How long will single battery last with heater running?
We may have our first opportunity to dry camp mid winter for one night. Do I stand a chance of surviving on a single deep cycle 12V battery, or should I just plan on buying my first i2000?
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philh wrote:
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We're making a trip in early winter. Trailer will be winterized, before we leave, question which I have to answer before we leave, will it be warm enough to carry water in the tank, or wait until we get to our destination. . .
Tanks will take a long time to freeze, even if exposed, simply because of the mass of the water. If the outlet pipe from an exposed tank is also exposed, it will freeze easily if it has water in it. Pex plumbing will not crack open if water in it freezes, but the fittings may.
If you’re looking to camp one night on the road with heat but little other electricity usage, you should be fine for one night. Especially if you turn the heat well down and use warm covers instead. Once you are on the road the next day, presumably, the battery should recharge.
Wayne
