Loops 150W Power Inverter - 12V DC to 230V AC & USB

A modified sine wave inverter produces a stepped approximation of a sine wave. It is suitable for most common electronics like chargers, lights, and fans, but may cause issues with sensitive equipment or devices with certain types of motors.

Yes, most laptop chargers are compatible with modified sine wave inverters, provided their power draw is within the 150W limit.

Avoid using appliances that require a pure sine wave for stable operation, such as some medical equipment, laser printers, high-fidelity audio systems, or devices with specific types of AC motors or timers.

You can connect it to your car's 12V DC system. Use the provided cables to connect to the battery terminals directly for best performance, or to a suitable cigarette lighter socket if it can supply the required current.

If you accidentally connect the positive and negative DC inputs incorrectly, the reverse polarity protection prevents damage to the inverter and the power source.

The run time depends on the battery capacity (in Amp-hours), the battery's state of charge, and the power consumption (in Watts) of the device connected to the inverter. A general formula is: Run Time (hours) = (Battery Capacity (Ah) x Battery Voltage (V)) / Device Wattage (W) x Inverter Efficiency (approx. 0.85).

No, the USB port provides a standard 5V DC output, suitable for charging all standard USB devices.

Check that the 12V DC input is correctly connected to the power source. Ensure the power source is providing 12V and has sufficient capacity. Verify the inverter's power switch is in the 'on' position. Check for any active fault indicators (if applicable) or listen for error beeps.

Ensure the connected device's power requirement does not exceed the inverter's 150W continuous rating. Confirm the device is compatible with a modified sine wave output. Try connecting a different, known-working low-wattage device to test the inverter.

Verify the USB device is compatible and draws no more than 1000mA (1A). Ensure the inverter is powered on. Try a different USB cable or device.

This may indicate low battery voltage, over-temperature, overload, or short circuit protection has activated. Check the battery voltage, ensure the device load is within the 150W limit, and that the inverter's vents are clear and it's not overheating. Allow the inverter to cool down and restart.

The connected device might be sensitive to the modified sine wave output. Try a different AC socket or use a different device. For sensitive electronics, consider a pure sine wave inverter.