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Printer/scanner power...

Discussion in 'Trucking Electronics, Gadgets and Software Forum' started by BACON XXL, Mar 31, 2016.

  1. Mar 31, 2016 #1
    BACON XXL

    BACON XXL Light Load Member

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    How big of an inverter will I need to get to run a small office printer/scanner? I looked for manufacture specs but can't find any info. I am trying to stay with a small inverter because my truck is due to get replaced in a year or so. I need the printer to print off BOL from dispatch for blind deliveries. Everything else is 12v dc. Thanks for the help!
     
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  3. Mar 31, 2016 #2
    DoubleO7

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    I'm nt sure what the wattage is, but I use a small inverter that plugs into a cigarette lighter and it does just fine. I think it was about $30.
     
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  4. Mar 31, 2016 #3
    BACON XXL

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    @DoubleO7 What kind of printer are you using?
     
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  5. Mar 31, 2016 #4
    DoubleO7

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    Epson XP-424 from Wal Mart
     
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  7. Mar 31, 2016 #5
    VeryBigTrouble

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  8. Apr 1, 2016 #6
    GO BOT TRUCK

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    I have an HP Office Jet 3830, and I use a Cobra 400 Watt Inverter (Cigar Lighter Plug In Style) I bought from pilot for $30 bucks. Works great with no issues.
     
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  9. Apr 1, 2016 #7
    BACON XXL

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    Perfect! Thanks for all the good info!
     
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  10. Apr 3, 2016 #8
    snowwy

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    any 140 watt invertor will work just fine. they run $20 at walmart. Mine charges laptop AND runs printer/scanner.
     
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  11. Apr 3, 2016 #9
    BACON XXL

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    Thanks for all the replies. I bought a new printer and laptop and a 500w inverter.
     
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