What Size Inverter Do I Need? - How to Choose the Right Size Inverter | Accelerate Auto Electrics

Don't wanna give up on life's little luxuries when you're off camping, and you wanna be able to run your 240 Volt appliances?
We're gonna try and answer the question… What size inverter do I need?
PLEASE NOTE: We can not advise what size inverter you need without knowing the complete specifications of the vehicle, power system and application in which it will be used. If you would like to know what will suit your specific situation, please contact our office directly.
The size of inverter you need depends on two things, what you wanna run, and how much battery you've got to run it.
Here we've got two inverters, fairly common ones in the market. 350 Watt, small inverter, and a semi-big one, a 2,000 Watt inverter.
If you want us to help you answer the question (What Size Inverter Do I Need?) we need to know what you wanna run, how long you wanna run it for, and actually what time of day you wanna run it. Once you can help us with these answers, we can advise you on what size battery bank and inverter you need.
If you have these or any other questions, please feel free to give us a call on 1300 227 353 or send us an email at [e-mail].

[@cycleoflife7331]

Finally a concise simple video on choosing an inverter. Thanks!

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Glad it was helpful!

[@waylandforge8704]

As soon as you said "coffee machine" I knew you could help me. Most excellent. many thanks

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Happy to help

[@CBReal1290]

Excellent summation of what is important to Know about the device to be run.... Creates Heat and/or Motion

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for watching :)

[@CredibleHulk10]

The bots applauding the concise and informative quality of this video...jfc

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for watching!

[@temirtaragay8932]

Thank you for making the video short and to the point without lkud senseless guitar music.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Glad it was helpful!

[@LeonAllanDavis]

In Australia you have to install the inverter upside down.

[@robertclark2714]

And stand on your head while installing it!!!

[@LeonAllanDavis]

@INFINITE BURROWS990 Good point. I hadn't thought about that. Since Oz is on the underside of the pancake, I suppose you'd need Velcro. Or forget the inverter altogether. Just drill a yuge hole in the center of Kansas and drop 'em a power cord. You'd have to use a negative 60hz cycle because of the screwy Vortillian Effect. Once you cross the Equator, your watch runs backwards. It's true. You can look it up.

[@mattperreault3518]

It’s the land down under so I believe it would be an unverter

[@LeonAllanDavis]

@@mattperreault3518 This is true...in fact, it seems to me you can place the "un" prefix in front of any word and have it accurately describe Australia. The only possible exception to that rule is the word, "edible". Great White sharks think they're pretty tasty...

[@Mwellmac]

@@LeonAllanDavis populated??

[@wynterfrench2701]

Hi, I am trying to figure out a good inverter to run a 400watt mini heater in my sedan as I’m living out of my vehicle and my heat / fans don’t work. I’m also trying to find a good way to lead the inverter to my interior front seat so I can stay in my car. Any advice would be awesome!

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment, Without seeing your battery system we are unable to advise on what best will suit.

[@PeterHymans]

Great informative video, however I just want to clarify one thing. My vehicle only has a single 40ah battery so even powering a 400w inverter would not be possible?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Depending on the type of battery you are using. If it is a lithium Battery you would need to check the maximum discharge rate that battery can handle. As for the 400w inverter, This will draw roughly 30amps. of a 40ah Battery you will get a very minimal run time without any charge input.

[@andrewa4408]

Thanks for this - it's useful. How do you size an inverter in a 12v system for an e-bike charger? I'm confused whether to base it on the input (200-240v, 1.2a) or output (41.8v, 4a)

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Andrew, thanks for your enquiry! Sizing the correct inverter depends on the total wattage the appliance will draw. I.e if your E-bikes require 600w of power to charge, we would recommend a minimum of a 700w inverter. The wattage should be stated on the appliances spec data to size it accordingly. From there you will need to tailor a correctly sized DC battery system to have the correct capacity to carry out a full charge!

[@vladimirziga5416]

Hi, can you tell me how many watts I need to run a tyre machine?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Please provide more details about the specifications of the tire machine so we can provide you with the most accurate information. Thank you for watching, The Team at Accelerate off-Grid Touring

[@TriPham-j3b]

There are two ways if normal inverter then if 2000 wat need 4 cars batteries or if 2000 inverter had buffering battery then single battery will work because refrigerator had on and off cycle so buffering may work

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately without seeing your system and what you wish to achieve in person we cant advise accurately! However, We can confirm a 2000w inverter can run off a singular 200ah Lithium Battery.

