Inverter out -- extension cord?
I have read that some use extension cord as the ac out on their inverter. We plan to run a flat panel tv, dvd player, or satellite box with our 600 watt inverter. I need to run about 40 feet from the ...
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Thanks everyone.
1.MrWizard, the CB (circuit breaker?), transfer switch, and OEM circuit will be within 1' or so of each other. The only romex "run" will be from the inverter ~ 15' away. Since I am reinforcing the front storage compartment for the additional batteries, and installing the new inverter I had to drop the "corrugated plastic" anyway. I just don't have to run 30' to the rear of the 5er.
2.smkettner, I decided to move the new "converter" (PD9270)to the front compartment near the battery bank, (4ea,CR235 GC batteries) wired with #4ga, as from GenuinedealZ (nice recommendation), as well as mounting the "inverter" close by.
3.smkettner, When the 5er is at home I usually have it on shore power. I think your idea of wiring the inverter to the NC side of the TS sounds good. Since I did not plan to leave the inverter on all the time the reset issue would be an issue anyway. I was looking at the Progressive Dynamics PD5110010V, is that the one you installed?
4 smkettner "What converter do you have now? Are you moving for faster charging? What size wire connects the battery to main panel?
The original converter was a WFCO 8955 that went belly-up! The upgrade to the PD9270 was based on inputs from you and others regarding the quality and charging algorithm. The new placement was certainly based on better charging capabilities. The main feed from the converter to the dc distribution panel is #6. (that last question was because of the battery/converter distance, correct?)
1.MrWizard, the CB (circuit breaker?), transfer switch, and OEM circuit will be within 1' or so of each other. The only romex "run" will be from the inverter ~ 15' away. Since I am reinforcing the front storage compartment for the additional batteries, and installing the new inverter I had to drop the "corrugated plastic" anyway. I just don't have to run 30' to the rear of the 5er.
2.smkettner, I decided to move the new "converter" (PD9270)to the front compartment near the battery bank, (4ea,CR235 GC batteries) wired with #4ga, as from GenuinedealZ (nice recommendation), as well as mounting the "inverter" close by.
3.smkettner, When the 5er is at home I usually have it on shore power. I think your idea of wiring the inverter to the NC side of the TS sounds good. Since I did not plan to leave the inverter on all the time the reset issue would be an issue anyway. I was looking at the Progressive Dynamics PD5110010V, is that the one you installed?
4 smkettner "What converter do you have now? Are you moving for faster charging? What size wire connects the battery to main panel?
The original converter was a WFCO 8955 that went belly-up! The upgrade to the PD9270 was based on inputs from you and others regarding the quality and charging algorithm. The new placement was certainly based on better charging capabilities. The main feed from the converter to the dc distribution panel is #6. (that last question was because of the battery/converter distance, correct?)
