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  1. shawnbebout

    battery sizing.

    http://www.boatandrvaccessories.com/POWERSOURCE1800.htm It says there is a auto transfer switch built in. So your motor would be running off shore power, then when shore power drops out, the backup takes over. It would be a micro second for switch over. When they use these things, it doesn't...
  2. shawnbebout

    battery sizing.

    Our motors are "low draw" motors. I think they use a capacitor to help with the starting. Here is the info I got from the manufacture when I went to buy a generator. > > For example: A BP-1-H.O uses 6.9 running amps. > > Therefore 6.9 x 115V (volts) = 793 watts to run > > continuously. > >...
  3. shawnbebout

    battery sizing.

    I was thinking of making a EPS system for the blowers on Large inflatable slides. I figured powering a 10 amp blower for 3 to 5 minutes, just long enough to get the kids down safely. I did a internet search for EPS and found they already make them. I figured I could make a simple one with a...
  4. shawnbebout

    battery sizing.

    I am going to try and make a UPS. I have researched battery sizes and think I found what I need, but I would like someone to tell me if I am right, or if I need a clue. I need to power a 10amp/120volt unit for 3-5 minutes. I will run a deep cycle or ups battery through a invertor to convert...

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