New inverter--Tripp Lite Powerverter 2000

[westend]

This Tripp Lite inverter was gifted to me. I'll be installing it, in the future, in my TT to run the 120V devices, while boondocking.

Anyone have any experience with this monster?

As a side note, I know I'll have to increase my 300AH of batteries to get close to 2000W of load (probably will never see anything close to that for daily use). The price was right with this and it will fit nicely into my future electrical upgrades.

[westend]

MrWizard wrote:
i don't have the remote pendant
never needed it
the inverter is on full time, unless i'm working on the batteries cables
it has a load sense feature, adjust it for the smallest load, you will use
(fridge light ?) and the idle current will be minimal

Yes, I see that the Powerverters have a current sense system and shut off when power is not being drawn. I will probably end up with Master battery switch for it that can remove 12V power from the inverter. Thanks for your input!

I would recommed you try to google the manual

Have done just that, it's available at Tripp Lite's product site: Product support

[MrWizard]

i don't have the remote pendant
never needed it
the inverter is on full time, unless i'm working on the batteries cables
it has a load sense feature, adjust it for the smallest load, you will use
(fridge light ?) and the idle current will be minimal

[wa8yxm]

I would recommed you try to google the manual

I woudl also recommend 0000ga or bigger wire if under 5 feet, bigger if longer

Tape the positive and negative wires side by side (or use a split loom) for as much of the run as possible

And one pair of GC-2 batteries or equal for every 1,000 watts capacity. OR MORE

[westend]

GordonThree wrote:
3000 watt overload for an hour, that's impressive. Good sign that it's overbuilt on the inside, heavier fets and good cooling.

Nice gift!

The transformer in this must be a monster. Mfg states unit is 39 lbs but it feels like a heavy 40 lbs. :@
Maybe, if it isn't too difficult, I'll remove the case panels and have a look inside. Probably needs a dusting, anyway.

Yeah, the gifter and I trade a lot. He is a hoarder/scavenger, like me.

Mr Wizard wrote:
I have the 1250 and it has performed flawlessly for 7 years
Make coffee in the morning, run the MW, vacuum, etc..
Industrial quality, designed to run motors for years

Good stuff, I remembered you had a Tripp Lite.
I can't find any info on low voltage shutdown value in the owner's manual. I'll check the tech specifications and see if that's listed. I'll also be doing some testing in the shop, because it's easy.

My initial plan is to power the whole load center with a transfer switch and this inverter. Main loads will be a small AC unit and the microwave, possibly a coffee pot. I will leave in place the PS 1000W inverter, using that for TV's, various entertainment devices, computers, and any other delicate loads that may come along. I have a couple dedicated receptacles for the PS inverter.

Mr Wiz,
Do you have the remote pendant and, if so, does that work well for you?

[MrWizard]

I have the 1250 and it has performed flawlessly for 7 years
Make coffee in the morning, run the MW, vacuum, etc..
Industrial quality, designed to run motors for years

[GordonThree]

3000 watt overload for an hour, that's impressive. Good sign that it's overbuilt on the inside, heavier fets and good cooling.

Nice gift!

[aruba5er]

I had one ( maybe not your model) a modified sine wave. I used 2 very large diesel truck starting batterys in parallel and found it sucked the life out of them. Starting the Microwave would sometimes cause the inverter to shut off on low voltage. I took it out of the camper and used it in my service truck for tools (drills, skil saws etc) where I could start the engine and use the inverter while the battery was being charged. Found it was easier to run my Honda 2000.

[westend]

BFL13 wrote:
This one?

https://invertersrus.com/product/tripplite-pv2000fc/

Not too clear whether one of the two outlets can do all the watts or whether each can do half. You can ask their tech support.

Be worth finding out the shut-off voltages for high and low. Typical would be 10.5 low (alarming at 11) and 15 high.

It is good that it is rated to run induction loads too. Note that some few things don't like MSW, such as electric blankets. Most things will run ok including newer microwaves.

Yup, that's the beast.
I see there are a couple of switches and a RJ45(?) port on the back face plate. I'll download the manual and see what is up about settings.
I think Mr Wizard has one one of these Tripp Lites and has commented about how good they do with induction loads. A future AC addition will need something like that.

[BFL13]

This one?

https://invertersrus.com/product/tripplite-pv2000fc/

Not too clear whether one of the two outlets can do all the watts or whether each can do half. You can ask their tech support.

Be worth finding out the shut-off voltages for high and low. Typical would be 10.5 low (alarming at 11) and 15 high.

It is good that it is rated to run induction loads too. Note that some few things don't like MSW, such as electric blankets. Most things will run ok including newer microwaves.

[sjholt]

I have a 1500 and it works fine.