POSSIBLY A SILLY QUESTION BUT... You stated to keep the car running when the inverter is on so as not to drain the battery box battery in use. I'm guessing the battery box battery is wired directly to the alternator being recharged with 12 volts DC yes? Would it be the same if I plugged a 12 volt battery charger to the second AC power socket on the inverter and use its alligator clamps to connect to the battery box battery as I operate the inverter? Would it work the same or put too much of a load on the inverter?
@@4wdsupacentreAu G'day mate, might be a stupid question but I just bought a fuse like that one but it's rated at 12-48v is that high enough? Or does it need to be a 240v fuse? Cheers!
Hi there, i have a 1200w input microwave with a 1500w kings inverter, i just wonder can i connected directly to my 80ah 100rc 500cca battery ? I will be running it for maybe 4or 5 minutes max per day with engine on. Thanks great video
Hi there, Thank you for the question, while you would need to run a larger gauge, we would however strongly recommend a closer installation to the battery as larger voltage use also creates more drop and by extension less efficiency in running 240v items. Regards, Andrew
If I have a triple battery dcdc charger setup with one starter (under the bonnet) and two deep cycles (in the canopy) do I just need to wire the inverter to one of the deep cycles or do something different with both of them involved?
How many watt inverter would it take to power a compact desktop setup in a vehicle? Would this 1500 watt inverter and an extra RV battery be enough to power a computer monitor, and tower at the same time? Thanks!
Yes .. easily .. but this video only cover part of the install .. major missing piece is how it connects to your vehicle to charge the additional battery .. this guy only gave a toot about selling it .. not installing it .. you need a minimum of 2 gauge wire from the battery in the rear bigger the better .. and you need a Battery Isolator between the alternator and main battery to the rear battery and the inverter
Gday Mitch, I installed mine as per instruction in the box! Nothing said about a circuit breaker! Just watched your video! 🤔 Would you recommend putting one in? Cheers Scotty
I find once the thermo fan kicks it doesn't turn off, even once the load has been taken off. Only way to turn it off is switching off the unit. Is this normal?
Surely the advice about running the vehicle only applies if the inverter is connected to the mains battery? If I have a deep cycle battery providing the power and solar is recharging that battery, and it's not connected to my mains battery at all, running the camper is pointless!
Has anyone had any luck using the inverter using a remote switch? If so what brand? I plugged a projecta switch into the port, it doesn’t work and only sounds an alarm.
Hey mate, our inverter should work with any remote switch on the market (ie Redarc or Projecta) so long as you have a RJ11 plug. We are currently looking into inverter remotes if you're not in a big rush. Cheers, Jay
@@4wdsupacentreAu This is Definitely not the case. Have tried several. Had to custom wire one. This is a big let down of the product especially when your website says "Available separately" but you don't sell them
Hi Scott, Out of the two options, we recommend going with the 200amp circuit breaker instead of the 120amp circuit breaker. The reason for this is because if you are using all 1500 watts of the inverter and his battery voltage drops to 12 volts, the circuit will be drawing at least 125amps (which will trip the 120amp circuit breaker every time). If you are only using the inverter for low power items, the 120amp will be fine. However, the 200amp will be the better option for most applications. As always if you’re using the inverter with high power items, we suggest running the vehicle at the same time to ensure the battery is receiving a good charge which will keep the voltage up. Cheers, Mitch
4WD Supacentre thanks Mitch, one more question do you guys sell a remote switch for the inverter? I see it has a plug there ready, have you tested any switches? Can you recommend one that is compatible with the kings inverter?
Scott Bielecki Go to battery world and ask their advise, take one piece of the leads provide as well. My local shop was excellent and did not mind at all.
Better to add a circuit breaker or fuse, this is to protect your circuit more than the inverter. Have just installed a different brand 1500/3000 watt inverter and installed a 250 amp fuse. And I did not use the wire provide (6AWS) and used the recommended 2AWS. THE 1509 watt is continuous and the 3000 watt is start up boost maximum. Do a search for good name brand inverters installing instruction.
