Why my inverter makes noise
Unusual sounds from your inverter is a cause for alarm. If you are like me, thoughts of an impending fire or explosion immediately come to mind when you hear them. These noises can be a sign of a fault about … Read more
Inverters
How to fix inverter tripping
Inverter circuit breakers help protect and guard against damage to the inverter and reduce the risk of firein the event of an electric fault. These circuit breakers provide overload and short-circuit protection. Sometimes though, these circuit breakers can trip repeatedly … Read more
How to Fix an Inverter Overload Fault
Note: The information provided here is intended as a guide. Always consult the owner manual supplied with your inverter model. Do not hesitate to contact the inverter manufacturer or a qualified inverter technician for assistance. While for the most part, … Read more
How Much Power Does an Inverter Draw with No Load Connected?
Wondering how much of the battery power an inverter continues to draw even when no appliance is plugged in? Over time, the impact of an inverter’s standby power draw can be more significant than more people realize. A battery can … Read more
How many watts can a 40 amp charge controller handle?
As a guide, the maximum number of watts that a 40 amp PWM charge controller can handle is approximately 480W for a 12 V battery system and 960W for a 24 V system provided it is mounted in a well-ventilated … Read more
What will a 2000 watt inverter run?
A good quality 2,000W rated inverter can run appliance(s) provided their total continuous and surge power consumption do not exceed 2,000 and 4,000 W. And even then, this assumes that the inverter is well ventilated to be able to continuously … Read more
What will a 1500 watt Inverter Run?
A good quality 1,500-watt, 12 V inverter can be used to run several household appliances, consumer electronics, and selected power tools reliably for a long time. There’re two keys – make sure you do not exceed its power limits and … Read more
What will a 1000 watt inverter run?
A 1,000 W inverter can run appliances in the small to medium size-light duty category (examples below) provided the total power consumption of the connected appliances does not exceed: its continuous power rating of 1,000w and maximum surge power of … Read more
300 Watt Inverter: The Ultimate Guide to Safe Usage and Appliances You Can Run
A 300-watt inverter can be the perfect device you need to power your low-wattage appliances when on the road, perhaps it in your car, RV, or Van. But what appliances can you safely connect to it? What are its limitations? … Read more
Inverter Buying guide
Choosing the right inverter for your needs – perhaps it is for use in your rv, car, boat or just home, can be overwhelming so much information out there from several manufacturers and resellers! I have listed below my top … Read more
