inverters
hello, we just bought a 32 foot class c. can someone tell me what inverter we could hook up for dry camping. we do have a generator that came with the motor home. but now we could use a inverter. ty
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An inverter is only useful if you are boondocking/dry camping and DO NOT want to run your generator.
Using an inverter requires a GOOD battery bank ! At least TWO 6V golf cart batteries (the most cost effective solution). The other end of the spectrum would be 2 LiFePO4 batteries.
Must people also have solar panels to recharge their battery bank. Without solar, you will have to run the generator for charging.
By all means, you want a pure sine wave inverter. They cost more but work much better. I also highly recommend a combination inverter/charger/automatic transfer switch like one of the Samlex EVO Series. Disconnect your converter but keep the DC distribution panel. Just hook the distribution panel directly to your battery bank.
What I really like about the Samlex EVO Series is all connection are made in one place. Much easier to install.
Using an inverter requires a GOOD battery bank ! At least TWO 6V golf cart batteries (the most cost effective solution). The other end of the spectrum would be 2 LiFePO4 batteries.
Must people also have solar panels to recharge their battery bank. Without solar, you will have to run the generator for charging.
By all means, you want a pure sine wave inverter. They cost more but work much better. I also highly recommend a combination inverter/charger/automatic transfer switch like one of the Samlex EVO Series. Disconnect your converter but keep the DC distribution panel. Just hook the distribution panel directly to your battery bank.
What I really like about the Samlex EVO Series is all connection are made in one place. Much easier to install.
