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tlaffourtit
Nomad
Sep 08, 2014

inverter, batteries,converter,tranfer switch, etc.

We own a 2015 thor ace 30.2 motor home. We are installing a 5000w pure sine wave inverter using 870ah batteries(12v). We are using 12v batteries because I was given them for free and they are deep ce...
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time2roll
Nomad
Sep 08, 2014
Is that 8 batteries in parallel? Going to need 600 amp bus bars to connect.




Just need a 50 amp transfer switch. (50a RV assumed) Insert between existing TS and the main panel. Converter needs to be moved to get power from before the added switch.

I have seen a 3-way transfer switch but not at this power level.

This inverter? Get a copy of the installation manual and read it at least twice before you buy.

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