OK folks I cam out of my corner to get myself in trouble.
Background - I have been researching inverter choices in the 3000W range. The unit I am comparing other too is the Go Power ISW3000-12 https://gpelectric.com/products/3000...wave-inverter/ One concern on the Go Power is the loud fan noise that has been reported under load. However the Go power does not require some of the circuit breakers the Xantrex does as they are built in form what I can tell. GP cam also run the AC unit in a pinch based on their literature.
I recently ran across the Xantrex brand and I think some here are running them.
I first looked at their true sign wave stand alone inverter.
Freedom X 3000 https://www.xantrex.com/power-produc...freedom-x.aspx Appear to be close. BUT they want a GFIC breaker on the output and a separate breaker on the input. Now GD has both GFIC circuits and non GFIC circuits and if I remember correctly from my limited electrical experience you cant have two GFI circuits on the same line am I correct on this? Price is about the same as the Go Power.It has a 110V pass through feature and can automatically pick up a load, but I cant use that and be able to run my transfer switch to take the Converter off line ( it might become a wiring nightmare., I don't need the automation either. I would just wire it for AC out. It requires an 8awg ground wire to the case too - something different. No mention of being able to run an AC unit.
Operator/install manual can be found here https://www.solar-electric.com/lib/w...m_X_Manual.pdf
Now for their inverter/charger.
Freedom XC PRO 3000 https://www.xantrex.com/power-produc...dom-xcpro.aspx. It has the same GFIC requirement. Plus side the charging profile is complete customizable. My proposed Crown CR-160 6V batteries have a max charging amp limit of 60 amps and the charged can put out 150, but is programmable . It also has a fully custom profile and can handle lithium
Cost wise is it the same range as the Multiplus. so if I am going to go with a inverter/charger I might as well go Victron Multiplus 3000 and find a way to sell SWMBO on it.
Operator install manual can be found here https://www.solar-electric.com/lib/w...%27s_Guide.pdf
Speaking of Victrom they do have a stand alone inverter in the 3000W range its the Phoenix Inverter https://www.victronenergy.com/invert...48v-800va-3kva Victron also has the Phoenix Inverter Smart but it looks like it is only available in 230V Prices are about the same as the Multiplus again. Anyone with experience on these specific units?
The only other choice is Magnum, but they only make inverter charger and are more expensive than the Victron.
I took AIMS off my list due to warranty and customer service issues - a lot of negative reviews on this issue.
If the GFIC issue is not a problem I may consider the Xantrex Freedom X 3000 if folks think it is a good comparison to the Go Power ISW 3000-12
Thoughts? Ideas? Go back to my corner?
Thanks
Keith
I think I just thought of a way to make my transfer switch work to kill the converter with the pass through 110 on the Freedom X 3000. I would need a junction box to feed it and the Inverter on the incoming shore power. Inverter power would go through just like their wiring diagram shows. Ill haft to draw it up and double check..
Background - I have been researching inverter choices in the 3000W range. The unit I am comparing other too is the Go Power ISW3000-12 https://gpelectric.com/products/3000...wave-inverter/ One concern on the Go Power is the loud fan noise that has been reported under load. However the Go power does not require some of the circuit breakers the Xantrex does as they are built in form what I can tell. GP cam also run the AC unit in a pinch based on their literature.
I recently ran across the Xantrex brand and I think some here are running them.
I first looked at their true sign wave stand alone inverter.
Freedom X 3000 https://www.xantrex.com/power-produc...freedom-x.aspx Appear to be close. BUT they want a GFIC breaker on the output and a separate breaker on the input. Now GD has both GFIC circuits and non GFIC circuits and if I remember correctly from my limited electrical experience you cant have two GFI circuits on the same line am I correct on this? Price is about the same as the Go Power.It has a 110V pass through feature and can automatically pick up a load, but I cant use that and be able to run my transfer switch to take the Converter off line ( it might become a wiring nightmare., I don't need the automation either. I would just wire it for AC out. It requires an 8awg ground wire to the case too - something different. No mention of being able to run an AC unit.
Operator/install manual can be found here https://www.solar-electric.com/lib/w...m_X_Manual.pdf
Now for their inverter/charger.
Freedom XC PRO 3000 https://www.xantrex.com/power-produc...dom-xcpro.aspx. It has the same GFIC requirement. Plus side the charging profile is complete customizable. My proposed Crown CR-160 6V batteries have a max charging amp limit of 60 amps and the charged can put out 150, but is programmable . It also has a fully custom profile and can handle lithium
Cost wise is it the same range as the Multiplus. so if I am going to go with a inverter/charger I might as well go Victron Multiplus 3000 and find a way to sell SWMBO on it.
Operator install manual can be found here https://www.solar-electric.com/lib/w...%27s_Guide.pdf
Speaking of Victrom they do have a stand alone inverter in the 3000W range its the Phoenix Inverter https://www.victronenergy.com/invert...48v-800va-3kva Victron also has the Phoenix Inverter Smart but it looks like it is only available in 230V Prices are about the same as the Multiplus again. Anyone with experience on these specific units?
The only other choice is Magnum, but they only make inverter charger and are more expensive than the Victron.
I took AIMS off my list due to warranty and customer service issues - a lot of negative reviews on this issue.
If the GFIC issue is not a problem I may consider the Xantrex Freedom X 3000 if folks think it is a good comparison to the Go Power ISW 3000-12
Thoughts? Ideas? Go back to my corner?
Thanks
Keith
I think I just thought of a way to make my transfer switch work to kill the converter with the pass through 110 on the Freedom X 3000. I would need a junction box to feed it and the Inverter on the incoming shore power. Inverter power would go through just like their wiring diagram shows. Ill haft to draw it up and double check..
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