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Bluestraveler
09-10-2012, 10:18 PM
Okay here it goes, I have talked to numerous people and 3 have mentioned they have stacked inverters. Now I didn't want them to know I had no idea what they are talking about so I just listened and said okay. Now I am wondering what is meant when its stated that the inverters are stacked? I know it is not one mounted on top of the other. I am assuming that they are both wired to the same curcit? or am I missing something ?

Please excuse my stupidity we are still learning and searching motor homes,

Bluestraveler

NewellCrazy
09-10-2012, 11:22 PM
Hi Bluestraveler,

stacking in simple terms is an electronic control that will synchronize two inverters to work as one-to keep the 60 cycles of AC in synch between the two. Then they think as one and you double your output-but also double the need for more batteries. Personally I would use the inverter for convenience items like microwave, coffee maker, TV, Stereo, etc) , not for primary electricity and for your primary electricals, use the generator.

Sean

Barthman
09-11-2012, 03:59 AM
After reading this I wonder about this term when I heard and read it. thanks Sean for this update