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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

09-09-2019, 04:57

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Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

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Posted By CatNewBee

Re: Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

I would suggest to look at the connected devices behind the failing circuit breakers.

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

09-09-2019, 04:10

Replies: 67

Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

Views: 12,190

Posted By CatNewBee

Re: Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

I read the OP too, and frown about the idea instantly.
On a boat installation can be hidden devices you not even know exist. Like 120V relay, that give shore power priority over inverter or...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

09-09-2019, 03:03

Replies: 67

Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

Views: 12,190

Posted By CatNewBee

Re: Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

And how do you actually know this? Do you have a complete diagram of the devices installed? It is dangerous to put 240V on outlets for 120V, you stick accidently something in and fry it. Take a 240V...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

09-09-2019, 02:40

Replies: 67

Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

Views: 12,190

Posted By CatNewBee

Re: Plugging a 120v boat into 240v

Its easy. Lets say you have an appliance 120V 2400W.
It will draw 2400W/120V = 20A and the resistance would be 120V / 20A = 6 Ohm

Applying 240V on a resistance of 6 Ohm would result in a current...

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