My very livable electrical system

[captstu]

I still don't understand how the two inverters work in parallel. Unless two A/C sources are exactly synchronized, current flows from one to the other and back each cycle - a sure plan for a disaster - or at least a blown fuse.

What is your synchronizing secret?

[steve0h]

Originally Posted by captstu

I still don't understand how the two inverters work in parallel. Unless two A/C sources are exactly synchronized, current flows from one to the other and back each cycle - a sure plan for a disaster - or at least a blown fuse.

What is your synchronizing secret?

https://www.victronenergy.com/invert...48v-800va-3kva


have to use inverters built for sync to run in parallel

[Sawbonz]

Originally Posted by captstu

How do you synchronize the inverters?

I’m not totally sure what you mean, captstu, but the one designated master inverter controls the one designated as slave. Everything is automatic after that. Does that sound like what you’re asking?

[Q Xopa]

Originally Posted by Cpt Mark

I'm in the process of making an arch as well. Mine will also have the traveller on top as well. 1.5" SS 316 tubing I've been told is standard but nobody has said what the thickness should be? Anyone have thoughts/experience with this?

I too have a Bauer Jr running off a gas engine to be switched out for an electrical engine. To reduce start up loads, simply open all the compression chambers bleed valves then close them one at a time which is easy.

1.5mm/ 0.060" wall tubing is what is mostly used around here.

[Sawbonz]

Originally Posted by Cpt Mark

I too have a Bauer Jr running off a gas engine to be switched out for an electrical engine. To reduce start up loads, simply open all the compression chambers bleed valves then close them one at a time which is easy.

True, and the Nardi does that automatically. I believe with the Bauer you still get quite a spike, but the frequency drive eliminates mine.

[Tillsbury]

Originally Posted by captstu

I still don't understand how the two inverters work in parallel. Unless two A/C sources are exactly synchronized, current flows from one to the other and back each cycle - a sure plan for a disaster - or at least a blown fuse.

What is your synchronizing secret?

The secret is to use the Victron inverters that are designed to bank in parallel.

[hzcruiser]

Originally Posted by Sawbonz

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Very nice setup! Looks like a fancy dinghy, too!

[Sawbonz]

Originally Posted by hzcruiser

Very nice setup! Looks like a fancy dinghy, too!

It’s an OC Tender. Pricing is right in line with or actually cheaper than an inflatable. Everywhere we go I find people staring at the dinghy or taking pictures.

[LoudMusic]

Looks like a good install. JC put 900AH and 2100W of solar on our boat. I'd like to ditch the generator and put in more batteries. Still waiting for the money truck to arrive

[cj88]

Interested to know how you find the OC Tender and also your Breville Smart Oven Air?

[Sawbonz]

Originally Posted by LoudMusic

Looks like a good install. JC put 900AH and 2100W of solar on our boat. I'd like to ditch the generator and put in more batteries. Still waiting for the money truck to arrive

I get it! 🤩. The batteries were the biggest song;e expense on the boat I think.

Currently we are in Grenada and I’m trying to get someone to install more solar. It’s work to get someone to work here! Still, once done I would never get rid of the generator because we pull so much power that I need it at least weekly to recharge.

[Sawbonz]

Originally Posted by cj88

Interested to know how you find the OC Tender and also your Breville Smart Oven Air?

In short, both are excellent.

The dinghy flies, feels stable (unless I’m the only one onboard and then it gets a little squirrelly) and usually keeps us dry. With a good breeze from starboard I do get wet from the spray. We’ve taken it a lot of places where inflatables can’t, I presume, like hauled up on a beach by myself. I got it caught under a dock when the stern anchor didn’t hold and while it scratched up the non skid in the front I didn’t have to rescue a deflated boat from the water. I was scolded by the manufacturers because I cut several holes in the edge of the deck which is structural, so I added aluminum plates behind for strength.

The Breville is fantastic. It cooks everything I need and substitutes as an oven, fryer (though I still prefer a pan and fat), toaster and microwave for reheating food. Obviously reheating is slower but it does taste better.