running a/c on inverter

[David Brady]

My LXi is set up to run one AC off an inverter and the alternator, but

conventional wisdom is that you shouldn't do it. Steadystate current

draw from the alternator is 150Amps. I want to preserve my precious

alternator, so I always run the generator when I need my AC's.

Another point of view to consider the inefficiencies of the alternator

in generating DC and to add on to that the inefficiency of the inverter

to convert to AC to run the air conditioning. The generator is more

efficient at generating the needed AC.



David Brady

'02 LXi, NC



coreyg67 wrote:

I'm trying to figure out a way to run 1 of my A/C units on the
inverters and alternator. I

would think with the two 2500 watt inverters, and the 300amp
alternator, this would be a

doable venture. Can someone tell me if, and how to do this task?



Thanks

Corey & Jenni

1996 PT42'

Prosper, TX

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