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The Sunforce 60032 30 Amp Digital Charge Controller prevents overcharging of 12 volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12 volt solar panels, and can handle up to 30 amps of array current and up to 450 Watts of solar power...
The Sunforce 60012 7 Amp Charge Controller prevents overcharging and discharging of 12 Volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12 Volt solar panels and maintains 12 Volt batteries in a fully charged state...
Xantrex POWERPACK-600HD:The XPower Powerpack 600HD is powered by a rechargeable 28AH battery and provides up to 600 watts of AC power. With three AC outlets and one DC socket at your fingertips, the 600HD is the right power solution for people with demanding applications or the need to run multiple loads simultaneously...
The Sunforce 50033 15-Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you several more reasons to love the sun. It provides the power you need, while helping you save money and protect the environment. This kit is ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12-Volt battery charging...
Freedom HF 1000Compact inverter/charger to power the comforts of home on your boat, RV, or truckWith modified sine wave output, Freedom HF 1000 inverter/charger is designed to run entertainment systems and small appliances in smaller boats, RV's and trucks...
Installation Component for Inverters and Inverter/Charger Systems. Provides over-current protection for system wiring. For safe operation of your inverter or inverter/charger system, XantrexÕ Battery Fuse and Holder is a recommended accessory that offers over-current protection for the cable running between the inverter and battery power source...
Provides 1800 watts of sine wave AC power from a DC sourceOffering superior quality true sine wave output, the Prosine 1800 stand-alone inverter is ideally suited for electrical systems that already have a quality multistage battery charger...
The XPower PowerSource Mobile 100 is a revolutionary new stand-alone power solution with both AC and USB outlets for all your mobile needs. It is ideal for people who frequently travel by vehicle and/or airplane...
12V-800mA charger is 100% waterproof, lightweight and compactThree-step constant current charge program with SuperSmart technologySpark-proofShort circuit and reverse polarity protectedWeighs just 1 lb.
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Portable power packs have been around for a while but are starting to gain in popularity; partly because their cost has come down and because they are extremely useful products. I personally own a Xantrex 300 plus and have used it on several occasions. Once on a hot summer day at a shopping mall, a fellow having a bad day ask if I could help him jump start his car. I pulled out my Xantrex Power Pack 300, that had been in the trunk for almost a year, attached the included jumper cables to his car and volia, his is car started right up.
A portable power pack is a device that has a powerful sealed battery, an inverter, jumper cables, a DC outlet (cigarette lighter style) and an AC outlet. It also includes a bright fluorescent light with two tubes and a small pump with pressure gauge, to inflate your tires. The 20 amp hour rechargeable battery (in the 400 and 300 plus) will power a cordless telephone for up to 40 hours, a laptop for 6 hours and a portable stereo for up to 25 hours on a fully charged battery. They can be recharged from a standard wall outlet with the included AC charger.
There are several sizes of portable power packs, 300, 400 600 and 1500. The model number indicates the size of the inverter – 300 watts, 400 watts 600 watts and 1500 watts respectively. The wattage number is also the amount of peak AC power that is available. Each size has a battery with a different amp hour rating. The 300 and 400 have a 20 amp hour battery. The 600 has a 28 amp hour battery and the 1500 has a 51 amp hour battery. It is not quite as portable as the other models but packs a considerable punch. All of the batteries in all of the models are sealed and will not spill. All of the power packs include a handle and are very portable. The 300 plus only weighs 20 pounds but the 1500 weighs in at whopping 60 pounds. That is why the 1500 is the only model with wheels.
All of the power packs have the same basic features but the models with higher numbers include additional features. The 400R includes a radio. The 600HD includes a radio, digital alarm clock and multiple AC outlets. There is even a model with a detachable solar panel. Just a little research into what features and how much power you might need will pay off in the long run.
Portable power packs are great to use as emergency back up power to jump start a car or to light up an area on a dark road. They will keep a cell phone or a GPS charged up with out draining the car battery. There are also a lot of uses that are just plain fun. Take one along to the summer little league game and plug a fan into it. Take one camping and plug an electric cook top into it or use it for extra light. They can power a stereo for a tailgate or any other outdoor party. If you use a laptop out in the field, take one along to greatly extend your battery life. The power packs are really not all that expensive with pricing starting around $140. Throw one in the trunk of your car and you will be prepared for just about anything.
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Bob Gambrell has been in the past a manufacturers representative for Inverters, Battery chargers and wire. He currently owns and operates www.UniqueSolarProducts.com For more information on portable power packs go to Portable Power Packs
Rv power inverters I have a small rv 17 feet by 8.5 feet, some nights I will need to run my electric heater for a few hours.?
