Pure sine wave inverters of low power output are cheap to make because basic electronic components con easily handle the loads. It is when you get up into higher power outputs that the prices jump considerably.
That inverter will do fine for your stated requirements. Probably even a bit overkill but opens up its possible use for other higher powered devices.
For most laptops, small inkjet printers and personal grooming products a simple 150watt coke can inverter with USB will do and these can be purchased for $20 to $25.
We have a "plug in" hair clipper set, and use the 600w PSW inverter to operate this, it also charges our computers, 12v Black and Decker Vacuum cleaner, and a couple of other things - no problem at all.
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For your stated requirements a 60-100 W inverter would be more appropriate. Remember all inverters take a minimum amount of current to drive them even without any load. The larger the inverter the larger this minimum current is.
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PeterD Nissan Navara D23 diesel auto, Spaceland pop-top Retired radio and electronics technician. NSW Central Coast.
For your stated requirements a 60-100 W inverter would be more appropriate. Remember all inverters take a minimum amount of current to drive them even without any load. The larger the inverter the larger this minimum current is.
Gday...
Thanks for that advice Peter - but the inverter I am looking at shows a "no load current" of 0.3>0.55Amp
Given it will not be plugged in permanently but only used when I need to print or recharge the clippers is that too much 'minimum' current ?
That is about as much as each of my LED lights draw.
Cheers - John
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Just tested my Projecta 600W MSW inverter. I have it connected permanently while travelling.
The Standby current with the unit switched on is around half an amp. With it plugged in (12v battery) and switched OFF, the current being used is about 300 microamp (0.3mA) Hope this is of use.