[@camilofranco6086]

Which inverter do I need to run a microwave 700 watts?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We always recommend a 2000w inverter for microwaves.

[@ClarkeKambunga]

Hi how are you i need any inverter and batteries to run a upright fridge,tv and lighting system

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! We have heaps of inverter options on our online store!

[@carlaleblanc7869]

I need to run a Wi-Fi booster string lights and a surveillance camera at my gate. What size inverter should I get and how many Marin batteries? Also what size solar panel?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! I would recommend working out your total power load and using a converter which can be found online to work backwards! I would think you will be close too 1000w inverter, 100ah battery & as 150w solar panel.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! I would recommend working out your total power load and using a converter which can be found online to work backwards! I would think you will be close too 1000w inverter, 100ah battery & as 150w solar panel.

[@alexblaze8878]

Can anyone answer this question please? If I’m using a 12-volt cooler/fridge and 12-volt fan, why would I need an inverter? Couldn’t I just attach a 12-volt power strip directly to my house battery and then plug my 12 volt appliances into the 12 volt power strip?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! If you are using 12v appliances then there is no need for an inverter. The purpose of an inverter is to provide 240v AC power off a 12v DC system.

[@alexblaze8878]

@@accelerateoffgridtouring thanks for the info but it then prompts follow up questions: 1) Why is it then that all the overlanding setups I see on YT include an inverter while using a 12-volt fridge? I would assume it’s because they have other devices/appliances that require AC power so they are just using the AC outlet that comes with the 12-volt coolers and plugging it into the inverter along with their other devices. However doing so kind of defeats the purpose of buying a 12 volt cooler (versus an AC powered cooler) to begin with. To me the solution would be an inverter that ALSO has 12-volt ports along with the usual AC outlets…but if you do a search for inverters that have both they aren’t common at all; I found ONE such inverter on Amazon. 2) The 12 volt cooler I recently purchased comes with the 12 volt DC (cigarette lighter type) plug along with an AC plug but it does NOT come with the standard red and black positive/negative cables that one would need to connect directly to the battery. Considering this, how would I connect it directly to the battery if I wanted to go that route? Considering that inverters lose approximately 10% of power in the inversion process, I find it a little silly to plug a 12-volt cooler into the AC outlet on the inverter and yet that seems to be the go-to option for the overlanding setups I see on YT. To me the big benefit to using a 12-colt cooler is it’s increased power usage efficiency compared to an AC solution but that advantage is lost if all I’m going to do is use it’s AC cord option (that comes with these 12 volt coolers). Am I missing something here?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for the response. Each persons set up & application is different. We would recommend doing what is best for what you wish to achieve out of your system. You can wire a dedicated 12v cigarette socket off your auxilary battery system to plug your fridge into. We would recommend consulting your local Auto Electrician & getting a system to suit what you are require.

[@LabRatsTraders]

Hey can i run a pressure washer that takes 1200w on a inverter of 3500w

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! In theory yes, You would also required a substantial battery system to ensure you get the correct run time.

[@karinabourne3465]

Question: my caravan has 240wires. I have a domestic home fridge that requires 240. Will I need a battery and an inverter to keep it running?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Karina! Thanks for your comment! Yes unless you have a mains source of power and it wired correctly through caravan you would need a suitable amount of battery power to power the inverter to run your fridge off-grid. Thanks for watching!

[@karinabourne3465]

@@accelerateoffgridtouring I’m renovating my caravan with 240v wires throughout. I only plan to run a fridge, convection oven that has 1400w, lights and a tv and dvd player. The fridge will be the only one running non stop (while travelling around). The fridge is 240v 50Hz 0.73A 106W. How do I work out what size inverter and battery do I need?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Karina! You will need to add up the total draw & wattages of all appliances and work back from there! There is a lot of variables at play however which makes it hard to be able to advise accurately!

[@louizalising1204]

Hi im using a 3000 watts coffee machine What size of battery i need to use and what type of inverter ineed to use Im gonna use it for 4 hours 6:00pm - 10:00pm Thank you

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately without seeing your set up in person we cannot accurately advise the best system for this application & run time.

[@aholmes6612]

I wamnt to run a 6 gallon air compressor only in emergency situations

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately without seeing your set up in person we are unable to confirm what will work best. We would hate to advise incorrectly.

[@mohammedahsanmirza2331]

Hey man, great vid. Quick question. I’ve got a Mercedes E class. Not sure on battery power but I’m looking to set up 2 monitors in the back with a PS4 and I’m struggling to know what inverter and battery I need for the car to be safe. Thanks

[@malimusic5533]

I will say, 2000w.....did you ever found out?

