Kickass 12V / 240V Power Inverters for Camping

[@samuelMC2487]

Just on modified sine wave, I was always under the impression that due to the power sine wave created that your better off using them for simple electronics such as fans and not to use them for charging complex devices such laptops with the possibility of damaging the battery or electronics

[@phylaxxx]

The advantage of a pure sine wave inverter is actually only really seen when operating things such as fans, fridges or anything else with an ac motor. There are also a few smaller things such as electric toothbrush chargers and sensitive medical equipment that require a pure sine wave to avoid permanent damage. Back to the ac motors, you can run them on a modified sine wave but they become very inefficient and will run slower and hotter then normal and tend to create a buzzing sound. As for computers and pretty much anything else that lies in the realm of battery charging, a modified sinewave inverter is generally just fine because the ac power is rectified back into dc by a switchmode power supply (known to most as the power brick). This is however quite inefficient as you are going from dc to ac back to dc and might as well just get a boost / buck converter and skip the ac (inverter) step entirely.

[@jims353]

Suggestion use a Pure Sine Wave inverter.Instead of Modified one.

[@ollie620]

Legend mate, this was so clear to understand, making a confusing thing so simple, cheers

[@KickAssProducts]

Thanks Oliver!

[@ShaunStreet]

Thanks for answering pretty much all questions I had about inverters. I'm just a novice, so great job buddy. Thanks!

[@theresaherd2296]

What size inverter will power a electric blanket full or queen size

[@electronicfun9296]

amazing, it gave me an electronics class and finally helped me understand inverters

[@joebartell3656]

If anyone needs to figure out watts just multiply your volts x amps. Your amps can be measured by putting a amp Meter on one of your hot legs. Or just look at the amps on the nameplate of the device

[@joshuawright9852]

Thanks for the 20% rule. Just what I was needing.

[@HDXFH]

My Mishto inverter performs well on a 2KW load 400 Ah battery bank is a must minimum

[@fineformstudio9579]

Thanks Clayton. Where are these manufactured? Oh, and be careful heating plain water in a microwave. You can super heat it and it can explode. Stay safe!

[@drewgriffiths6423]

Great video. Thanks. Do I need a RCD after the inverter to prevent electic shocks?

[@darylrintoule8559]

What Lithium battery would you reccomend to compliment the 2000aH inverter??

[@ysammo214]

Do you need to run this off a separate 12v battery to the one your car is running off? How would you charge your devices while the car is running?

[@brianmccutcheon3205]

You explained everything so very well. Thank you

[@VladFredK]

very important you have the intro music blasting like crazy but then I have to turn it all the way up to hear you talk

[@ianmill1]

Thanks for the video, I am looking at getting one of your 3000 watt inverters, can you tell me are the 240 volts sockets 15 amp ? I want to be able to connect one straight to my 240 volt system in my caravan through an automatic changeover switch and would need to run a 15 amp cable to do so.

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Ian, the sockets on our inverter are 240V 10A, as 15A sockets would require considerably more power. Unfortunately, backfeeding 240V of any amperage into the sockets of the inverter will destroy the internal components, and so we strongly recommend against permanently mounting this into a 240V system that runs both mains power and inverted power.

[@greenmoss]

Superb video and presentation thank you. I have just purchased a 2000W (2 x 1000W). It doesn't appear that I could run a 1200W microwave using the Silverline 2000W? would you agree.

[@masonnagle]

I'm keen to hear the response to this question. I've had the same thought.

[@shutthegate8232]

Awesome work mate.

[@howardescoffery4950]

Please can you do a video display on fridges

[@floe3149]

Excellent Video. Very Clear

[@nicholaswilliams4336]

How long could you run 240 volt power tools ( saws, drills etc ) using a 12 volt car battery via an inverter and what inverter would you recommend ?

[@KickAssProducts]

G'day Nick,so many facters involved but here is a quick calculation you can do As a simple rule, multiply battery amp-hours (Ah) by 12 to find watt-hours, and divide by the load watts to find run time hours. Finally, multiply run time hours by 95% to account for inverter losses. Hope this helps Cheers Craig

[@stevo3644]

Great video and I just bought your 2000 watt inverter and microwave combo 👍

[@freedomrider266]

Please tell me that your batteries with the Anderson plug and other plug-ins are available in the USA, or can be shipped to the USA? Thanks.

[@ronny1734]

Aims power inverters are great

[@carolscabinas]

Wish you'd talked about fridges

[@brettcakes]

I can take my microwave to the beach now. Thanks.

