Inverter question

[Lupus]

Spit. Modified sine wave inverters should not even be a consideration so please chuck out those first 2.

Hey had one of those for quite sometime... Don't use it for anything like fridges.

 

[wingnut771]

Hey had one of those for quite sometime... Don't use it for anything like fridges.

Or anything with a motor. Yes, remember the OG mecer thread where everything goes.

 

[Lupus]

Or anything with a motor.

The compressor is a motor so yeah

 

[wingnut771]

The compressor is a motor so yeah

And fans.

 

[Lupus]

And fans.

They run beautifully honest... A little whining

 

[wingnut771]

They run beautifully honest... A little whining

/s

Motor gets hot.

 

[denmendez65]

https://powerforum.co.za/topic/33852-sunovaefox-lh-series-portable-35kw-inverter-5kwh-battery-trolley-unit-with-built-in-wifi-up-to-45-kw-pv-capable-stock-clearance/

 

[wingnut771]

https://powerforum.co.za/topic/33852-sunovaefox-lh-series-portable-35kw-inverter-5kwh-battery-trolley-unit-with-built-in-wifi-up-to-45-kw-pv-capable-stock-clearance/

That's a steal!

 

[wingnut771]

Just add:

 

[denmendez65]

Just add:
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That inverter is similar to mine. Have 4.55kW on mine also which is at the limit.

 

[rh1]

An aunt of mine bought the RCT Megapower RCT MP-T1000S Pure Sine Wave. She says it lasts only a short while especially with the fridge plugged in. Needs 6-8 hours of backup.

Any advice?

FOr longer hours, the cheapest solution is a generator.

I have this model, basically can run my whole house:

MAC AFRIC 6.5 kVA (5 KW) Standby Petrol Generator (with T.F.V meter)

A well-sized generator ideal for powering the average South African home. Designed for convenience, it features an electric start, soft wheels and handle for easy mobility. Compact, user friendly and built for everyday use. One year limited warranty 7 day return (unused, original packaging)...

www.adendorff.co.za

 

[rh1]

To add : trolleys should be for key items.

Fridges are not key equipment.

 

[Lupus]

To add : trolleys should be for key items.

Fridges are not key equipment.

They are after 12 hours

 

[rh1]

They are after 12 hours

Then trolleys are not the answer. Generators are, especially at that price point.

 

[denmendez65]

They are after 12 hours

36 easily. My kitchen had tripped 3 days before I came back from my travels in December coz of a plug left outside in the rain. The fridge still had ice. It was melting but still had ice.

 

[Dimpie (JIGSAW)]

Why the need to power a fridge ?

 

[Lupus]

36 easily. My kitchen had tripped 3 days before I came back from my travels in December coz of a plug left outside in the rain. The fridge still had ice. It was melting but still had ice.

If you don't open and close it maybe. Freezers definitely can remain that long

 

[Lupus]

Why the need to power a fridge ?

Generally to keep goods cold?

 

[wingnut771]

Generally to keep goods cold?

Just keep it full so the mass acts like a battery. Like water bottles or something.

 

[Lupus]

Just keep it full so the mass acts like a battery. Like water bottles or something.

Those generally warm up as well.