Inverter Disconnect (Lengthy)
I'm in the process of installing an inverter disconnect relay. This will cut off the feed from the battery--not the 120 volt output to devices/appliances. Here is my hypothesis if you want to call ...
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Hi Happy,
As I have two charging paths from the engine, I used twin 100 amp remotely controlled continuous duty solenoids. The "activation" coil on each draws 0.88 amps. I have replaced the OEM 60 amp fuse with twin 50 amp auto reset circuit breakers.
The inverter is direct connected to the twin "house" banks. I use a Napa 1000 amp contacting 100 amp continues duty switches. (the type with a plastic "key")
All the switch live behind the driver's seat so I can disconnect on the fly.
I find I can run the 1200 watt water heater for about 20 minutes at highway speeds before voltage starts to sag on the engine side. I disconnect when I see 12.3 volts and allow the alternator to catch up for 30 minutes.
As I have two charging paths from the engine, I used twin 100 amp remotely controlled continuous duty solenoids. The "activation" coil on each draws 0.88 amps. I have replaced the OEM 60 amp fuse with twin 50 amp auto reset circuit breakers.
The inverter is direct connected to the twin "house" banks. I use a Napa 1000 amp contacting 100 amp continues duty switches. (the type with a plastic "key")
All the switch live behind the driver's seat so I can disconnect on the fly.
I find I can run the 1200 watt water heater for about 20 minutes at highway speeds before voltage starts to sag on the engine side. I disconnect when I see 12.3 volts and allow the alternator to catch up for 30 minutes.