[@johneygd]

Those invertors are magical devices ,just wow.

[@christinamoneyhan5688]

Does your product have 1000 watt inverters that operate 12 volt D.C. to 120 volt AC. Pure sine wave .?

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Christina, our inverters output 240V AC. Sorry for any inconvenience!

[@WillMcAllister3144]

Always a great and informative presentation

[@johneygd]

Am angry about his stupid annoying intro & and outro as it ripped my ears off with it’s loud rock & roll sound, once i was wearing a earphone , why aaarrrggg😡😡😡🥵

[@donkydo5020]

And dont use moore then 75% of ur max load 12v 5000w or 2000w inverter 200amp so 150 amp most u wana use on 12vsystem no matter even if inverter 10000w 12v inverter

[@snoopy81]

Can u explain more ?why not using 10000w for welding?

[@tubestick00]

Marmite on toast for me mate

[@naoufelmelayh240]

need , 220 v ac , to 12 v dc inverter or converter ?

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Naoufel, we don't sell AC to DC converters sorry!

[@maximolotov]

I need to charge 18v drill batteries in my car . Each battery charger draws 85w. Can I run 300w inverter from cars sigarette lighter port which will ensure my 18v batteries are getting charged by my 85w batteries charges as fast as if I would charge at home

[@needsomehike]

When calculating inverter vs appliance numbers all we have to do is to calculate the Wattage? with 20% "head room" 800W appliance needed a 1000W inverter? Don't we have to calculate Amps as well? e.g. No.1, load that needed 800W, 800W / 240V = 3.33, so we need 3.3 Amps .1000W / 240V = 4.16 Amps. so we can power the load with a 1000W inverter. e.g. No.2, at 7:52 the microwave oven is drawing 1200W. inverter can output 2000W/240=8.3Amps, the oven needed 1200W/240= 5 Amps so we can power that oven. is this the right way to calculate it or is there an error in my thinking>? Any helpful input would be much appreciated.

[@carlosjiang392]

You need to calculate how much you are drawing from the 12v battery dc, not from 240v ac. So you need to divided by12. 1200w/12v = 120amp dc . You are drawing 120 amp from your battery if you use your 1200w microwave.

[@Stravinsky14]

Super clear and helpful explanation- many thanks 🙏

[@KickAssProducts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edwardcody588]

Ok the ultimate question I have is I bought a nissan leaf and a 220 to 240 I can't remember but its a level 2 charger will one of these 240 inverters work

[@rockandmeatroll]

Brilliant presentation skills, thanks!!

[@mrmahamadsyazwan8040]

Can i use this for my lcd projector? Will it harm my lcd projector? Any tips?

[@KickAssProducts]

These should be fine to run a projector Ahmed, just check the wattage rating of your projector :)

[@John-gm8ty]

so, what IS the low battery cut off? every inverter I've seen thus far, is 10.1v. and no way to change that setting.

[@KickAssProducts]

Low voltage alarm and shut down is 10.5V when under load. Once cut out and the battery is no longer under load, the battery voltage should bounce back to 11.8-11.9V

[@tonydowns8807]

Very useful information. Helped tremendously. Thanks.

[@KickAssProducts]

Great to hear!

[@lionschannel.3822]

Good job. I want to have a battery bank of two 150AH batteries connected in series. What size of inverter should I order please. Thanks.

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Nems, the size of the inverter that you require is actually determined by the appliances you are wanting to use. So if you have a 700w Kettle, you will require at minimum a 1000w inverter.

[@jimlloyd2961]

Nems. Further to yoru question, you would never connect your battery's in Series. If you are looking for maximum output for yoru Inverter. You should run your 12 volt battery's in parallel. If you run 12 Volts batteries in Parallel the Voltage (12 Volts) stays the same and the Amps (output capacity) would double. (in the case you connect two batteries together). Also worth noting, is the battery Amp/Hr rating must be the same. I.e: You shouldn't connect a 120A/Hr battery with a 100A/hr battery. Hope this helps.

[@edgarrenteria7793]

So much information. thank you!!!

[@abcymg8928]

I have question, I wonder what's the minimum battery watts to be connected to the converter ?

[@terrysibley4849]

I'm off grid in AZ. I need 220 volt investor that will carry 30 amps @220 volts. Is it possible. It's for my welding machine. Any help or info would be greatly appreciated

[@Coopdundee]

Good lesson my Aussie friend, thank you, great information f

[@rezafarsad1779]

Beautiful 👍🏻

[@mannyalali2022]

Microwaves aren't that important outdoor you can cook so many recipies using air fryer spacialy the ones comes with rotisserie

[@raymondgasga6842]

how sad coz not available here in Philippines.

