Re: Heart 2500 convertor
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Without knowing exactly how you use your inverter, your question for me is difficult to answer. I can tell you what I did.
I upgraded my Freedom Heart 2500 to a lower watt rated unit, the Xantrex SW2012. It has worked fine for all my needs. The highest draw I have is my microwave, we also have a Samsung residential refrigerator always on. My Xantrex SW2012 serves me well. I do watch, and not use other appliances when I use the microwave. I also have asked my wife to run only one appliance at a time, as we also use a electric cooktop, a pop corn popper, a juicer, etc.
When I upgraded, I wanted a sine wave unit that runs the microwave much better. You are not getting the maximum heating capacity of your microwave, by not using a sine wave inverter. The second thing I wanted was increasing the battery amp charger to 100 amps. With hindsight now, I do wish I'd gone to the SW3012, not for the watt rating, however for amp charging to 150 amps instead of the SW2012.
This unit is Xantrex's latest and is less money than my SW2012, and has Bluetooth. Before buying the "plug in" unit you ask about, and budget is a concern, you may concider the following Xantrex unit specs. If you get one make sure it is the " XC Pro" version, as that is the newer unit. Xantrex Freedom Xc Pro 2000 Inverter/Charger - 2000w - 100a - 120v - 12v
Also the "Pro" version let's you connect with Bluetooth. You might check with the mfg to see if they have corrected the pairing issue, or even if it is an issue that is mentioned in reviews. Xantrex Freedom X & Xc Remote Panel W/Bluetooth & 25' Network Cable
So....not knowing your needs, and budget and experience, makes this difficult to give you a yes or no answer. I do recommend the info on the following retailers web site as helpful to gather information.
Frequently Asked Questions About Power Inverters | DonRowe.com
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