using electricity, this will be revealed by the meter continuing to clock up energy usage. This can be time consuming, but it only needs to be done once. It may give some unexpected and interesting results, possibly revealing some devices that you least suspect as major energy users. Identifying these appliances can help keep your power bill down. Using this approach, you can not only identify all of the “vampire electronics” in your household, but also the rate of energy expenditure.