What size inverter do I need?
Our Casita trailer has one Duracell AGM battery and a 100V Renogy portable solar panel. By 11 AM, the battery is typically 100% charged so we don't use all that much (I presume). Inside the RV, we u...
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Inverters. be they MSW or PSW/TSW run around 85-90% efficient (Varies slightly model to model) so if you are putting out 1800 watts you are drawing about 2,000
So calculate the maximum load.. Add a bit for safety (I'd use at least a 2,000 inverter or a 1500 watt load) Figure motors may need as much as 5 times their rated wattage for starting (Or more in some cases)
That about covers it. 2,000 watt is what I used. Microwave OR coffee maker plus television/radio and a few tiny loads like LED night light or clock. .
So calculate the maximum load.. Add a bit for safety (I'd use at least a 2,000 inverter or a 1500 watt load) Figure motors may need as much as 5 times their rated wattage for starting (Or more in some cases)
That about covers it. 2,000 watt is what I used. Microwave OR coffee maker plus television/radio and a few tiny loads like LED night light or clock. .
