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Originally Posted by 57Rambler
I understand that the Thor Axis does not come with an inverter. Since my wife and I do a lot of boondocking at national parks, etc. we would really like to be able to watch our TVs. I understand that you can have a third party inverter installed. Any input on this would be appreciated.
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Modern TVs use little power compared to appliances like microwaves or coffee makers, but typically get used for much longer periods (for hours at a time versus a few minutes). The first thing I would do is define the limits of what you want to run (i.e. -- accomplish), and for how long between recharging cycles, because that affects required battery capacity.
I'd also decide whether a permanently-installed inverter is what I want or if a small portable inverter to run a TV will do. I've used a small 400-watt inverter to run a TV for many days during power outage at home, but would want an inverter/charger in a motorhome that can run a microwave or coffee maker (2,000 watt minimum).
We like visiting National Parks also and for our traveling needs a larger inverter and lots of battery capacity should be of greater value than a generator.
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