Friends, what size inverter do I need to run a small TV set? I tried my 400 and it didn't work. What size wire do I need to run from the battery to the inverter?
Thanks!
Glenn
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What size inverter??
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What size inverter??
by Glenn Quarles » Mon Jul 01, 2013 6:11 pm
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Re: What size inverter??
by GerryS » Mon Jul 01, 2013 9:19 pm
Watt=volts x amps
You need to know what the startup draw go the appliance is, as long as your inverter is larger than that number is should start up.
It's also important to know that some devices require a true sin wave, most inverters produce a modified sin wave, and that can cause problems with digital electronics....mostly laptops etc.
As far as wire size,it depends on how far you will run....10 amp draw over 10 feet needs a different wire than 10 amps at 2 feet. An Internet search for "wire size chart 12 volt" will give you several hits....
You need to know what the startup draw go the appliance is, as long as your inverter is larger than that number is should start up.
It's also important to know that some devices require a true sin wave, most inverters produce a modified sin wave, and that can cause problems with digital electronics....mostly laptops etc.
As far as wire size,it depends on how far you will run....10 amp draw over 10 feet needs a different wire than 10 amps at 2 feet. An Internet search for "wire size chart 12 volt" will give you several hits....
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