[@lesleyhodson9127]

we would like to run a 4g router and 2 laptops, also phone charging. what inverter would you recommend please?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Lesley! Thanks for your comment! What size battery do you currently have and is it lithium or AGM?

[@TriPham-j3b]

Thanks

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for watching!

[@chottichottibaatein691]

hi.. I want to car pressure washer for car cleaning on battery.. what inverter and which battery should I take to give me atleast 2 hours of back time.. plz reply

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your enquiry! Unfortunately we have not attempted to run a pressure washed off an inverter & battery set up so we cannot accurately advise on the best solution.

[@DaRunner1]

I just bought a 1500 watt inverter. Would that work for my tv and play station and fridge. I drive 18 wheelers

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

hi chris, Thanks for your comment! It depends on the individual item's wattage rating & if you are using them all at the same time you want to ensure that the 3 devices do not exceed your rated wattage in total. Generally speaking, a 1500w will cover these appliances but you will require a battery bank of a minimum of 200ah of ideal lithium to get a decent run time.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Due to an issue with our Google Brand Account we recently lost all of our responses to viewer comments (all responses prior to July 19, 2020). We apologise that the comments previously made by our channel are no longer visible. If you wish for us to respond to your question again, please feel free to comment again with the question or contact our office direct on 1300 227 353 or [e-mail]

[@robertwilson1827]

Just a rough guess mate, there appears to be a lot of O/S spam Qs on here!?🤔

[@doganmehmet4038]

I want to run a microwave in my truck what power to I need to buy

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

It depends on the microwave - each one has a different wattage. But usually a 2000w inverter will do

[@johnbontoft8548]

i have a aircon uses 2100 watts if i have 2 agm bat and a 3oow invirter will thia work

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment John! Unfortunately 2x AGMS do not have the capacity to run an Aircon for any extended period of time. We recommend a minimum of 200ah of Lithium and a 2600w inverter to power an A/C. Ideally, We use 400ah of Lithium to maximise the run time.

[@guillermoocho359]

I want to run a ridgid 300 pipe threader for 5 hours day time 😅😅😅

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi @guillermoocho359! Thanks for your comment! Looking that up it has a 1700W Motor, you would need a minimum 2000w inverter. If you are running that every second for 5 hours it would pull 141Ah/Hour, so you would want at least 705Ah battery bank which is massive! Thanks for watching!

[@guillermoocho359]

@@accelerateoffgridtouring thabk you so much for responding. I guess I'll stick to a generator inverter. 😬 thank you

[@StereoAmplifierJapan]

Hi dear I have a Toyota camry 2003 car. I'd to install a power inverter in order to test home amplifiers at car before I sell them to customers. Do I need to install 1000 watts power inverter or 2000 watts power inverter? And which size power inverter is compatible with Toyota camry 2003? I will wait for you to reply my message. Thanks

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately we cannot advise exactly what would work in your application without seeing your system & set up. To run an inverter you require an auxiliary battery system to avoid damaging the vehicles start battery.

[@scorpiobabi89]

Im running a brother mfc printer 2820dw 120v and small brother scanner. What size inverter should i get or size powerstation?

[@Daniel-z2j2v]

I want to run a portable A/C unit in my semi truck for about 7-8 hours overnight. I currently have 4 batteries would I need to add 2-4 more and run off the extra batteries only separate for inverter only

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately without seeing your set up in person we are unable to advise exactly what the best course of action would be to achieve your 7 - 8 hr run time.

[@Daniel-z2j2v]

@@accelerateoffgridtouring thanks for the reply. I think I’ll just hook up a 3000W inverter and see how long the A/C will run

[@UsmanEhsan]

I am planing to run a portable ac in car it is 1500watts so what size invertor can i use ?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Due to fluctuations in what each 240volt item may draw we need to see the specifications which are usually found on the box prior to advising.

[@lady33357]

hi there I own a 2013 mazda 5. I want to run a vaccum cleaner for 2 hours and a BISSELL SpotClean Pro Portable Carpet Cleaner with Antibacterial Formula, 3194 for 4 hours to deep clean my car. What do you suggest?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

You would need a dual battery system and inverter. We would need to see the specifications of the carpet cleaner to advise on what size system you would need.

[@KeithNchimunya]

I want to use it to supply power on a water pump

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment!

