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Vector Power Inverter — 3000 Watt, Model# VEC051C

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Vector Vector Power Inverter — 3000 Watt, Model# VEC051C

Converts vehicles 12 Volt DC to 110/120 Volt AC. Feature state-of-the-art circuitry to handle temporary high surge loads. Low power consumption ensures longer battery life. 90% efficient, solid state design means you get the most from your vehicle battery. Inverter shuts down from: over-voltage, under-voltage, overload or over-temperature. Completely silent operation. Gradually and safely ramps up the output voltage to start difficult motorized loads and protects sensitive appliance circuits. Turbo Cooling- Extends life of the product by keeping components cooler. Do not exceed maximum wattage rating for inverter. Power Supply: 12v, Continuous Watts: 3,000, Surge Watts: 6,000, AC Outlets (qty.): 4, LED Indicators: Yes, Modified Sine Wave: Yes, Soft Start Technology (SST): Yes, Short Circuit Protection: Yes, Low Battery Protection: Yes, High Temperature Protection: Yes, Overload Protection: Yes, Low Voltage Protection: Yes, Over Voltage Protection: Yes, Cables Included: No, Needs to be Hardwired: Yes, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 20 13/16 x 7 13/16 x 6 3/8 Powers: TV, Buffer, 1/2 HP Drill, Electric Heater, Household Appliances, Water Pump, Washer/Dryer, and more Low Voltage Alarm: 10.6 VDC Low Voltage Shutdown: 10 VDC Filtered modified sine wave. Works to eliminate the horizontal lines and static that can appear on TV sets Can not be used with life support systems Model VEC051C

Average Customer Rating:

4.5 out of 5

3 of 4 (75%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Vector Power Inverter — 3000 Watt, Model# VEC051C

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Vector Power Inverter, August 11, 2008
By geo38 from North Dakota

"I find this converter capable of doing what I want in my camper except run the air conditioner, but I didn't expect it to do that. I think it is a very good product and would not hesitate to buy it again."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Home Handyman

Review 2 for Vector Power Inverter — 3000 Watt, Model# VEC051C

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

Auxiliary Power Source, January 24, 2008
By Clodhopper from Cattleman/Farmer in central Michigan

"This unit will turn a pickup truck or farm tractor into a mobile-go anywhere power company! It will power electric power saws, drills, lights, even hair dryers to thaw out frozen water pipes. Every serious farmer/cattleman should have this unit installed under the hood."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Review 3 for Vector Power Inverter — 3000 Watt, Model# VEC051C

Overall Rating:

3 / 5

Unhappy Custommer, October 31, 2007
By Construction from TX

"As long as you don't plan on using this inverter with heavy equipment it might work for you. If you plan on using power tools rated at 13A or above this is not the unit to buy. I called Vector because my new 3000W / 6000W inverter WILL NOT power my 13 Amp (1560 Watt) aircompressor. They told me this unit will ONLY carry 15 Amps (1800 Watt) including surge, and that the surge time is only 1 second. I bought this unit expecting it to work like my Power Source, which has 20 Amp output, but was very dissapointed and returned it. Vector was more than happy to do that. I will give you their phone number but good luck getting a live person. 866-584-5504 The trick is, don't say anything to the machine and eventually you will get transfered to a person."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Review 4 for Vector Power Inverter — 3000 Watt, Model# VEC051C

Overall Rating:

5 / 5

more inverter for the money, February 25, 2007
By vzetskip from portsmouth,va

"I've had other power inverters. None that wotk as hard and as good as this one. Easy hook up,reliable,durable,quite,does'nt take up much space. Watt for watt, it has been the best inverter that I have had. And I have had several."

What is your level of technical expertise?: Professional

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.