Not a full how-to install video. Install video only any good IF you have a portable Battery very close by.... what if you intend to utilize the main starter battery in the engine bay? What size cable should I require then?? and do I have to use two cables right through to the battery or can a shorter earth be attached to the chassis? Cheers bud
major missing piece is how it connects to your vehicle to charge the additional battery .. this guy only gave a toot about selling it .. not installing it .. you need a minimum of 2 gauge wire from the battery in the rear bigger the better .. and you need a Battery Isolator between the alternator and main battery to the rear battery and the inverter
POSSIBLY A SILLY QUESTION BUT... You stated to keep the car running when the inverter is on so as not to drain the battery box battery in use. I'm guessing the battery box battery is wired directly to the alternator being recharged with 12 volts DC yes? Would it be the same if I plugged a 12 volt battery charger to the second AC power socket on the inverter and use its alligator clamps to connect to the battery box battery as I operate the inverter? Would it work the same or put too much of a load on the inverter?
Very good video mate easy to understand instructions thanks again
Glad it helped
@@4wdsupacentreAu G'day mate, might be a stupid question but I just bought a fuse like that one but it's rated at 12-48v is that high enough? Or does it need to be a 240v fuse? Cheers!
Why not sell the cable and circuit breaker with the inverter?
I feel better about my questions now
Hi there, i have a 1200w input microwave with a 1500w kings inverter, i just wonder can i connected directly to my 80ah 100rc 500cca battery ? I will be running it for maybe 4or 5 minutes max per day with engine on. Thanks great video
If I was running the inverter 4 metres from the battery, would I need to up the cable size based on Volt drop of the cable run?
Hi there,
Thank you for the question, while you would need to run a larger gauge, we would however strongly recommend a closer installation to the battery as larger voltage use also creates more drop and by extension less efficiency in running 240v items.
Regards, Andrew
If I have a triple battery dcdc charger setup with one starter (under the bonnet) and two deep cycles (in the canopy) do I just need to wire the inverter to one of the deep cycles or do something different with both of them involved?
just purchased the Kings 1500w inverter - what gauge wire would i use if inverter is installed 4m from 12v battery? thanks
Hi there,
An 8 or 10AWG should be fine!
Cheers, Courtney
Can I please ask why the breaker needs to be as close as possible to the battery?
Hi there,
This it to protect a much of the wiring as possible.
Regards, Courtney
Can you use a 1500w Inverter with a 115a Battery that is only charged by a 160watt Solar Panel?
Hi there,
This would need a battery would a 147a power draw or higher.
Regards, Courtney
Cheers Courtney! :)@@4wdsupacentreAu
What about a 500watt inverter?@@4wdsupacentreAu
How many watt inverter would it take to power a compact desktop setup in a vehicle? Would this 1500 watt inverter and an extra RV battery be enough to power a computer monitor, and tower at the same time? Thanks!
Yes .. easily .. but this video only cover part of the install .. major missing piece is how it connects to your vehicle to charge the additional battery .. this guy only gave a toot about selling it .. not installing it .. you need a minimum of 2 gauge wire from the battery in the rear bigger the better .. and you need a Battery Isolator between the alternator and main battery to the rear battery and the inverter
You use a DC to DC charger, different product, different video.
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Is the circuit braker a must have?
You need something to protect the positive wiring.
I thought the kings battery box already has a circuit breaker built in to the battery box??
Hi Phirom,
Yes battery box comes with 30 Amp fuse.
Cheers
Saleha
Hey guys what's the go with the ethernet port ?
Oddly enough, A remote control
which they don't sell?
Gday Mitch,
I installed mine as per instruction in the box! Nothing said about a circuit breaker! Just watched your video!
🤔
Would you recommend putting one in?
Cheers Scotty
Same. Nothing about a circuit braker in the manual, just straight to the battery.
Definitely put a circuit breaker in to protect the wiring. No breaker equals potential fire.
TechStories79 would a fuse be ok?
@@scotttroyahn4016 no use a resettable breaker sized correctly for the device/cable.
TechStories79 legend thanks for your help!