[@nobiden3134]

Is there a paracitic draw increase in bigger inverters (besides the cooling fan). I have a Playstation and monitor in my van. 400watts on a 500. Fan is always on. Would a bigger inverter stay cooler and more efficient (less fan)? Is there a demand ratio for less heat/stress?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Yes, with larger inverters they generally do have a a larger parasitic draw. However, You are correct in saying that a larger inverter would stay cooler due to not requiring to work as hard to produce a smaller load.

[@lindensteele115]

Good night I want to run a frige but I see a peak inverter 3000w can this run it for me thanks again for your help

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately we cannot advise what would best suit your application without seeing your system. There are many variables when it comes to running 240v appliances and we would hate to give mis leading information for you!

[@GGN-92]

Thanks for these very clear explanations.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment!

[@myfxmedia_]

Can the 400w charge a laptop of 120w how many times

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

It all depends on the size of the laptop battery & the size of the Auxiliary battery.

[@maximolotov]

Hi How to set up a mobile tire change van with 1500w inverter powering 1500 w air compressor + 1050w tire changing machine ? 24 gallons air compressor gets full in aroud 4 minutes which is enough to fill 1-2 tires , meaning air compressor will have to be filled 2 -4 times per car . Tire changing machine will probably work for 8 minutes per car. 120 ah battery should fill air compressor and still have about 75 ah left after it. Once 1 car is done this way then van will idle for 10 minute while packing tools and then travel to next car for about 20 minutes + can idle for another 10 minute while getting tools out for the next car. Wonder how fast can van's alternatot recharge battery while idling and driving for this kind of time intervals. Ford transit 2004 , 2.0 tdci, fifa, 92 kw i think it has 105 a alternator . Where to look for larger alternator if it can be installed ? Thicker cables as well ? Thanks !

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately without seeing your set up in person & performing some tests we cannot accurately advise what would work best.

[@aakhtar1]

I want to run my 1/3 hp sump pump. It needs 2000 W starting and around 800 running Watt. I think I need around 2000-3000W inverter. My question is can I plug those into a regular size car battery and keep the car running? My intention is to use it during power failure once a year for 2-3 hours.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi there! It depends on the size of the car battery and the alternator as it will need to be able to produce the amperage required to run it continuously. Car batteries are not designed to have high amperage loads on them for a period of time, They are designed to provide high amperage for the initial starting of the vehicle then the alternator carries most the electrical load. We would recommend a generator for your purposes.

[@DelEast740]

I am got a 2500 inverter to my tv, Xbox and a small space heater when camping. When working I will use a 8 amp vacuum pump for HVAC and my recovery machine on rural barn jobs. I have a standard GM 800 amp battery. Is that enough juice?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Irving Houston - Unfortunately without seeing the set up in person we cannot accurately advise if it is sufficient to cater for your needs.

[@thomaspierre3294]

What size inverter I need to run a mobile Car Wash with pressure wash and vacuum

[@dirtydog288]

i want to run large home freezer for a few hours a day in a emergency?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We'd need to look at the specifications and power requirements of the freezer before advising. Thanks

[@PACOEUFRACIO]

I have a 3000 watt inverter... I want to run a mini fridge on my freightliner cascadia... my question is, Can I leave it running while the truck is off for 34 hours?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

The run time would depend on a number of different factors. We would suggest getting in touch with your local 12V volt specialist to find out the capabilities and limitations of your existing system. If you are local to us, please feel free to contact us directly on 1300 227 353 or [e-mail].

[@mmlentertainment]

Its all about heating the van I dont get why they dont talk about heating a van oil filled and how many batteries needed.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thank for watching, to better answer your question we will need some more details :)

[@lionelwalsh3586]

Thankyou for a informative video do you know what size inverter and battery bank to run a cpap machine at night cheers lionel

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! We would recommend a minimum of a 2000w Inverter with a 200ah Lithium Battery for your application. You may get away with a smaller inverter but the 2000w will get you the versatility to use it for more than one application.

[@cheman5137]

I have a question. what kind of inventor should I use only for the use of 6 lights and only to use 3 laptops, the inventor is for use in my van.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Unfortunately, we can not advise what size inverter you need without knowing the complete specifications of the vehicle, power system and application in which it will be used. If you would like to know what will suit your specific situation, please contact our office directly on 1300 227 353.

[@setor3ful]

Great info. Thank you

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Glad it was helpful!

[@benbirch2393]

Heeelp! I have a 200ah lifepo4 fixed in my car. I want to use it to top up a 150ah and a 54ah battery, and was thinking of using their ac chargers plugged into an inverter fixed in the car. What size inverter would people suggest? Thank you!

