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Inverter/charger for utility trailer

I have been looking on line for a Inverter charger for my utility trailer. It is wired with 4 receptacles and has a few led lights and a fantastic fan. There is a mounted typical boat box battery storage box with a deep cycle battery. I have not taken it out to see the rating but about typical for a truck start bat. size.
I want to mount a inverter/ charger with something in the range of 10 to 30 amps charge capacity and 1000 to 2000 watt 120 output with true sine wave for sensitive electronics. I will be running 3 or 4 small pumps that draw 17 watts each (120V). I also want it for tools occasionally or running my gas tankless water heater that is next to where I park the trailer at my sticks and bricks. I hope to get something that will have an auto transfer switch. I also want it to be newer design that will be efficient on standby. I see lots on line but reading reviews and sorting through the bad info is where I am getting stumped. I am hoping someone has done something similar and has it sorted out. I also have a couple small solar panels laying around and may use one to trickle when not plugged in.
Any thoughts would be appreciated

Thanks Phil
1999 U320
Mount Dora Fl

Re: Inverter/charger for utility trailer

Reply #1 –
Phil, I have a Heart interface 25 that I carried as a spare on my U280.  Since I am selling the coach I no longer  need it.  Don't know if this would fit your needs or not. It was installed, failed and then sent back to Heart when they were rebuilding them so it has never really been used. I will take $500 plus shipping for it.
Gary B

Re: Inverter/charger for utility trailer

Reply #2 –
Looks interesting. Do you have a remote? Do you need one to operate it? It is a much bigger unit than what I was invisioning but it would more than do the job. I guess I could always increase the battery size later. I wonder if there is penalty for using a larger inverter than I need during stand by or with only using say 50 watts at 120V?
1999 U320
Mount Dora Fl

Re: Inverter/charger for utility trailer

Reply #3 –
Phil, I do not have a remote for it. Perhaps one can be found on Ebay or someone may have one from a swap out with one of these Heart 25's. Some of the guys here that know more than I do about inverters may be able to help you.
Gary B

Re: Inverter/charger for utility trailer

Reply #4 –
Gary, when we get home I will look for the remote that I replaced if it is there I will send it to you.
 Bill.
The selected media item is not currently available.Bill&Doris 97 U270 36'
University of Parris Island Class of 66
Semper Fi  Build# 5174 MC#17094

Re: Inverter/charger for utility trailer

Reply #5 –
Bill, Thanks.
Phil, there is part of your answer.  With the Heart 25 and remote you would have a setup that probably would exceed your needs.
Gary B

Re: Inverter/charger for utility trailer

Reply #6 –
Thanks, lets see if Bill finds the remote and I will consider it. It may come is handy to have more power available.
1999 U320
Mount Dora Fl