I have 6 deep cycle marine batteries permanently connected to a 120 watt solar panel with a charge controller and power inverter. I don't have much running on this system other than LED lighting and thats few lights. I also have a PC that i use for a few hours some days, and a small flat panel TV used for 1-2 hours a day. Some nights I know I will need to run my little electric heater just to warm me up while I sleep or fall asleep. I don't plan to leave it on longer than 4 hours at a time at night mostly. I have noticed that my batteries recharge very fast and I don't think this would drain them completely if I use the heater responsibly. What can you guys suggest, I'm not to eager to get more propane burning, since I already have a propane stove. I noticed that it takes one 1pound propane tank every 3-4 hours to run a propane heater so thats not a cheap option. Can someone share some knowledge pls.
OK, you will have to do a little bit of math.
a) How big is the heater - how many watts does it take? The typical plug-in electric heater draws 1500 watts on high and 750 watts on low. b) What is the capacity of those batteries? The typical small marine battery has about a 115AH capacity - it will make 115 amps at 12 volts for one hour. That is 1380 watts. c) Assuming no inverter losses, 100% battery efficiency and a full charge, you have the capacity to produce 8280 watts for one hour.
Divide 8280 by 1500 and you can run your heater for 5.5 hours at full output and nearly 10 hours at low output.
In reality, your system will run at about 80% efficiency as there are inverter losses and the batteries are never quite fully charged. You also have other appliances being run from them. So, 4 hours will leave them nearly flat at that rate. Now, if the batteries are heavier than 115AH units, you will get more time out of them. Smaller gets you less.
I suggest that you get a discharge limiter if you do not already have it. Our VW camper has a two-battery system that cuts off at 50% discharge and requires an override to switch to the single marine-battery which will then run flat if required. The idea is that the vehicle will start in the morning. A link to such a unit is below - whether it is suitable for your application only you can determine.
You can get an adaptor and connect your heater to a large tank - something equivalent to a gas grille tank or larger which greatly reduces the cost of operation. But no propane heater not designed for an enclosed space should be used inside your RV because of carbon monoxide. At the very least invest in a CO detector *and* a propane detector if you are using a camping-type heater inside. Propane is heavier than air and will fill up your camper if there is a leak - with the potential for a very large KA-BOOM.
Good luck with it, and be careful. Around here, propane runs about $3.25/gallon in small lots - comes to a bit over four pounds per US gallon. If you use a limiter and set your central heater thermostat at say, 50F, you should be fine for sleeping. Our camper has a condensing propane furnace that takes less half-a-pound per hour to operate at full output, but then it is relatively small inside and does very well for us.
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Koolatron specializes in portable 12-volt devices, such as coolers, freezers, or microwaves, that plug into a car's cigarette lighter or other 12-volt source. With the Koolatron 110-volt adapter, you can use these same devices wherever you have access to a 110-volt outlet...
Freedom HF 1000Compact inverter/charger to power the comforts of home on your boat, RV, or truckWith modified sine wave output, Freedom HF 1000 inverter/charger is designed to run entertainment systems and small appliances in smaller boats, RV's and trucks...
Provides up to 70 watts of safe efficient powerProduct InformationThe Kensington Universal Auto/Air Power Adapter is a highly efficient power adapter for notebook computers. With this Notebook DC Power Adapter you have the flexibility of powering and chargingyour notebook from a cigarette lighter or airline EmPower outlet The adapter delivers the correct amount of power to each device through patented interchangeable adapter tips...
The Sunforce 60012 7 Amp Charge Controller prevents overcharging and discharging of 12 Volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12 Volt solar panels and maintains 12 Volt batteries in a fully charged state...
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RV Power Converters and Inverters
Early RVs were manufactured with dual voltage components that would run on both 110 AC electricity and 12 volt DC, or battery power. With the invention of the power converter, manufacturers can reduce weight and cost by installing 12 volt only components, and use converters to power them while hooked to shore power.
Today RVs come equipped with a power converter. Your converter is really a simple device that takes 110 volt AC and turns it into 12 volt DC. They allow you to use your 12 volt appliances, fans, pumps and camper lights while you are plugged in to 110.
Most RV power converters are equipped with a battery charger to keep the RV's battery charged when connected to a 110 power source. These chargers are usually trickle charges with a charge rate of less than 10 amps.
Inverters work the exact opposite. It will change battery of DC power to AC current. Some RVs have inverters to provide AC power at times when shoreline power is not available, or when generator use is not advised. Inverters are rated in watts, from 50 to 3000 watts.
RV Power inverters are nice to have for dry camping. Generators require fuel, regular maintenance and can be very noisy. We usually dry camp to avoid noise. Inverters are quiet - not even a hum, and are virtually maintenance free!
A power inverter relies on good RV deep cycle batteries to work properly. They work well for low power appliances such as televisions, radios, computers, and for short term use of appliances such as coffee makers or microwaves.
Care should be taken with your batteries when using an inverter for your RV power. For extended stays at a site without electrical hookups, it is advisable to have spare batteries, and to recharge your batteries whenever you can.
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xantrex inverters How do I hook up my playstation2 and 20" in my car? I bought a Xantrex Powerpack 600hd power inverter?
