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Observation about the right size inverter for the job...

When buying a power inverter it is VERY important to choose the size based on what you will be using the inverter for. Your concern should be in energy efficiency and the reliability and life of the inverter.

Inverter Rating

Inverters have two wattage ratings. One is their Peak Rating. This is the MAXIMUM wattage that can be drawn for a very short period of time, as in starting up an appliance.

The other rating is its top continuous wattage rating. Note the word "top".

You DO NOT want to buy an inverter that will be running at its top continuous rating. This greatly reduces the efficiency of the inverter and its reliability. And this IS the main reason that inverters fail, when they do.

That would be similar to running an automobile at its top speed all of the time. Obviously it will break down sooner than if driven at half its top speed.

Inverter Size Choice

Give some thought to what you are going to use the inverter for. Then add up the total wattage of all the appliances that you wish to use with the inverter. Multiply this number by two (2) and that will tell you the continuous wattage size of inverter you need. This is not the Peak wattage amount.

Example

If the total wattage of all the appliances that you intend to connect to the inverter add up to 1100 watts, then you would be best to buy a 2000 watt continous, 4000 watt peak performance inverter.

Doing it this way will give you much better efficiency and longevity for your inverter.

Chuck
Founder

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