What else do I need in addition to the inverter to safely install and operate this SW 1000 12V inverter? Wire size, fuses, etc.?
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Depends on your application... for me, for a mobile power source or turning my truck into an emergency generator, I went with the following... 3, 5 ft. 4 awg battery extension cables from my local Autozone store, 2 brass battery bolt extenders, also from Autozone (to make connecting to the vehicle battery fast and easy), 1, inline fuse box, 1, 150 amp fuse, purchased from Amazon (you'll need to cut one of the 3 cables and install the inline box and fuse, I used a hack saw to cut the cable and used 4 aluminum connectors purchased at Home Depot). You'll also need a 5/8 wrench, electrical tape and a knife. Depends on your application... for me, for a mobile power source or turning my truck into an emergency generator, I went with the following... 3, 5 ft. 4 awg battery extension cables from my local Autozone store, 2 brass battery bolt extenders, also from Autozone (to make connecting to the vehicle battery fast and easy), 1, inline fuse box, 1, 150 amp fuse, purchased from Amazon (you'll need to cut one of the 3 cables and install the inline box and fuse, I used a hack saw to cut the cable and used 4 aluminum connectors purchased at Home Depot). You'll also need a 5/8 wrench, electrical tape... » Read More Depends on your application... for me, for a mobile power source or turning my truck into an emergency generator, I went with the following... 3, 5 ft. 4 awg battery extension cables from my local Autozone store, 2 brass battery bolt extenders, also from Autozone (to make connecting to the vehicle battery fast and easy), 1, inline fuse box, 1, 150 amp fuse, purchased from Amazon (you'll need to cut one of the 3 cables and install the inline box and fuse, I used a hack saw to cut the cable and used 4 aluminum connectors purchased at Home Depot). You'll also need a 5/8 wrench, electrical tape and a knife. « Show Less
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What i have ran is zero gauge wire,(yes, it's huge but it carries all the current the inverter can produce) a raptor ranl1502 150 amp anl fuse, with a DB Link anlfh01 0-gauge anl fuse holder. You will also need a hammer crimper and wire lugs for the wire ends to connect to the inverter. I use an optima battery with top and side post and crimped lugs on the wires to connect to the side post on it as well. You can get the DB Link pw0r50z 0 awg positive wire on amazon for $74 for 50 feet right now. Otherwise you're looking at around $250 for other brands.
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You can download the manual here : http://www.xantrex.com/documents/Power-Inverters/PROwatt-SW/975-0529-01-01_Rev-B(PROWatt%20SW%20Inverter%20NA).pdfThere are also many you tube clips, start with this one : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvW7kfBN-fc
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You can download the manual here : http://www.xantrex.com/documents/Power-Inverters/PROwatt-SW/975-0529-01-01_Rev-B(PROWatt%20SW%20Inverter%20NA).pdf There are also many you tube clips, start with this one : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvW7kfBN-fc
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you need to use a big gauge wire size (I think I used 0 or 2, and they make really flexible ones now that are nice if you plan on running it around corners. The manual says 4 gauge is the smallest you can use). I'm not sure about fuses... I bought a couple of big fuses but didn't end up using them. I've just looked over the manual and it does show a fuse installed between the positive terminal on the inverter and the battery, so I better make the change. This inverter has been really great, though.... I might even get a second one.
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Just some wire, battery cable type, #0 or thereaboutsUse good quality crimp onCable end connectors and extra tighten all bolts
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Depends on your requirements and application. Charge controller, AGM batteries, mounting hardware, M4 connectors and cable and if you want to convert the dc from the batteries into 120 v -- you will need the properly sized inverter.
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You will need a deep cycle battery, or battery bank. 12 or 24 V will both work. You will need an inverter, best to get one rated for 2X the wattage you use. If you used 2.5kW get a 5kW inverter, these need to match your battery/bank in Voltage. 12V is cheaper for both batteries and inverters. However, you can just run two 12V in series to get 24V. 24V charges faster and uses less amps. Thus, is more efficient. Yes, this can be hooked directly to your breaker box. You may also want to get an inline fuse to go between the battery/bank and inverter. Inverter max watt/10. 2kW = 200 amp fuse.