[@markhooshmand5712]

Thank you so much for that video you just answered all my questions.

[@rockandmeatroll]

Can you daisy chain something like truck batteries if they are both 12v?

[@kerouacist]

Excellent presentation, thankyou.

[@KickAssProducts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dannyhines3846]

Do you guys ship to the united states yet. I checked about a year ago and the answer was no. Hope you do by now.

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Danny, unfortunately we do not offer international shipping. If you have a friend or relative living in Australia who can forward the freight on to you, then we are happy to send your goods to them. Otherwise, you will need to organize your own international freight.

[@dannyhines3846]

@@KickAssProducts thank you. I just thought I would check again. Ya have a great product.

[@MeowfaceMusic]

But does this gadget unnecessarily scream a bloodcurdling, deal·breaking beep when it's unhappy? And is it totally useless when the engine is shut off?

[@KickAssProducts]

HI, The alarm is to warn you that your battery voltage is to low and therefore is in danger of being permanently damaged. The inverter requires a 12/24 volt DC power source to convert to 240v AC. If you are running an inverter directly from your vehicle's electrical system then yes you need to have the engine running so the the alternator can provide a power source. If you need to run an inverter while you vehicle is not running then you need to provide another power source such as an auxiliary deep cycle battery system.

[@carlosjiang392]

Hi there. If i buy the 2000w inverter to power a 1200w microwave, can i connected to my hiace normal 80ah battery. It is just to use it about 5 minutes a day. Or i need a extra battery connected to the main one. Thanks

[@KickAssProducts]

The simple answer is: divide the load watts by 10 for a 12 volt system. Make sure your system can handle that load. so a 1200 Watt microwave would draw 120 amps DC and possibly up to 240 Amps on surge. You need to ensure that your battery can handle that kind of discharge.

[@logus0079]

actually, the one main reason why i wanted to look at inverters is so I can run an aircon using solar. But you don't recommend it, why is that?

[@KickAssProducts]

It would depend on an aircon, and in majority of cases the current draw is too high meaning potential harm and damage to your battery.

[@andrewford80]

You would need an enormous battery bank to run an AC for any extended period of time. Our split system AC uses about 1.5kw initially to get the room down to temp, the spike when it turns on is possibly higher but I've not measured it. Once the room is down to temp, it cycles between bugger all and 700w. So depending how long we run it, and what the ambient conditions are, it can use over 1KW per hour, or 1kwh every hour. If you had a 12v battery bank and wanted to run that AC for 3 hours a day, you would need: 3kwh = 3000wh 3000wh at 12v is 250AH To not go below 50% state of charge, you want at least a 500AH battery. Not to mention, you're pulling 1500w through a 12v system which is 125Amps. You're going to need some serious cables to cope with that also.

[@A.AInc.]

I have just ordered a 1000/2000W inverter.. I have 120w solar panel and 30a mppt controller which gives 14-20v on average during light hours... My battery is 12v 115Ah... I want to run tv and Xbox one console for 3 -4 hours a day... How many more of the same batteries do I need ? Also prob gonna get 2 more solar panels if need more amps.. I'm also hoping can run inverter off the daylight /solar... Then only use battery power at night.. Fingers crossed

[@wascadoo8946]

Well done very good presentation. Thanks Mate👍🍺

[@zahirulzikrykhairul]

Does the inverter turn off when i shut off the engine of my car

[@KickAssProducts]

Hey Zahirul, the inverter has it's own on off switch and as long as it's running off your auxillary battery, when you turn the car off, your inverter will continue to run.

[@keltonlowry8844]

Do they do things different on Australia because you’re talking about 240 V appliances and then everything that you’re showing is not 240 V

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Kelton, All of the appliances tested, The tool battery charger, microwave, toaster are standard 240 volts.

[@keltonlowry8844]

@@KickAssProducts Yeah I just found out that Australia in the UK uses different voltage then we do in the US

[@ryanthethumb]

Great vid does anyone have a rough idear how long a an xbox would run on the average car battery

[@errolhorne1061]

Hi if I have a kickass battery 120 deep cycle and I have connected to the battery box a 250 solar panel can I then run a 1200 or 1500 inverter so I can use a microwave etc

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Errol, You needs to check the power requirements of the microwave, but as a general rule we would recommend 2x 120 A/H AGMs to run a microwave as to share the current draw. 1500 watts will draw around 135 amps DC. Drawing this much power continuously from one battery can lower its cycle life.

