A voltage fluctuation is a regular change in voltage that happen when devices or equipment requiring a higher load are used. ... Rural areas may experience dramatic voltage fluctuations due to the long power lines. These power lines can cause voltage to go down when power usage in the area is high.

What is the power fluctuation?

Power fluctuations change the amount of power available for those devices to draw. Finding and fixing the cause of the fluctuations prevents serious damage to sensitive televisions, computers and other equipment.

What would cause power to fluctuate?

Fluctuating power supply FAQs

Loose or corroded connections either at the house or on the powerlines can cause voltage fluctuations. ... Low voltage due to overloading on the network, loose connections, or too small a conductor wire carrying power to your house may cause dimming of your lights.