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NPower Portable Digital Inverter - 3000 Watts
Item# 4573000
This high-efficiency NPower portable inverter converts virtually all of the batterys available power to AC current. Suitable for contractors who operate power tools near their vehicle. Features high surge capacity for devices that require more power to start. Power Supply: 12V lead-acid battery, Continuous Watts: 2,700-3,000, AC Outlets (qty.): 4, USB Ports (qty.): 1, LED Indicators: Digital, Low Battery Protection: Yes, High Temperature Protection: Yes, Overload Protection: Yes, Low Voltage Protection: Yes, Cables Included: No, Battery Included: No Delivers portable AC power for cars, trucks, RVs and boats AC outlets for connecting multiple devices Powers handheld power tools, appliances, TVs, computers, stereos and more Protections include overload and high-temperature shutdown, over-voltage protection, low voltage alarm and low voltage shutdown Uses NPower inverter cable, Item# 457103
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will this handle a device requiring 5.5 amps.
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To determine the required wattage to operate a given item, the formula is volts x amps= watts. So multiplying 5.5a x 120v= 660w. The wattage requirement of the item in question is approximately 660 watts. This inverter will easily handle that load.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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will this run off of a auto charging system?
asked 1 year, 10 months ago on NPower Portable Digital Inverter - 3000 Watts
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All inverters will operate off a 12volt auto charging system, including this digital.
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Type of 240V outlet?
asked 1 year, 9 months ago on NPower Portable Digital Inverter - 3000 Watts
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This unit does not provide 240 volt power.
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Is this a pure sine inverter or modified sine?
asked 1 year, 8 months ago on NPower Portable Digital Inverter - 3000 Watts
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This inverter is modified sinewave. Although this item supplies clean enough current for most electronic devices I would suggest using a pure sinewave inverter for especially sensitive equipment.
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What is the peak draw of this inverter?
asked 1 year, 8 months ago on NPower Portable Digital Inverter - 3000 Watts
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This NPower inverter has 5000 Watts of surge power.
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Could you plug a step up transformer into this inverter to get 220/VAC 60 hz
I want to power a 1 hp well pump for up to two hours per day. If I get 4 each 110 amp hour batteries and hook them in series to maintain 12 volt then to the 3000 watt inverter then to a 3000 watt step up transformer (Or smaller inverter or transformer due to battery bank size and power requirement) can it and will it power my 1 hp 230 vac well pump? regards..
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No, These units do not provide 240 volt power.
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Can this be hooked up to two different battery banks
Like two different battery arrays. Thanks.
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This item can be connected to a single battery or battery bank. Connecting this inverter to two separate battery banks at the same time would essentially create a larger battery bank. When connecting this inverter to multiple batteries, be sure to wire the batteries in parallel to ensure that you are creating a 12 volt system. Wiring batteries in series will cause higher voltage that may damage the inverter.
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Why are there two sets of hook ups on the back of the inverter
It looks like there are two sets of DC connections on the back of this unit. The manual doesn't say anything about this having two inputs or what they are for. Can you please tell me what they are for. Thanks.
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There are two sets of Dc inputs on this inverter because multiple sets of wiring are needed if the load on the inverter is over 1000 Watts.
Per page 3 of the owners manual: If connected with loads of over 1000 W, two sets of same size wiring must be connected to the same battery or the connected battery kit. It may damage the inverter if using one set of wiring only or connecting two sets of wiring to different batteries separately!
Per page 3 of the owners manual: If connected with loads of over 1000 W, two sets of same size wiring must be connected to the same battery or the connected battery kit. It may damage the inverter if using one set of wiring only or connecting two sets of wiring to different batteries separately!
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How many batteries can be linked in parallel?
I'm thinking that 3 deep cycle marine batteries would provide extended power for emergencies. Enough to run a 1,500 Watt Infrared heater?
asked 1 year, 2 months ago on NPower Portable Digital Inverter - 3000 Watts
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There is no limit to how many 12 volt batteries you have in parallel, the voltage will stay the same but the capacity increases.
Paralleling the batteries will definitely extend the run time of this NPower inverter when powering your heater but keep in mind that the charge time will increase with the more batteries you have.
Paralleling the batteries will definitely extend the run time of this NPower inverter when powering your heater but keep in mind that the charge time will increase with the more batteries you have.
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Is the output wattage split between outlets? Or can I draw 2500 watts from one outlet? (A 15A compressor)
asked 1 year, 2 months ago on NPower Portable Digital Inverter - 3000 Watts
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Unfortunately, the answer to your question is "maybe". The reason being is that the 3,000W inverter would definitely run a 15A appliance, but 2,500 Watts is very high for just 15A. It could be that 2,500 watts is the peak or starting power of the compressor and not the continuous power rating. If this is the case, then yes, our inverter can definitely power this appliance. But if the compressor indeed needs 2,500 watts continuous, then no.
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