--- Julian <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Yes I agree with that provided that the TP is running at or near its
> full power. A 5kw TP will take 6.5hp from the engine using a
> straight conversion add 50% for inefficiency that's 9hp at 5kw. fine
> for loading the engine. However most of the time that it is in use,
> unless you are using electric heating, aircon or cooking, it will be
> running at more like 200watts, or less than 0.5hp.
Yes, I think one still needs an inverter for the normal, light-power
needs. You would only run the engine (and TP) for the power-hungry
appliances. You wouldn't run a gennie for such a light load either.
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