120 v to 120 v inverter Switch

[DavidD]

I don’t know if you guys are going to understand this question, the title may not be very good, but…

I have a small trailer conversion that is wired for 120v hookups. After I bought it I installed a 12 v solar system since we plan on doing some dry camping also. I have 3 appliances that run on 120 v, 2 of which can use either 120 v or 12 v. One of these will need an inverter to run off the battery. They all plug into regular house type outlets.

Is there a way, to switch from shore power going through the 120 v wiring to 120 v from the inverter? (when the inverter is switched on) I would like a convenient way to switch between the 2 sources without having to go around and unplug an replug things and mess with extension cords, etc. — without the danger of mixing the 2 sources and burning something out… or worse.

I hope you get what I’m trying to say.

 

[Rednecktek]

Transfer switch?

 

[Alice2021]

I guess you need a power inverter with ac transfer switch,such as

AIMS Power PWRIX200012SUL 2000 Watt Pure Sine Inverter with Transfer Switch 12 VDC to 120 VAC ETL Listed​

 

[SamDeleted]

Transfer Switch, Mini Dual Power Switch Automatic Circuit Breaker Dual Electronic Power Generator Changeover Switch Transfer Switch 220V 63A 2P : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Transfer Switch, Mini Dual Power Switch Automatic Circuit Breaker Dual Electronic Power Generator Changeover Switch Transfer Switch 220V 63A 2P : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

www.amazon.co.uk

Designed for the UK 240v ect. but I'm sure you can find similar in the states

This one automatically switches between inverter & ths mains (utility) , generally prioritises the mains . Even with this you will still have to turn your inverter on and off manually

The other option is to find an inverter with 'ac pass-through' ,

 

[timselectric]

The simplest option to work with your existing equipment is a transfer switch.

 

[Chaucer]

Hi,

I have a small trailer and have an inverter and transfer switch installed. Here's a picture. The transfer switch has input from 120 and inverter and output to the fuse/breaker box. The transfer switch allows all the 120 outlets and devices to work, using the inverter, when running off battery power. 120 V has priority (via a relay inside transfer switch) when receiving power from shore power and inverter.