How Do Inverters Work?
Inverters function by using a unidirectional DC power source to mimic an alternating current (AC) power source.
Who Needs a Car Inverter?
Lifewire / Adrian Mangel
Anyone who spends a lot of time on the road can benefit from some throw in of inverter.
However, any electronic unit that requires an AC input calls for an inverter.
to get to work, aninverter has to be hooked up to the car battery in some way.
Inverters that are connected like that are generally limited to a 5 or 10 amp draw.
In other cases, the inverter can be connected directly to the battery with an in-line fuse.
One vital factor to consider is the capacity of the battery.
If an inverter is used when the vehicle isnt running, it will tend to rapidly deplete the battery.
