Is 15' extension cord OK off inverter?
I have a 400 watt inverter that is dedicated solely for use with my Dish ViP211z receiver. It only draws .42 amps or 12 watts as read off my Killawatt and .38amps 10 watts draw off the 12 volt as rea...
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sch911 wrote:Yes, when I installed my 1000 W MSW inverter I installed the inverter right above my batteries about 1.5 ft away with very heavy wire. It is inside my dinette seat, from there I ran a 20 ft extension cord back to my 50 amp plug and that powers the whole house. Secured the ext cord snugly to the frame using HD tie wraps. In practice I mostly use it to vacuum or watch TV occasionally.
Yes, it's fine. It's always better to extend the AC side over the DC side.
