inexpensive inverter 400w

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westbranch
westbranch Solar Expert Posts: 5,183 ✭✭✭✭
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I needed an inexpensive inverter to power the laptop in the truck and came across this in a local auto parts store, on sale, so far I am happy with it compared to the old 140 ProWatz inverter.

Main reason is the onboard fan that keeps the unit quite cool, the 140 w model got pretty darn hot after a half hour or more and this worried me.

Does anyone have any knowlege of this company and it products, for modified sine wave they seem pretty wel built.

http://www.powersystemsdirect.com/default.php?manufacturers_id=108


Eric
 
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  • crewzer
    crewzer Registered Users, Solar Expert Posts: 1,832 ✭✭✭✭
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    Re: inexpensive inverter 400w

    Eric,

    I use a similar inverter for powering a laptop in my truck. It appears to work fine. It seems to get a bit warm, so I make a point of placing it on the floor rather than on the seat -- better ventilation.

    HTH,
    Jim / crewzer
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