Recent content by Max Bender

I too prefer a component system and for mine, I chose a low frequency inverter because of their durability and ability to handle a surge load better than a high frequency inverter. I purchased the 3000-watt DC12v/AC120v version of the inverter linked below. It has no bells and whistles, it's...

My guess is 25ah

Definitely. Plus if my orders do arrive, I'll wipe them down with isopropyl alcohol. I don't know if that helps but I'll do it anyway.

I thought the same thing but decided that it would be a risk I was willing to take. LOL, crazy me.

I wonder if the outbreak is going to put a damper on imports from China. If it does, I might be in for a long wait to get my last order.

The Victron Multi-Plus line of inverter-chargers are impressive units that are well represented at least by their cost. I'd get one but I stubbornly insist on using component systems rather than integrated ones. That is, I have an inverter and a charger - if one goes down then it would be the...

That's exactly what I've been doing. Because all that really matters is proper voltage and sufficient current.

I should add that some Lithium battery chargers use a blanket term to include LiFePO4 batteries as well. But there are some chargers that are specifically made to charge Lithium Ion batteries only. So check the specs before buying. I've checked the aforementioned Victron; it appears safe for...

Victron products appear sparse here in the USA. I've only come across a few, mostly on Amazon and on boating/yachting supply websites. I think Victron's manufacturing plant is in one of the twelve provinces of the Netherlands, maybe North Holland, South Holland, Drenthe, Limburg, Etc.. Oh...

WOW, thank you. I'm looking forward to Pt.2

The datasheet on this one looks good for LiFePO cells in a 12v configuration. https://www.victronenergy.com/chargers/blue-smart-ip65-charger Victron also makes that model for 24v systems.

Lucky you. I can't think of anything that's more fun, more rewarding, and more useful to society than being a teacher.

That's true. The reason why I figured you could get by with 50 amps was because if 100 amps can handle a 1500 watt load for an hour then 50 amps should be able to handle it for 10-15 minutes.

Cool. Then we're back to square one - two 12v batteries or two 24v ones. Me, I'd go with the 24v ones because like Craig said, if the BMS in one battery in a 2x12v configuration turns the battery off, then.... oops, no 24v power at all.

Welcome aboard, Steve. The Forum might be of more help if you stick to the brands known, tested, and mostly discussed here. But I could be wrong so would you provide a link to those batteries you mentioned - I'll have a look at them.