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I have used one that just clips onto the batteries but never permanently installed one to the boat. I just pull it out and use it when needed.
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I have a 1,000 watt inverter like @robert843 mentioned. My tube inflator is 110v, so I use it for that.
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You mean "inverter" I installed a 1600 watt inverter, 120 volt pump uses about 975 watts was going to get a 1200, more than you need is a good rule of thumb for inverters always think peak load. But 1600 was less expensive for the same brand. I use Whistler 1600 pro (older model) tubes get done quick.
https://www.amazon.com/Whistler-160...1&sr=8-1&keywords=1600+watt+inverter+whistler
https://www.amazon.com/Whistler-160...1&sr=8-1&keywords=1600+watt+inverter+whistler
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What are you wanting to power?
I have not used an inverter in our boat. I do have a 1,500 watt inverter that was used for jobs early in my house construction.
I have always been concerned about the risk of electrocution from using 120 on the boat. For example I dropped the tube pump in the water today while I was in the water using it. If it had been a 120 volt pull without a GFCI it would have shocked me. 12 volt has limited ability to conduct through the water so it did not bother me.
If you are going to install and inverter I would use a marine inverter and install it as high as possible.
I have not used an inverter in our boat. I do have a 1,500 watt inverter that was used for jobs early in my house construction.
I have always been concerned about the risk of electrocution from using 120 on the boat. For example I dropped the tube pump in the water today while I was in the water using it. If it had been a 120 volt pull without a GFCI it would have shocked me. 12 volt has limited ability to conduct through the water so it did not bother me.
If you are going to install and inverter I would use a marine inverter and install it as high as possible.
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I'm not wanting to power anything specific. .. I don't know that I need one. I saw one on amazon and wondered if others have used one and for what applications. My inflator runs off of my battery.
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Good article about Marine Inverters in in Boat US this month.
I thought about installing one too..
http://www.boatus.com/magazine/2016/august/avoiding-boat-electrical-mistakes.asp
I thought about installing one too..
http://www.boatus.com/magazine/2016/august/avoiding-boat-electrical-mistakes.asp
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Most anything needed in a boat will come in a 12v version, That's why the margarita blenders come in 12v versions. Leave the 110 out of the boat unless the need comes up.
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It is safer, and way more efficient then converting. . . . .
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