Which inverter?

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In our Roadtrek (Class B) we have an inverter that is used just to run the TV and the DVD player. We think it wrecked the TV. When I put our electrical checker on it there were just 101 volts and there was another message about open neutral.

We're looking to replace it with a new inverter - we know nothing about them and I do remember reading here about pure sine wave or something. :@

So - what size do we need for just those 2 items - how many watts - and should it be a pure sine wave one?

lwiddis · Answer

Pure sine wave is the safest route and I’d suggest a 300 watt inverter for a TV and DVD if you don’t want look up their individual power needs.

This one has worked well for me for over a year — BESTEK 300Watt Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter Car Adapter DC 12V to AC 110V with 4.2A Dual…Amazon $50.

theoldwizard1 · Answer

You DEFINITELY. Want a pure sine wave inverter. They cost a bit more, but are worth it. Lots of brands too choose from.

If all you are going to use it for is the DVD and the TV and maybe a laptop charger, 300W - 500W is plenty.

time2roll · Answer

101 volts is probably due to MSW and is normal. Open neutral is also normal and will not hurt a thing. Most tvs have a brick to supply lower DC to the tv. Have seen some things run hot on MSW although for this it should not be an issue. Signal interference might be a bigger trouble but maybe not with digital signals today.

Anyway I recommend a 200 or 400 watt Go Power sine wave inverter.

https://gpelectric.com/products/400-watt-industrial-pure-sine-wave-inverter/

pasusan · Answer

Thanks for the input guys! Will look into a new one 300 - 500 watts...

fisherman · Answer

I've had one of these for about 10 years now to power the TV and satellite receiver.  Simple install and no issues. https://gpelectric.com/products/300-watt-pure-sine-wave-inverter/

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