How Big a Gen to Run a Converter? Some Info.
EDIT: some of my earlier posts in this thread have the wrong idea. As more info came in later, things got less confusing--sort of! :) --------------------- Another look at this topic. It is n...
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Raw numbers from this AM with a PowerMax 75amp adjustable
Voltage set point 14.4v
Again looking for the VA and the PF and watts
Not looking at output of converter until I get all the Kill-A-Watt numbers
Visible VA surge 1593
115.8 vac
12.86 amps
PF 0.74
1115 watts
Settled VA 1500 avg
DC volts 14.28 at converter terminals, (did not check voltage at batteries, very short cables) DC amps 74.7
Again at Sea Level a 2000w might handle this, But it's close, (but it's Not going to do it up in the mountains)
What is the VA rating of a Honda 2000i ? 1600 VA ?
When it comes to running a converter from a generator, it's the generator VA rating that is important
Not the watts listing on the box or model number
Voltage set point 14.4v
Again looking for the VA and the PF and watts
Not looking at output of converter until I get all the Kill-A-Watt numbers
Visible VA surge 1593
115.8 vac
12.86 amps
PF 0.74
1115 watts
Settled VA 1500 avg
DC volts 14.28 at converter terminals, (did not check voltage at batteries, very short cables) DC amps 74.7
Again at Sea Level a 2000w might handle this, But it's close, (but it's Not going to do it up in the mountains)
What is the VA rating of a Honda 2000i ? 1600 VA ?
When it comes to running a converter from a generator, it's the generator VA rating that is important
Not the watts listing on the box or model number
