Inverter FAQ

1. How long is your transportation time?

Depending on where you are, the transportation time to the United States can be anywhere from 5-7 working days.

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3. Can I use an inverter while driving?

In fact, it may actually be better for your car than running the inverter without driving. A power inverter will drain your car's battery in order to power any external tools. However, when your engine starts, your battery consumes the gasoline in your car to power it, thus reducing the likelihood of battery depletion.

4. Can I use the power inverter for my car when the engine is off?

Yes, when it is used for a 300 watt load, the average car battery will provide about 25-55 minutes of power with the engine off. If the load is a 40 watt laptop, the on time will be longer. The inverter has an undervoltage alarm and undervoltage protection circuit. If the battery voltage drops to 10 volts, the undervoltage protection circuit is activated and the output voltage is cut off. It can prevent car engine starting accident caused by low battery voltage. If we prepare another battery and connect it to the car battery, we can double the operating time of the power inverter.

5. What can a 2000w inverter run?

A 2000 watt power inverter can run a lot of different appliances and devices. Some of the things you can run with a 2000 watt power inverter include a coffee maker, a toaster, a hair dryer, a microwave, and even a TV.

6. What will a 3000 watt inverter run?

A 3000 watt inverter can run several lighting devices, refrigerators, microwave ovens, coffee makers, household devices, computers, charge several smartphones.

A list of appliances that can be run on a 3000 watt inverter
Coffee maker or microwave oven - 1000 watts each
Toaster - 1200 watts
Refrigerator - 750 watts
Freezer - 600 watts
Computer - 150 watts
Stereo - 300 watts
TV - 250 watts
Portable electric heater - 1200 watts
Ceiling fan - 140 watts

7. what can a 4000 watt inverter run?

Heavy-duty applications such as microwave ovens, washing machines and hair dryers can be achieved with the 4000 Watt power inverter.

8. how many batteries for 3000 watt inverter?

For a 3000 watt inverter, the number of batteries you need depends on the number of amps per hour they have.
For example, the average car battery is rated at 50Ah. If you are buying a battery pack that is also 50Ah, you will need six for the 3000 watt inverter. If your battery is rated at 100Ah, you will only need three, and for a 170Ah rated battery, you will only need two.

9. how many amps does a 2000w inverter draw?

If you set the maximum power of the inverter to 2000 watts, you will pull 2000 watts / 12 volts = 166.6 DC amps per hour.
If you use a 200 amp 12 volt battery, you will divide by 200 amp battery / 166.6 amps = 1.2 hours of run time.

10. What are the important matters when using inverter?

The output voltage of the power inverter is 110V AC. One has to pay special attention to it when it is in a relatively small space and movable state. It is best to place the inverter in a safe place to prevent electric shock. When not in use, be sure to disconnect the power. The inverter should not be placed near a hot air outlet or in direct sunlight. Do not place other objects on or near the inverter. Do not leave it in the rain or sprinkle water. The inverter is very afraid of water and may be damaged by water.

For more information about the important matters when using inverter, you can check this article: What to pay attention to when using the inverter

11. How do I wire batteries together? What is series vs. parallel?

The proper wiring of your battery bank is essential to the function and longevity of your system. When batteries are not wired correctly, your system may not work at all or could suffer permanent damage. So remember: series increases voltage and parallel increases amps. Series is created by connecting the positive terminal of battery one to the negative terminal of battery two. Parallel is created by connecting batteries positive to positive and negative to negative.

12. How should I size my inverter for loads that require starting surge?

Multiply the running watts of the device/appliance by the Surge Factor to determine the continuous wattage of the inverter for powering loads that require starting surge.

NOTE: The surge power rating specified for this inverter is only valid for a very short duration of less than 1 second. If you are using this inverter to start a motor-based load, it may take up to 5 seconds to complete the starting process. When choosing an inverter, use only the continuous power rating of this inverter.

13. How far should inverter be from my batteries?

Inverters should be mounted as close to the battery bank as possible to minimize voltage drop; however, if the distance between the inverter and the battery bank exceeds 10-12 ft., you will need to size the gauge of your cables to the next available size up.

14. What is the difference between a 12V, 24V and 48V inverter?

A 12-V can be fed from a 12V battery or a DC supply. Similarly, 24V and 48V inverters can be fed from 24V and 48V batteries/DC power supplies, respectively. Cars usually have 12V batteries, but trucks have 24V batteries.

15. how big of inverter do i need for my rv?

This depends on the actual load power of the RV. For high-power appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators, the starting current is equivalent to 3-9 times of the normal working current, so it is necessary to choose an inverter with more power. Take 24V 3000W inverter as an example, if the sum of the rated power of the loads used in the RV at the same time does not exceed 2800W, 3000W can ensure a stable current. It should also be noted that in order to prolong the service life of the inverter, don't run it at full load for a long time and don't use it when the rated power exceeds 80%.

16. how the inverter works?

An inverter is a device that converts direct current (DC) electricity to alternating current (AC). It is a very useful device because it can be used in many environments, including cars, RVs, trucks and houses. DC power can come from a car battery or a household battery. The AC power converted by the inverter can be used directly to charge cell phones, laptops, iPads, or to power an electric fan or refrigerator in the car.

17. What is the difference between DC and AC power?

DC power is the direct current that is drawn from the battery and is used to power several types of RV appliances, like lights and water pumps. AC power is the alternating current that is used in your home. An inverter in your RV converts your DC battery power into AC for AC-powered devices such as TVs, hair dryers or coffee makers.

18. what is inverter efficiency?

The inverter will consume some of the input power during operation. The output power will be lower than the input power. The efficiency of a power inverter is the ratio of the output power to the input power. If the input power is 100 watts (from a DC power source), the output power is only 80 watts (from an AC power source). Therefore, the efficiency of the inverter is only 80%. When using an inverter, it is best not to supply more than 80% of the rated power to the equipment or to use it continuously for long periods of time.

19. What are the types of power inverter?

Power inverters can be classified into two categories: the sine wave inverter and the square wave inverter. The sine wave inverter outputs power that is the same as the grid power we use every day. This is because it does not produce any electromagnetic pollution. The square wave inverter, on the other hand, outputs a poor quality square wave alternating current. This is because the positive and negative maximum values are generated almost at the same time, causing severe destabilizing effects on the load.

For more information about Types of Inverters, you can check this article: Types of Inverters.

20. What is the difference between a pure sine wave and a modified sine wave inverter?

All AC devices can run with pure sine wave power. However, when using a modified sine wave inverter, you may need to be careful which devices you choose to run off of it. Some devices, like portable tool chargers, high-end TVs and stereos, CPAP machines, and microwaves, run poorly on modified sine wave power.