Anyone know exactly what I need or any guidence tips you can recommend. Thanks
2006-12-07 15:00:15 · 8 answers · asked by LOFT1009 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The first thing you would need would be a converter from DC to AC current.
Depending on what you are trying to run depends on how big a converter you are going to need. They are usually based on Watts. Volts multiplied by the amount of Amps equals Watts.
For example, if you are trying to run a laptop. 120 volts x 1.5 amps = 180 watts. Remember to stay within 80% of the maximum watts rating to play it safe. You would need a 250 watt converter.
As far as running power, I would install the converter as per manufacturer's instructions and then use an extension cord.
Good Luck!
2006-12-07 15:10:41 · answer #1 · answered by Casey L 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i installed that into my truck, well its not completely installed but it is close. I ran a heavy gauge wire(the Gauge will depend on the amount of power you want to draw.) that is directly connected to my battery, through framing areas(away from hot or moving parts)and into the cab. it comes in around the left side of my foot well. i have the wire running up above my feet where all the stuff is behind the dashboard. i installed a fuse to protect the wires and a switch near my emergency break release(i cut up a steel can in an intricate desine to make a cover around it to keep it from being bumped on or off. the wire runs across the cab to the right foot well. i left a connection point to connect my Vector DC to AC 350 watt inverter. they are quick connectors so I can easily plug in or remove my inverter. be sure to use common sense and use a wire heavy enough to support the high amperage demand from an inverter.
2006-12-07 15:54:27 · answer #2 · answered by cronos51101 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bad idea, it will just run the car battery dead. Ford trucks & Vans
however do come with a power point plug in spot, its still a
cigerette type plug in. You should check out gas powered
generators, most have regular recepteckles for power tools.
2006-12-07 15:12:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-11 04:36:42 · answer #4 · answered by libbie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use your lighter for an outlet, or use an extension for more outlets (lighters).
Whether you put in individual outlets or use you lighter, you aren't going to be able to draw any more power than then the alternator or battery is putting out.
Good luck?
2006-12-07 15:55:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can buy a converter that plugs into the cigarette lighter. I have had mine for years. You can probably get one at any auto supply store like a Pep Boys, Auto Zone, etc
2006-12-07 15:13:15 · answer #6 · answered by eboue1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd be more concerned about the cost of the extension cord you'd have to buy depending on where you were going!
2006-12-07 17:16:32 · answer #7 · answered by Psychic Sk8r 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what u want 2 use it for,they have power inverters that convert 12vdc to 120vac from ranges 150w to 2000w 2.6amp to 19.2amps of power????what for???
2006-12-07 15:06:30 · answer #8 · answered by J.B.1972 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