Which device is used to convert DC electricity to AC electricity in marine applications?

The device used to convert direct current (DC) electricity to alternating current (AC) electricity in marine applications is an inverter. Inverters are specifically designed to take the constant voltage from a DC source, such as batteries or solar panels, and transform it into an AC output, which is often required for running various onboard electrical appliances and systems that operate on AC power.

This conversion is crucial in marine settings because many devices, including navigational equipment, communication devices, and other electronics, commonly rely on AC power. Inverters can also provide the necessary waveform (like pure sine wave or modified sine wave) depending on the application, ensuring compatibility and efficiency when powering sensitive equipment.

In contrast, a transformer is used to change the voltage level of AC electricity rather than converting DC to AC. A rectifier is designed to perform the opposite function, converting AC to DC. A generator can produce AC power as well, but it typically does this by generating electricity mechanically and is not specifically a conversion device like an inverter.