[@benbirch2393]

The 150ah and 54ah batteries are also lifepo4

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Ben - Thanks for your comment! Your inverter sizing really depends on the AC chargers specifications & power usage. We would recommend looking at the specifications of your chargers and working back from there. You will have a significant power loss going from 12vDC to 240vAC to 12vDC once more.

[@HomemakingWithHesed]

We have four 100 amp hour AGM batteries in our semi truck and we currently have 1500watt inverter. I want to be able to run a 1500 watt air fryer. Will this work or do I need a larger inverter?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We would recommend a minimum of 200ah of Lithium & a 2000w inverter for your application

[@alexstilwell7640]

What would i need to run a 18 inch 2400 watt pa subwoofer?

[@carlosjiang392]

Hi there, i have a 1200w input microwave with 1500w inverter, i just wonder can i connected directly to my 80ah 100rc 500cca battery ? I will be running it for maybe 4or 5 minutes max per day with engine on. Thanks great video

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi there, the capabilities of your system depend on a number of different factors. Unfortunately, without knowing the full specifics of the system it is very difficult to determine whether your set up will operate as you intend it to. We would suggest getting in touch with your local 12V specialist for further assistance. If you are local to us, we would be more than happy to help you out, please feel free to call 1300 227 353.

[@NaLovePHAT4Life]

I have a 12 - 325W Solar panels and a 4.4 K Danfoss Solar inverter. I am trying to size batteries for this system. My goal is to get off grid or as close to off grid as possible. My average household monthly load is 488 kW/h

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi, thanks for your comment. Unfortunately this is outside our scope of works. Good luck finding solutions!

[@stanleybest8833]

Solar at home should use a clean sheet design. The 3 most common mistakes are 1. Batteries in parallel ( bad ). 2. Unnessessarily using 120 or 220 volts for all devices, when many lights and appliances can be purchased in 12 volts. 3. Chasing false goals suggested by the installing contractor.

[@mygsrcoupe]

What type would i need to run a small a/c vaccum pump.

[@andywear5176]

Hey! what type of Van is that!?!? Looks like a HiAce Toyota or similiar

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Yep our work van is a Toyota Hiace.

[@media333]

I'm a full-time RVer, do some boondocking now and then. Also have a small business where I need to use my ink jet printer. So many opinions on using a car battery for such. Could you give me your thoughts please, if I want to print out say 10 sheets using car battery and inverter through cigarette lighter. How would I know if I'm stressing the battery and such? Thanks!!

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Cathy, Unfortunately, we can not advise what size inverter you need without knowing the complete specifications of the vehicle and power system. If you would like to know what will suit your specific situation, please contact our office directly on 1300 227 353 or [e-mail].

[@TheChivasRegal]

I want to purchase an Australian made inverter product, but the Redarc units seem so much more expensive. Does anyone know why this is the case? I understand extra labour costs but even so, do these have additional features that make it worth the costs? the Redarc 2000W is around $2k AUD. where as other (presumably lower quality) units from other companies are between $600-1000. Does anyone have any info/perspective on this. I'm torn!

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi there, a lot of it comes down to personal preference, but we are very selective with the brands we use and recommend and will only suggest solutions that we have tried and tested ourselves. When deciding what brand to use it is important to take into consideration the history of the brand, product quality, manufacturing standards and any warranties or guarantees provided by the company. If you do have any further questions, please feel free to give us a call on 1300 227 353.

[@cozzap7010]

What would I need to run a 1400 watt jet wash for around an hour or a 1500 watt vacuum cleaner for about an hour

[@mikkiloco]

Yea, or a vaccum for about an hour

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Unfortunately, we can't advise a size of inverter without knowing a lot more about the power system, vehicle and devices that will be used. We would suggest getting in touch with your local 12 volt specialists or auto electricians for further suggestions.

