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| alpher:
--- Quote from: Wolfgang on October 08, 2018, 11:36:15 pm ---There is one more problem that needs to be solved: The motor will need 60Hz to run properly. While average power is not too much, the type of motor built into refrigerators consumes an insane amout of inrush current while starting. The inverter creating 60Hz must be pepared to supply this current. So you dont need a 85W inverter, you need a 1kW inverter instead. The inverter must also be OK with a highly reactive load. --- End quote --- Not to mention a shitty euro type mains network, unable to supply the staring current. |
| Wolfgang:
Sorry to disagree, but the mains in Europe (at least in Germany) is a *lot* stiffer than in the States. A statistics of power downtime tells a lot. |
| Nusa:
This is one of those cases where the cost of a proper solution will equal the value of that fridge. (Which is about $300 new.) Unless you've got other appliances that can share the same solution, it's likely better to buy a replacement fridge locally. |
| Monkeh:
--- Quote from: alpher on October 09, 2018, 01:59:22 am --- --- Quote from: Wolfgang on October 08, 2018, 11:36:15 pm ---There is one more problem that needs to be solved: The motor will need 60Hz to run properly. While average power is not too much, the type of motor built into refrigerators consumes an insane amout of inrush current while starting. The inverter creating 60Hz must be pepared to supply this current. So you dont need a 85W inverter, you need a 1kW inverter instead. The inverter must also be OK with a highly reactive load. --- End quote --- Not to mention a shitty euro type mains network, unable to supply the staring current. --- End quote --- Beg pardon? There are a few kiloamps available pretty much anywhere. |
| Mr. Scram:
It surprises me that anyone would take their wine cooler across the ocean in the first place. Items like those generally aren't worth the hassle and cost. Maybe she just really enjoys cool wine. |
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