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kyle86
Explorer
Oct 29, 2015

Acceptable voltage drop for Xantrex 600w inverter? Overload?

I'm new to the RV world but definately not new to electricity. I have been having a lot of fun testing out inverters but I have a couple questions for you tech gurus. I purchased a 1990s model new ...
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kyle86
Explorer
Oct 29, 2015
Chuck_thehammer wrote:
upgrade the wiring... 12 volts needs lots of copper.

why do you think in the 50's cars/trucks went from 6 volts to 12... half the current. and more reliable starting.

and the rumor mill.. going from 12 volts to 36. a lot less copper.


Interesting!!! Thank you for the reply!!!! :)

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