[@errolhorne1061]

@@KickAssProducts Thanks mate appreciate your advise cheers

[@wesleywolken8169]

I am working on a machine that gives me 64 DC volts. Do I want to feed that into an inverter or convert to AC first? I will be able to produce 240dc volts. Making it usable, the best way. Any ideas?

[@KickAssProducts]

The inverter converts from DC to AC as well as increases the voltage. A transformer converts AC to DC and lowers the voltage. You will just need to ensure that the inverter you use can handle you 64 Volt DC input.

[@anthonykingjr4475]

Australian direct im a trucker what would you suggest for a 24v system

[@KickAssProducts]

Hey mate, unfortunately we do not stock any 24-240v inverters at this time.

[@deantiger1390]

Hi guys , thanks for an extremely informative tutorial on your product. Question: On your larger inverters that have to be attached directly to the battery, how can I operate a microwave etc when they are mounted in a permanent location elsewhere in my motorhome? ie the distance is too far, can I use an extension cord from the inverter to the microwave? Thanks

[@hasthikaellepola9232]

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[@Rockstarrred]

How many 100ah LifePO4 batteries do I need to safely run the 2k inverter?

[@KickAssProducts]

You will need at least 2. But it will depend on what you want to be able to run and how long you want to run it for. For example running at the full 2000 watts (8 amps) for one hour will require approximately 176 aH of battery.

[@Rockstarrred]

@@KickAssProducts I'm actually less concerned about running out and more concerned about Damaging the battery. I currently have 1 x LifePO4 out of a battery box and I am am concerned that running the 2k watt inverter will cause some type of damage because of the discharge rate or something. Is there a mathematical way to work out how many AH you need to run the different watt inverters?

[@jamarsweat9454]

What size 12v can I use for a Xbox and T.V

[@vishalautar7799]

hi i was after a inverter for a sunbeam banquet electric frypan. rated 2200 -2400 watts

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi Vishal, we would recommend a 3000w inverter for this size appliance. You can find these on our website here- www.australiandirect.com.au/Battery-Systems/Electronics-Appliances/KA3000WPNR

[@donkydo5020]

U need 24v inverter for that power 5000w

[@tonyleonard327]

Got 12 to 220v inverter 3000w with 300w solor panel iinverter dose not run off 220v shine

[@tonyleonard327]

12 to 220v shine inverter 3000w dose nothing fucking how is a fucking liar now with help me with is red light will not go off does not run 220v out off plug people are fucking liars

[@V22D]

The perfect video i was looking for thanks for explaining it bro

[@ricka2501]

But what type of battery are u using to power that microwave

[@KickAssProducts]

One of our KickAss 120Ah AGM batteries :)

[@TEJET1]

Hi, will the 2000w pure sine invertor, run a 2000w (8.6A) induction hob?

[@KickAssProducts]

Hey Tejet. as explained in the video It is a good idea to give yourself a 20% head room when running an inverter. So a 2500-3000 watt inverter would suit you better. You will also need a substantial battery bank of at least 2x170 AH batteries. Be advised the 2000W at 12 Volt DC will draw around 170 - 180 Amps from your batteries so at 100% you would need to recharge 340AH worth of AGMs batteries after 1 hour. At 50% 2 hours etc. If you only need to use your hob for a short amount of time between charges then a system like this would be fine. However If you need to be cooking for longer periods of time between charges a Gas hob would be a lot more efficient as even a 8.5 KG LPG bottle will give you a lot more sustained heat for a lot longer. I hope this helps.

[@themartinblairproject]

Great products. Do you have a dealer in Canada 🇨🇦 or would I order directly from you and pay extra for shipping?

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi, unfortunately we have not yet expanded internationally and do not ship outside of Australia at this time.

[@themartinblairproject]

No worries. Thanks for the reply. Cheers

[@donretsas1791]

AUSTRALIA is 240 volts USA & CANADA are 110 volts.

[@FJBCmonMan]

Very helpful thank you

[@misteracuna9075]

Great review, thanks. Be safe

[@jimbodee4043]

I no idea the power rating difference on microwaves was so large. Always assumed my home 850w microwave just used something like 900w not 1250w.

[@KickAssProducts]

Crazy isn't it. Glad we could enlighten you!

