Outlets work while towing?

Those RV 12v connectors are good for maybe 4 amps or 40 watts. Beware they are often a slightly smaller size than the standard automotive cigar plug so you may have difficulty pushing the connector in all the way.

Raife wrote:
It is 56W if all the ports are running full PoE...I will only be running 1.

Ok. Sounds like you'll be fine using a 12v outlet. Just don't get tempted to plug much else in! Inverters can be addicting and find all kinds of uses.

I suggest getting a pure sine good quality inverter should you go this route. The auto parts store inverters have a tendency to overheat after a while.. at least the el cheapo I had did.

It is 56W if all the ports are running full PoE...I will only be running 1.

The switch itself uses 3.95 just to run...it can then provide up to 15.4W for each port for a maximum of 56W for all ports.

I will be running 1 port with a maximum draw over PoE of 12.6W...so a potential maximum of 16.55W

Raife wrote:
TP-Link 5 Port Gigabit PoE Switch
Power consumption = 3.95 W (220V/50Hz. no PD connected)

I see 56 watts.. am I reading that right?

Raife wrote:
So I have been doing some more research and on several sites regarding inverter installs mention a 12V outlet...does my Imagine have any 12V outlets? Then I can just plug in a small inverter rather than wiring anything.

A 12v outlet is a round jack like the cigarette lighter port in your vehicle. You can look around and see if you have one. Check around your bedroom and near the television.

This is the item that will be powered through AC:

TP-Link 5 Port Gigabit PoE Switch
Power consumption = 3.95 W (220V/50Hz. no PD connected)

It will then be powering through PoE a TP-Link Omada AC1350 Gigabit Ceiling Mount Wireless Access Point
Maximum power consumption = 12.6W (over PoE)

So it looks like total max is = 16.55W (switch and access point)

I have not figured out the mounting location yet, but as I thought about it last night, I may install the equipment in the back of my "closet" which is right up against the upper front wall of the trailer (closest to the TV). So the range on the Pepwave MAX Transit CAT18 may reach the vehicle fine (seats are ~15-18 feet away). If that is the case than I can do everything with just the Pepwave which will be 12V powered and not need an inverter.

I'm headed to the trailer today (it is in storage) to do some scouting.

I also wonder if I can use the solar port already on the roof to run the antenna cable...? I haven't popped it open yet. We have no plans to do solar anytime in the future. Can I repurpose this existing hole in my roof?

Thank you

OP To help understand what will work without potential issues the equipment loads and wiring gauge and lengths are required. Or with the equipment available amp draw and voltage drop can be measured which would help to determine safe operation.

2oldman wrote:

Raife wrote:
Then I can just plug in a small inverter rather than wiring anything.

You may find one near your entertainment center or antenna wiring, but it's not a good idea. The wires are small and won't handle much of a load, plus they'll get hot.

Correct. All but the smallest inverters, when run through those long small-gauge wire will waste a LOT of power. Those electrons will see those long runs of small-gauge wire as RESISTANCE and turn their valuable energy into HEAT. So, voltage to the inverter is diminished and draw on the battery bank is higher.

Raife wrote:
Then I can just plug in a small inverter rather than wiring anything.

You may find one near your entertainment center or antenna wiring, but it's not a good idea. The wires are small and won't handle much of a load, plus they'll get hot.

So I have been doing some more research and on several sites regarding inverter installs mention a 12V outlet...does my Imagine have any 12V outlets? Then I can just plug in a small inverter rather than wiring anything.