Which store would you recommend?
I find once the thermo fan kicks it doesn't turn off, even once the load has been taken off. Only way to turn it off is switching off the unit. Is this normal?
I would NOT turn the inverter off if thermal fans are running!! Even when you've finished using it.
The fans are cooling down the internal components
Can it be connected to battery with Anderson Plugs?
Work out the current draw. Probably not, certainly not 50A.
Surely the advice about running the vehicle only applies if the inverter is connected to the mains battery? If I have a deep cycle battery providing the power and solar is recharging that battery, and it's not connected to my mains battery at all, running the camper is pointless!
where did you get the circuit breaker from?
They are available in hardware and auto parts shops. Cheers, Saleha
Ebay bro 150 volt for around $28-$30 for a good one.
What gauge wire did you use?
Hi Copy, Inverter comes with 16mm2 (6AWG) cable gauge
Has anyone had any luck using the inverter using a remote switch? If so what brand? I plugged a projecta switch into the port, it doesn’t work and only sounds an alarm.
Hey mate, our inverter should work with any remote switch on the market (ie Redarc or Projecta) so long as you have a RJ11 plug. We are currently looking into inverter remotes if you're not in a big rush. Cheers, Jay
@@4wdsupacentreAu I tried a Redarc remote switch, it does not work with the kings inverter, hoping you are coming up with a solution soon
@@4wdsupacentreAu This is Definitely not the case. Have tried several. Had to custom wire one. This is a big let down of the product especially when your website says "Available separately" but you don't sell them
Why is the recommendation for 150amp breaker? The local auto elec only has 120 & 200, Is it better to go 120amp or 200amp??
Hi Scott,
Out of the two options, we recommend going with the 200amp circuit breaker instead of the 120amp circuit breaker.
The reason for this is because if you are using all 1500 watts of the inverter and his battery voltage drops to 12 volts, the circuit will be drawing at least 125amps (which will trip the 120amp circuit breaker every time).
If you are only using the inverter for low power items, the 120amp will be fine. However, the 200amp will be the better option for most applications.
As always if you’re using the inverter with high power items, we suggest running the vehicle at the same time to ensure the battery is receiving a good charge which will keep the voltage up.
Cheers,
Mitch
4WD Supacentre thanks Mitch, one more question do you guys sell a remote switch for the inverter? I see it has a plug there ready, have you tested any switches? Can you recommend one that is compatible with the kings inverter?
Scott Bielecki Go to battery world and ask their advise, take one piece of the leads provide as well. My local shop was excellent and did not mind at all.
@@4wdsupacentreAu i have 2000w inverter should i go for 200A or 300A , my appliance need 1600watt ?
Always remember the circuit breaker is to protect the cable from overheating causing fire.
Better to add a circuit breaker or fuse, this is to protect your circuit more than the inverter. Have just installed a different brand 1500/3000 watt inverter and installed a 250 amp fuse. And I did not use the wire provide (6AWS) and used the recommended 2AWS. THE 1509 watt is continuous and the 3000 watt is start up boost maximum. Do a search for good name brand inverters installing instruction.
Do you have a link for a 2AWD wire cable? I can't find it.
I went to battery world and had them do it as I believe you will not swage the fittings properly with a hand tool.
Not a full how-to install video. Install video only any good IF you have a portable Battery very close by.... what if you intend to utilize the main starter battery in the engine bay? What size cable should I require then?? and do I have to use two cables right through to the battery or can a shorter earth be attached to the chassis? Cheers bud
major missing piece is how it connects to your vehicle to charge the additional battery .. this guy only gave a toot about selling it .. not installing it .. you need a minimum of 2 gauge wire from the battery in the rear bigger the better .. and you need a Battery Isolator between the alternator and main battery to the rear battery and the inverter
the price on these seems to good to be true has anyone got one and can safely say there decent.
16 mm2 is not even close to the right size to pull 150 A continous. Use a minimum of 35 mm2 of good quality cable, idealy 50 mm2
What size (AWG) are those 2 sizes you mention?
Cheers