The power inverter puts out 480 watts continuous. I drive a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport and am planning on just plugging the inverter into the cigarette lighter. Is this a good idea? Do I risk short circuiting something or blowing up my battery or anything? Will this be enough to power the game system and tv during a tailgate before a football game (about 2 to 3 hours or so)? Any other suggestions or products I should buy? Thank you in advance
http://www.caraudiomag.com/technical/0305cae_installing_ps2/ that might help a little... I'm still looking. I'll post more.
The Sunforce 60012 7 Amp Charge Controller prevents overcharging and discharging of 12 Volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12 Volt solar panels and maintains 12 Volt batteries in a fully charged state...
Now you can use your 12 Volt products at home, in the office or on the road. Converts 110 Volt AC wall outlet into a 12 Volt DC plug. Use with coolers, spotlights, fans, cell phones and more. Accessory Type: Power converter, Power Supply: 110V, Amps: 5...
There are many times when extra power is needed, but not available. If an outlet is not within reach or plugging into the dashboard cigarette lighter is simply not an option, you'll be pleased that you have the Xantrex Powerpack 600HD...
Freedom HF 1000Compact inverter/charger to power the comforts of home on your boat, RV, or truckWith modified sine wave output, Freedom HF 1000 inverter/charger is designed to run entertainment systems and small appliances in smaller boats, RV's and trucks...
Installation Component for Inverters and Inverter/Charger Systems. Provides over-current protection for system wiring. For safe operation of your inverter or inverter/charger system, XantrexÕ Battery Fuse and Holder is a recommended accessory that offers over-current protection for the cable running between the inverter and battery power source...
Provides 1800 watts of sine wave AC power from a DC sourceOffering superior quality true sine wave output, the Prosine 1800 stand-alone inverter is ideally suited for electrical systems that already have a quality multistage battery charger...
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Can a Xantrex - 175W Pocket Inverter work with a 40GB PlayStation 3 in a Lexus RX 350.?
Thanx
I don't recommend using the PS3 in a vehicle.
Luckily, the 40 GB was the first PS3 model to run more efficiently. Average number of watts during operation is about 177 watts. I would get an inverter of 200 watts at least, not 175. If you had a PS2 compatible PS3 you would've needed a 400 watt converter at least.
Again, I don't recommend using the PS3 in a vehicle. The hard drive has a greater chance of being damaged.
Rv inverters 750 W inverter hooked to a battery to run laptop and printer but printer calls for 120v?
I have a 6x10 enclosed trailer..Inside the trailer I have a diehard rv/marine deep cycle battery wired to charge when I tow th trailer..I have a 750W Die hard inverter.I need to run my laptop and printer so I can print pictures in the field.My inverter says DC to 110v but my printer calls for 120V.Will I be ok? Laptop,Printer and maybe a very small 8" fan to run off the 750Watt Inverter connected to a fully charged battery. My concern is the printer saying 120V but inverter only 110.The guy at sears said no problem it will run it plus some. What do you think?
The 110 -120 difference is not a problem. The main issue that you may run across is with laser printers. The heater used for fusing the toner may draw more wattage than your inverter can handle.
Your fan motor might not like the waveform produced by the inverter and may overheat. I'd suggest using a 12 VDC fan and run it directly off the battery instead
Koolatron specializes in portable 12-volt devices, such as coolers, freezers, or microwaves, that plug into a car's cigarette lighter or other 12-volt source. With the Koolatron 110-volt adapter, you can use these same devices wherever you have access to a 110-volt outlet...
The Sunforce 60012 7 Amp Charge Controller prevents overcharging and discharging of 12 Volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12 Volt solar panels and maintains 12 Volt batteries in a fully charged state...
This is a voltage converter or transformer that can be used as a step up transformer in 110/120 volt countries or as a step down transformer in 220/230/240 volt countries. This heavy duty voltage transformer can be used for continuous duty...
Lifeline Batteries produces the highest quality AGM batteries for Marine/Boat and RV/Recreational Vehicle applications. Each sealed lead acid Marine/RV battery is hand crafted in the United States. For the past 15 years, Lifeline Battery has been a leader in research, development and production of sealed lead acid batteries for the US Navy and US Air Force...
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is a 78amp Hr 750CCA battery considered deep cycle?
I am renting an SUV to go camping, I'd like to use a solar power kit (as used on RV's or boats) with an inverter to run lights, fans recharge batteries etc.
Is a large SUV battery (78amp Hr 750CCA battery) comparable to a deep cycle battery found on an RV or boat?
Thanks
Deep cycle batteries are constructed differently from batteries used to start vehicles. The SUV battery you mention is probably designed to deliver large current for a short time (i.e. starting the engine) whereas a deep cycle battery is designed to provide less current but over a very long period of time (almost to the point of discharge). If you use a starter battery as a deep cycle battery it may not last long due to the lead plates deteriorating.
