under energy efficiency, Environment, Green Technology, Innovation, News The age of giant AC power convertors (like those fat power bricks that covert 120v to 240v power) might fade into obscurity if Panasonic has anything to say about them. The Japanese electronics firm announced it has developed a new compact all-integrated power convertor that allows power switches to be controlled remotely by microwave signals. The power-switching chip directly controls the amount of AC power flowing with an integrated 5.0GHz RF transmitter chip. Panasonic’s new model is 100 times smaller than conventional devices, which helps reduce power loss during conversion. Thus far, power conversion systems have been mostly utilized in motor-drive equipment with an inverter to regulate power usage. These inverters control AC power by converting the energy to direct current and then back again. As a consequence this multi-step conversion creates a huge power loss. On top of the energy waste, this design has always been oversized since it requires large-size electrolytic capacitors and a DC reactor.

Now Panasonic has come up with a new design that integrates a GaN-based bi-directional power switching chip with a microwave gate drive transmitter chip. The new system does the same job but comes in a much more compact size for installation that was impossible with conventional units. Panasonic says it can be integrated with a motor and drive system, plus it requires much less maintenance since it does not require any lifespan limited discrete components. Panasonic 2.2 Cu. Ft. Built-In/Countertop Microwave Oven with Inverter Technology™ - Stainless Steel Enjoy faster cooking times with 1250 watts high power Microwave Inverter technology delivers a seamless stream of cooking power Advanced Inverter Turbo Defrost speeds up defrosting time Automatic sensor adjusts power and times for different foods Sleek, blue LED dial and controls complement any decor Choose countertop or built-in installation, trim kit sold separately Dimensions: Outside - 14" x 23 7/8" x 20"

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#343 in Kitchen & Dining > Small Appliances > Microwave Ovens > Countertop Microwave Ovens Bought in 11/2011 and worked well, then this past week we started smelling melting plastic when using it and then last night, my husband noted it was flashing light, sparking and... Dead after four years of light- to regular-usage. Worked fine till it gave us H98 code--inverter dead and the repair cost exceeds the price of a new one. Great value and a good performing microwave oven.! This microwave served us well - I bought it in 2011 and the door recently broke We put it through a ton of use, multiple times a day and it served us well. Stopped working after 3 yrs. 1st one quit after heating two cups water. Sent for repair and came back with same performance. Got new one in exchange. Good product and price It's a regular microwave. Not sure what they mean by "inverter turbo defrost". It doesn't do anything special but stop and tell you to turn it over. See and discover other items: countertop oven, countertops, microwave 1200 watt, kitchen aid microwave

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, 1 timeInverter turbo defrost - due to the consistent delivery of microwave oven energy by using a unique low power control system foods no longer under defrost in the center or have dry cooked edgesBase Warranty Labor (Months): 24Base Warranty Parts (Months): 24Capacity (Cu. Feet): 2Charcoal Filter: NoChild Safety Locks: YesColor/Finish Family: Steel-StainlessControls Location: RightControl Type: Electronic touch padConvection Oven: NoConvenience Cooking Controls: YesCooktop Lights: LEDDefining Attributes: NoDefrost: YesDelay Start: YesDoor Swing: Left swingExhaust Fan Maximum Capacity (CFM): 450Grilling Option: YesHandle Color: Stainless steelInterior Light Type: Standard (incandescent)Kids' Menu Option: NoLowe's Exclusive: NoMagnetron Tube Warranty Labor (Months): 24Magnetron Tube Warranty Parts (Months): 36Manufacturer's Warranty (Labor): 2-yearManufacturer's Warranty (Parts): 2-yearMelting/Softening Option: NoMicrowave Size: 30 inchesNon-Stick Interior: StandardNumber of Convenience Control Pads