[@KwasiDapaah-hh1kz]

Hello i have split Air-conditioning system rated 1600W maximum power can i power the system with 2 12volt 100ah batteries in parallel and a 3000W inverter?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! It all depends on what is the max output from those batteries, the general rule of thumb is a single 100Ah will power a 1000w Inverter. You will have to check what one of the batteries' max output is, having 2 x 100Ah batteries increases the amp hours but the max output stays the same. Hope this helps! - The Accelerate Auto Electrics Team

[@rosewidener1238]

I have a 375 watt inverter. I want to make smoothies while car camping using nutribullet. It is 900 watt appliance that will run about a minute or so. My car battery is platinum die hard less than one year old. Is this an ok match ?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for watching! No, sorry, a smaller wattage inverter will not power a larger wattage device, you inverter needs to have a higher wattage then your device. We would recommend a minimum of a 1000w inverter with a secondary battery with a minimum 100Ah lithium battery. We do not recommend powering the inverter off your start battery unless that battery can handle 100Amp output and the car is running. Lets us know if we can help further! - The Team at Accelerate

[@Hugolopez732]

If I have barrel band heater that pulls 750watts can I get away with running an 800watt inverter? The truck will stay running the whole time the inverter is running and has dual batteries… it’s a 6.7 ram cummins

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Hello Hugo, as long as you don't exceed the inverters specified AC output and you have a sufficient amount of battery power and/or the vehicle is running that should be fine. Thank you for watching, Accelerate Off-Grid Touring Team.

[@vistagraphsnet]

Want to charge my Tesla model 3 long range I have six 100 amp battle born batteries and currently use 2000 watt inverter which gets me 6 miles of range per hour, How do I get more? Am charging thru an mppt controller and using 900 watt no shade

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately, we have not experimented with Teslas to be able to advise accurately.

[@MrFerrill]

Will a larger inverter automatically draw significantly more battery power than a small one when used on same appliance?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi MrFerrill, Thanks for your comment! Let's discuss a 600w inverter vs a 3000w. Turned on but with no appliances running a decent brand 3000w inverter would draw about 6amps. A 600w would be around the 1-3amps. So yes there is a difference in there stand by currents. - The Team at Accelerate Auto Electrics

[@simonbrennan5944]

Hi ,I have three batteries, I am going to join together, they are 100 am hours, If I joiners them together and they needid a charge , if I charged the end battery would they all charge together or would I have to charge then separate. Can you tell me what size soler pannels I would need to charge thes, I want to have some power in my garage and only in the garage one day a week, hoping the soller pannels would have time to charge the batteries. what do you think. and thanks. Simon.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Simon. Thanks for the comment! When wiring multiple batteries together in parallel, there is a specific way they need to be wired so they charge equally and correctly. Unfortunately without seeing the full system we cannot advise on what would be best for your application.

[@levit1803]

Hello wath can you tell me please wath kind of inverter, batteries I need to run a welder machine.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We can not advise what size inverter you need without knowing the complete specifications of the vehicle, power system and application in which it will be used. If you would like to know what will suit your specific situation, please contact our office directly.

[@kevinholley9599]

I have 2x100 amp deep sine wave batteries and a 1500 watt inverter also a 12 volt 12amp battery charger.Can you help me with a way to operate these into going camping without 240 volt.I also have a 160 watt solar panel and a 200 watt solar panel.Can you suggest an answer to connect all of them to perform a better camping.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Kevin, we'd suggest getting in touch with our 12 Volt Specialists direct to discuss the specifics of your system. You can call 1300 227 353 or email [e-mail]

[@optimism4930]

Iam running a portable a/C BUT MY INVERTER 2000W IS NOT GIVING POWER SO THE AC IS NOT MAKING COLD AIR

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi there, we would recommend getting your system checked out by a 12V specialist in order to diagnose the issue. If you are local to our area, we would be more than happy to help you out. Feel free to give us a call on 1300 227 353 for further assistance.

[@boshboshish]

a tiny question : if I do have battery backup system outputting 120 VAC and has a four-string battery bank 180 AH each 48 V DC . can that inverter handle 100 A breaker. thank

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately we are unable to advise the best solution off the information provided or without seeing the system in person.

[@sueanaphotography8822]

does a rav4 cigarate lighter can charge a 1000w inverter? or 300 w inverter? Thanks

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for the comment! Most cigarette light Sockets are only rated to 15amps. Unfortunately this limits you to about a 180w Inverter theoretically.

[@vicsilvas6096]

If I wanted to use a 100 watt inverter to blow up air mattresses would be safe ? I’m going camping this weekend. Lol

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi, we'd need to know the power specifications of the pump itself before advising. Thanks

[@davebullock6972]

Hi I’m new to all this. Does the 350 watt power inverter have a battery built in? Or does it have to be plugged in to the 12v in order to use it?

[@whydontyouaskme]

🤦🏽‍♂️ smh there are no stupid questions…..

[@edgrabowski6797]

I want to run everything in my rv with solar. What size do I need. Geo pro 20fbs

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Ed, there are a lot of factors to consider when planning out your power system including the existing power system, space available, appliances you want to run and your budget. If you would like to discuss the specifics of your system, feel free to call us on 1300 227 353 or email [e-mail].

