All power inverters have an automatic shut off function which prevents the attached battery bank from being overly discharged. When the voltage of the batteries falls to a certain fixed level, the inverter simpl. .
The relay pictured in this article is available from Rapid, for around £6, or a wide selection of similar relays are available from a. .
One problem with many power inverters is that the automatic switch off voltage is too low – for example 10.5V or 11V. By the time the battery or battery bank gets down to this sort of level of charge, it is pretty much empty and theref. .
DISCLAIMER – mains electricity can KILL. We recommend that you talk to a qualifiedelectrician before attempting to implement any of the ideas discussed in this article.
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