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Greg:I am very pleased with the inverter I have. I have the 24volt unit and my panels are wired, two in series to get 24 volt, back to trunkline to the inverter and then to grid. This utilises all the voltage they put out. If you are connecting to batteries your charger will hold the panels at 12volts and you will need wire up for 12 volt.calvinm@galaxycable.net
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I have read somewhere you should connect the inverter to the battery. Because of the potential load you are pulling could exceed the charge controller. I am just passing on what i read just got my panels will be installing them soon
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Amps are not Amps. WATTS are what need to be conserved. If you have 10000 Watts of AC available on the output, it will require OVER 833 Amps on the input. If fact, it will require even more than 833 Amps as a result of the efficiency (lack of perfect conversion) of the inverter. I'd bet the overall conversion eff. to be less than 80%, which means it would be 10000 Watts/0.8 = 12,500 Watts, and for the sake of easy math 1000 Amps @ 12.5 Vdc input. Thats some serious current and is going to be a real problem when attempting to minimize the voltage drop on the input cables! (Which when it occurs will result in even more current being required for the same number of Watts! Amps are not Amps. WATTS are what need to be conserved. If you have 10000 Watts of AC available on the output, it will require OVER 833 Amps on the input. If fact, it will require even more than 833 Amps as a result of the efficiency (lack of perfect conversion) of the inverter. I'd bet the overall conversion eff. to be less than 80%, which means it would be 10000 Watts/0.8 = 12,500 Watts, and for the sake of easy math 1000 Amps @ 12.5 Vdc input. Thats some serious current and is going to be a real problem when attempting to minimize the voltage drop on the input cables! (Which when it... » Read More Amps are not Amps. WATTS are what need to be conserved. If you have 10000 Watts of AC available on the output, it will require OVER 833 Amps on the input. If fact, it will require even more than 833 Amps as a result of the efficiency (lack of perfect conversion) of the inverter. I'd bet the overall conversion eff. to be less than 80%, which means it would be 10000 Watts/0.8 = 12,500 Watts, and for the sake of easy math 1000 Amps @ 12.5 Vdc input. Thats some serious current and is going to be a real problem when attempting to minimize the voltage drop on the input cables! (Which when it occurs will result in even more current being required for the same number of Watts! « Show Less
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i run a small swine wave for those . as you can pick up a 500 what cheap . then run big loads like pump , washer machine etc . with this inverter .
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I have blown inverters that have matching capacities to the PV's. A good rule is to give yourself extra capacity. Although your PV array is rated at 1000 watts your are probably producing 700watts tops. You are probably wondering if you can get away with using a 1000 watt inverter. I wouldn't risk it. I've done it in the past, but heat is your enemy. Over rate your system with a 1500 inverter and spare yourself the aggravation of living on a prayer. P.s. lengthen the life of your inverter by cooling it with a low wattage fan.
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I cannot speak to the inverter issue but if outputs 60hz 1120v current it should work fine. The power setting are extremely consistent if set on temperature they are within two to three degrees of the indicated temperature almost always on the high side(i.e. if set at 80 degrees F the actual temp with my unit will be 82 degrees. Overall it seems to be of high quality.
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the wagan 10000 should be ran with more than one battery as it will draw hard and wear your battery out a lot sooner i would suggest a 2500 orat the most a5000 watt. the big ? is how many watts is the a/c unit?then get an inverter a little bigger than that so you wont over work your inverter. i am running 18 6volt batteries with mine. theyrun down about every 4 to 6 days. i hope this helps you out. p.s. stay away from aims inverters they do not put out what they say. wagan is your best bet for the price.
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I would, 2000 watts @ 12 volts = 166.6 amps. The hot leg of any circuit (AC or DC) should always be protected with a fuse or circuit breaker. If you don't have a manual on your inverter search the internet to try to find its spec sheet to find out its max load in amps then size your fuse (or breaker) just slightly larger then it's max amp load
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Normally you will have to figure out how much power your machine or device will take and then go from there . in order for the size of inverter you need
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There is no fuse or circuit breaker on the input side of the unit (12 volt side). There is a GFCI outlet on the output (120 volt) side. Therefore, you will need to add a fuse to the Positive terminal of the 12 volt input side of the inverter.
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12 vdc is required, if you lose power the configurations stays, i recommend you to use 3rd party relay on the output and do not use the direct relay output
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The simple answer is NO. 10A X 120V = 1200 Watts. This unit is rated at ~400W? Assuming only 90% efficiency of most inverters, you want one that is rated at 1200+10%+ another 20% for good measure. As a practical matter and since the price of these has come down significantly in recent years due to advances in the technology, I suggest doubling your base requirement. IOW, buy a 2400Watt inverter. IMPORTANT! Your 10Amp pump will 'pull' about 100A+! from your DC source. You would need a substantial battery bank for that.
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FYI, your 12v system in your car is generally only fused for 150-175 watts, if you want to use the inverters full watt rating you will need a direct connection to a battery or series of batteries
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Nothing special needed, but always fuse to protect the system. Amazon has some install kits from Kawell, if someone is not sure what to get and they are not that expensive. This unit only has one red and one black wire, so not too complicated. Ive only used them with 12 volts, but understand they will work on 24 also. Thanks.