[@bajaclaws]

2000w invertor for my corded lawn mower

[@jamesokeeffe3216]

Explain really well thank you☘️

[@truthmarstery1111]

Hi ,I have a RV with four 160 w solar panels that charge 2x 12.6 v agm batteries and the fridge, TV,LIGHTING, laptop run off these thru a 160 w sine wave inverter,Im wanting to know how I can upgrade to run a oil heater of 750 watt using 3.2 amps,or even a 1000w nutri bullet......btw GREAT VIDEO AND WELL EXPLAINED

[@KickAssProducts]

I'd suggest upgrading to a 2000W inverter.

[@lascellespalmer7900]

I appreciate your help thank you

[@KickAssProducts]

Happy to help

[@mattm5001]

Are your inverters available in the Philippines ? Thanks for the video.

[@KickAssProducts]

Unfortunately not

[@mattm5001]

@@KickAssProducts :(

[@rickprice407]

50 or 60 HZ?

[@electricety]

Is the main wattage of a inverter for a 220 volt the wattage per phase example, 3000 watt inverter 220 volt, is this per leg at 3000 watts each leg

[@KickAssProducts]

Hey KG KB, please get in touch with our technical support team on [phone]!

[@did.it.myself9022]

Can I get this Shipped to South Africa??

[@KickAssProducts]

We don't currently offer international shipping sorry Parton!

[@did.it.myself9022]

@@KickAssProducts Thank you Sir

[@frankuwaila5708]

can you ship to Nigeria

[@devilsgarage7726]

do u know de wae

[@2509baller]

Do you guys have a US version of your system?

[@KickAssProducts]

Unfortunately we currently don't offer international shipping sorry!

[@oneeyedphotographer]

The link to inverters is broken.

[@logus0079]

awesome vid. cheers man.

[@juangarcia6872]

Grasias for the info buddy

[@stefanogizzler]

Excellent!

[@adamshields1982]

What would be good for a little 21 inch tv?

[@adsnormal]

300 would do. Or get a 12v tv and run off cig plug. They don’t use much.

[@joastark]

3200w Cinderella electric toilet

[@KickAssProducts]

Unfortunately, we don't currently have an inverter big enough for your needs as we only stock up to 3000W which won't be big enough for your 3200W toilet set up. Sorry about that!

[@rustylynch546]

i knew it was a Aussie vid soon as i heard the tunes .... ROCK ON

[@christoffer1973]

do you send and build them whit euro/Norwegian 240v socket/plug? would so.much bye your products and use them in my weekend camp out VW Transporter t6 project.

[@KickAssProducts]

Unfortunately we do not.

[@ЖанболатСуйнбай]

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[@mickeysherman3404]

I want to purchase inverter but am living in Liberia West Africa

[@KickAssProducts]

Unfortunately we only ship within Australia currently.

[@mosaviadel]

Hi, thanks for the great video. I'm just wondering if this 3000w inverter can run a 2100w pressure washer for mobile carwash ? Thanks, Adel

[@tonyparker6650]

Thanks Clayton...your videos are really helpful.

[@eenBROODstoemerik]

Hey great video, thanks! I'm just wondering... I want to charge my lappy and occasionally use a blender and a toaster. Since I won't be running the blender and toaster constantly, and could quite easily make sure I never use more than one of the devices at the same time, would it be enough for me to just get an inverter that will run the appliance that draws the most energy? Thanks guys!

[@simonstern3127]

Hi Clayton I have a few of your products and like them how ever I do have one complaint is that I can not find e phone number to talk with some one so could you make that easily available for people to find. I am not real tech savvy with computer and phone electronics but do know my way around all the gear you produce and sell and I’m sure I would buy more of your gear if I could speak with someone. So in conclusion could you make a phone number more readily available for your customers to use regards Simon

[@KickAssProducts]

G'day Simon. Our phone number can be found here supportportal.australiandirect.com.au/sales-enquiries/

[@electronicengineeringsharv4815]

Super

[@ormalibu2056]

god job buddy

[@brownhornetseventhre]

how much battery would i need to run a 900watt nutribullet for approx 2mins per day, and what size inverter do i need?

[@KickAssProducts]

Hi, It would be advised that you would use a 1000w inverter for that appliance. Given that you are only running it for approx 2 minutes a day, you could get away with a 100AH battery.

[@brownhornetseventhre]

Australian Direct so 1x100ah just to run the inverter and nutribullet?

[@NTSayco]

Hi! I just want to ask if there is a max number of APM that inverters can handle? Or you can go and add as many batteries in parallel as you can?