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Inverter Issues

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by AArtemtrk, Sep 9, 2020.

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  1. Sep 9, 2020 #11
    truckdriver31

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    so 117v x 6.0 amps= 702 watts. but remember thats the running amps. start up amps may surge to 8-10. that would put you close to half or over half. your inverter cant handle it.
     
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  3. Sep 9, 2020 #12
    AArtemtrk

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    Do you think a 3500w would handle that kind of surge?
     
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  4. Sep 9, 2020 #13
    truckdriver31

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    yes. just use bigger wires tho.
     
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  5. Sep 9, 2020 #14
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    what are you trying to do. like whats your set up
     
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  7. Sep 9, 2020 #15
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    I just need enough power for this portable A/C unit I have the generator for when I’m parked but running down the road it would be nice to use the inverter to power it. I gutted my whole A/C system (condenser, compressor and lines) from the truck so fixing that is not an option. I have no other appliances.
     
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  8. Sep 9, 2020 #16
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    is it a portable or window or roof top
     
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  9. Sep 9, 2020 #17
    AArtemtrk

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    It’s one of those roll around ones that has a vent hose that goes out the window.
     
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  10. Sep 9, 2020 #18
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    good. glad you vent it out.
     
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