how to power home compressor

[fordbrian333]

how big of a power inverter will i need to power a 1ph dual piston compressor?

 

[kunar]

look at the info plate on the motor and find out how much power it draws.... thats your answer.

 

[kimcrwbr1]

I`m not sure you can produce the amps needed from a 12 volt dc. My compressor motor uses 16/7.5 amps 240/120 volts the inverter needs to push at least the lower number.

 

[kimcrwbr1]

7.5 X 120 = 900 watts

 

[strvger]

get a second battery... a really big, expensive, deep cycle one. get a dual battery charger system installed with your alternator. get a 4000 watt/surge, 2000 watt/continuous inverter. give it a shot.
just my $.02.