Stop Burning Out Your Pumps: The Hidden Danger of Bad Voltage
Dara Ly
Author
In many rural areas of Cambodia, the electrical grid can be unstable, especially at the end of long distribution lines. Voltage dips (brownouts) are common when heavy machinery nearby turns on.
Why Voltage Matters
When voltage drops, an electric motor must draw more current (Amps) to do the same amount of work. This excess current creates intense heat, rapidly degrading the motor windings and leading to premature failure.
The ChalatFarm Protector
Unlike basic timers, ChalatFarm controllers include integrated industrial power monitoring:
- Real-time Monitoring: It constantly checks Voltage and Amperage.
- Safety Cutoff: If voltage drops below 190V or exceeds 250V (for single phase), the controller automatically cuts power to the pump.
- Auto-Reset: It waits for stable power to return before allowing the schedule to resume.
This feature alone often saves farmers the cost of the device in just one prevented pump replacement.
Written by Dara Ly
Expert in agricultural technology and sustainable farming practices in Southeast Asia.
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