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Bogo · 05-27-08, 02:21 AM

Just wire the plug on.

My question is your inverter large enough to handle startup currents? On fans, consider barn ceiling fans if you have the overhead room. I know FarmTek has some that are low wattage.

My second question is why aren't you running direct 12VDC lights? Much more efficient and you won't loose the 10 to 20% power loss in the inverter. There are 12VDC powered ballasts for regular fluorescent bulbs. Google on "12VDC fluorescent light ballast t8" without the quotes. If you decide to put in fluorescent lamps, get t8 or t5 bulbs. The larger in diameter t12 bulbs are slated for discontinuation very soon by regulation. T8 and t5 bulbs are also more efficient.

LED lights are still expensive, but the price for excellent output is continually dropping. Power efficiencies are similar to high output fluorescent lamps.

05-27-08, 02:21 AM	#5
Bogo IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The Village Posts: 221	Just wire the plug on. My question is your inverter large enough to handle startup currents? On fans, consider barn ceiling fans if you have the overhead room. I know FarmTek has some that are low wattage. My second question is why aren't you running direct 12VDC lights? Much more efficient and you won't loose the 10 to 20% power loss in the inverter. There are 12VDC powered ballasts for regular fluorescent bulbs. Google on "12VDC fluorescent light ballast t8" without the quotes. If you decide to put in fluorescent lamps, get t8 or t5 bulbs. The larger in diameter t12 bulbs are slated for discontinuation very soon by regulation. T8 and t5 bulbs are also more efficient. LED lights are still expensive, but the price for excellent output is continually dropping. Power efficiencies are similar to high output fluorescent lamps. __________________ When change isn't enough. Vote CHAOS party. You know you can't resist.