[@michaelriddle7303]

How big a power inverter do I need for my Jeep Wrangler to run an air compressor that needs 0.7A

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Unfortunately without seeing your system set we cannot advise accurately what would be best!

[@SA-kd7yo]

What size inverter would u need to run a 350 watt electric plug in heater? Thank you.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! If your max draw is a 350w a 400w - 600w inverter would be just fine.

[@emechetaclifford8526]

I want to run a 2hp electric motor for 24hrs. So, which size should I go for?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment, Unfortunately without seeing your set up we cannot accurately advise.

[@lindensteele115]

So can it work

[@hytzmusik]

please what type of inverter do i need to carried a small home studio, i use a desktop and studio monitor and tv

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hey Hytz, what are you putting the system into, caravan, motorhome, 4wd?

[@joselatorre8140]

Hello I wan to run a fridge from a generator what inverter do I need

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We usually recommend Redarc or Enerdrive inverters, but there are a lot of contributing factors (i.e. run time, power draw, vehicle/caravan size, other system components) which make it very difficult to suggest a particular product. Unfortunately, we can not advise what size inverter you need without knowing the complete specifications of the vehicle, power system and application in which it will be used. We would suggest getting in touch with your local 12 Volt specialists to get some advice on what would best suit your set up. Alternatively, you can contact our technicians on 1300 227 353 or [e-mail].

[@loony457]

Hi got 2000watt inverter 230ah lithium 12 volt battery want to run washing machine cool wash 25 mins ??

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hello, what washing machine? We would need to know specifications of the machine to determine how much power it would use.

[@loony457]

@@accelerateoffgridtouring it read the highest watts on machine of 800watts on one of them plugs that show the usage of watts etc ..but I do only cold wash’s , Ienot warm..just cold.indesit model IESD61251 thanks

[@loony457]

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[@ninetyseven7656]

Thanks

[@atlenwoods7566]

Thank you

[@coppertopvon]

Is this info still apply in the U.S.?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Yes. Products may differ slightly though.

[@LiveCuts]

Nice vid, i have a question for you please. I am in the UK (so not the greatest sun). I want to run a mobile shop, the largest appliance i will be powering is a games console at 140W. In all i will be using around 260 amp hours a day / around 3100watt hours a day. I have a 12.8V 280ah battery pack and will connecting my dc - dc to the alternator for extra top up when needed, as my solar array is only 640Watts. (two 320 watt panels with Vmp’s of 34.01V) What size inverters would you recommend please?

[@zed7031]

Hi mate I’m thinking of doing the same.. did u manage? Which battery and inverter did u get? Thanks

[@OsmanLiban]

Hi mate please get in touch as i am also looking to start a mobile business and could use your advice

[@josephkekana2039]

Can I watch TV using a 1500 watts inverter

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

A smaller TV would be fine, just check what the TV will be pulling on the specs sheet :)

[@awallpaul1701]

Do I need to match brand inverter to same brand charge controller? Or can different brands mix ok?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

You can mix and match as you please! We usually recommend trying to stick with the same brand for all products for warranty and compatibility purposes. And same brand name looks good together!

[@domingoarriola9362]

What size of inverter do I need to run a oxygen consentrator

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We need to see the label on the power supply for the oxygen consentrator prior to advising.

[@brynleywilletts7389]

If I have a 5000w converter can I run a washing machine of this and what battery size do I need

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We wouldn't be able to advise until we saw washing machine specification and requirements.

[@Globalizmas-Keiksmazodis]

I want to run a 600w small handy heater to defrost and heat the inside of a car during winter

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! Would you like this to run whilst the car is turned off? If so you would need to set up a dual battery system, with a minimum 100Ah Lithium Battery & 1000w Inverter to handle the 600w draw from the heater. Let us know if we can help further, please call our office on 07 5479 6652 or send us your enquiry here: accelerateoffgrid.com.au/pages/about-us.

[@Globalizmas-Keiksmazodis]

@@accelerateoffgridtouring I'm driving a diesel yaris verso, during winter it takes forever to warm up. I would start a car, turn off its fan and just run that handy heater, in a small space like a car it shouldnt take long to defrost and warm the place up

[@SaltyNation1]

What about a big 700 or 800 watt Bluetooth speaker that requires a wall outlet? The JBL partybox 710 specifically ... I dont think it has a battery just a plug.. Say I want to put a power inverter in my Honda accord so I can plug the speaker in .... what size power inverter would you recommend for that?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi The SaltLifeNative Channel, thanks for the comment. Unfortunately without seeing the specific set up and battery capacity available we would not be able to accurately advise what would be suited best. We have not attempted to power a large speaker and some can peak over their wattage rating depending on the type and audio settings.

