i need more room in my van so want to get rid of bulky 4kw generator. I need 4kw to boot up my 1.5kw pressure washer.
2007-09-21 23:27:36 · 3 answers · asked by cdjr36 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The current required from the battery will be 4000 watts / 12V = 333 amps. You will need very large wires to the inverter. Even running current 1500 watts / 12V = 125 amps. Is the alternator in the car capable of supplying this much current to keep the battery charged? I suspect you'll be hard pressed to make this work with the stock alternator. Upgrade the alternator and battery and you may have a chance.
Perhaps you could mount the generator on a trailer hitch carrier to free up space within the van.
2007-09-22 00:06:32 · answer #1 · answered by Warren914 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You probably could as long as you run the vehicle while using and your alternator can keep up with charging the battery---not sure how much drain those things have on a battery....or get a dual battery setup with one for using the inverter.
http://www.theinverterstore.com/?OVRAW=4000%20watt%2012%20volt%20inverter&OVKEY=12%20volt%20power%20inverter&OVMTC=advanced&OVADID=14889872011&OVKWID=116060153511
2007-09-21 23:42:10 · answer #2 · answered by paul h 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldnt trust an inverter to run a power-washer.........
2007-09-22 03:22:44 · answer #3 · answered by DennistheMenace 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