[@doominic1882]

Sorry im total noob. I want to run a power supply 240v bench power supply from a forklift battery (solar charged) power supply input is 220v 50Hz±5Hz Output voltage of the power supply will be 12v 1-3 amps what inverter do i need?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Dominic, it is difficult to offer recommendations without being able to inspect the full system in person. We would suggest getting it checked out by your local auto electrician or 12V specialist to ensure the system is appropriate for your purposes. Alternatively, you can contact out team for technical assistance on 1300 227 353.

[@Wakeup_grand]

Running a coffee van for 7 hours how many batteries do I need and solar panels?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Best to give us a call for this one! Depends on so many variables but happy to chat over the phone.

[@khairolshukri2341]

Thanks for sharing. I plan to run a 500 Watt domestic freezer inside my van to deliver some frozen stuff. Delivery normally happens in the morning and ends in 6 hrs. What size inverter and battery do you suggest?tq

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for watching. We would recommend a minimum of a 1000w inverter with a minimum of a 100Ah second battery and at least a 40Amp DC2DC charger charging that secondary battery whilst your are driving. Let us know if we can help further 🙂 - The Team at Accelerate

[@AnelisLi]

Hi! I have a Fort Transit Connect that I use for work. I’d like a converter to charge some of my Ryobi power tools on the way to jobs. I read that the battery charger may need an input of 120v 60W. Can connecting a small 300 W 12v to 110v/120v to the cigarette input do the trick for powering 1 tool at a time? Thanks!

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for watching. We don't have much experience with the 12v cigarette socket to 240v inverter devices so we can't comment on that.

[@mannyfragoza9652]

the man is exactly Right bigger inverter the bigger battery bank you should have. Also forget Led Acid batteries.Lithium is the way to go if you can afford them if not well get a good Marine Deep cell battery

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Yep! Lithium is the way to go in our opinion too, but of course, we can always come up with solutions to suit all applications and budgets. Glad you liked the video.

[@atlenwoods7566]

Thanks for the tip god bless

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

👍

[@g-dak8522]

I want to power 2x 500w speakers and a laptop with a dj mixer with a generator , should i use an inverter to keep all safe? and what size general suggest!!!

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

We'd need to know the exact power specifications of all equipment before advising - feel free to give us a call on 07 5479 6652 or email [e-mail] or reply to this comment. Thanks!

[@rafirahmani8718]

Can I play a high end gaming laptop using this?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Hi Rafi - Thanks for your comment! With the correct battery bank & Inverter set up it is possible to run laptops, monitors etc as required.

[@leomillan720]

Hey thank you for these explanations... I am running two 100W solar panes to charge an Ecoworthy 100A battery. Off of this I run an Iceco dual zone cooler/freezer which supposedly draws .7-.75 kwh/24 hr period. I would also like to charge items such as phones, headlamps, lap tops AND 20 V chain saw batteries (not necessarily all at the same time but maybe one while running the cooler) Would I be good with the small one in your video or should I upsize a little? Thanx in advance, cheerz, Leo

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! We recommend looking at the wattage draw of your largest 240v appliance and doing slightly larger then that!

[@kevinswinyer3176]

I just purchased a 22 foot long motorhome, and am planning on building a solar generator using 4 12 volt Deep cycle marine batteries, and a 6000 watt power inverter, and will be using solar panels to charge the battery bank. The reason I am building such a large unit is because approx 90 to 95% of the time, I will not have any access at all to any kind of shore power hookup, and if my onboard generator decides to stop working, I want a set up big enough to be able to power the entire motorhome all at once. I want to be able to run my roof top a/c unit, and use either my convection microwave, or my hot air fryer at the same time, without having to turn off the a/c unit.

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for the comment! Off-grid power is great!

[@zoreenagraham6327]

I want to keep my mini 1500w Comfort Zone ceramic heater running in my Ford transit cargo van at night for about 8 hours, what type of inverter should I use that's safe to connect to my batter?

[@accelerateoffgridtouring]

Thanks for your comment! We would recommend a minimum of a 2000w Pure Sign wave inverter. Please refer to your manufacturer's specifications to ensure your battery system will suffice.