You can use the AIMS 3000 watt inverter charger with built in transfer switch to power your sump pump during a power outage. Along with the inverter, you will need a battery bank to power the sump pump when the AC power is unavailable in an outage. The sump pump needs backup power to keep your basement dry during a hurricane.
The amount of emergency power you have available will depend on the size of your battery bank, as well as how often your sump pump cycles on and off. We recommend you use deep cycle marine batteries to build your battery bank. Generally, 1 or 2 AGM sealed lead acid 100 amp hour batteries would be the minimum you would want to use. In terms of backup power, you will never have too much power. In a big storm, like Hurricane Irene in 2011, people were without power for many days in some heavily populated areas. Having extra emergency backup power will prevent serious damage to your home during a hurricane or tropical storm.
The inverter will need to be connected to the battery bank using 1/0 AWG UL listed cables. Theinverterstore.com recommends always using a inline fuse kit within 12 inches of the battery bank on the positive terminal to prevent a battery fire caused by a ground fault. When the AC power goes out, this inverter/charger will automatically switch over to run off the batteries. Eliminating the need to wake up in the middle of the night and start your noisy generator.
You can use a power inverter to make sure your sump pump keeps working during a power outage. We recommend the AIMS Power 1500 watt power inverter/charger with built in transfer switch. Along with the inverter, you will need a battery bank to power the sump pump when the AC power is out.
The size of your battery bank will depend on how much emergency backup power you want to provide your sump pump system. We recommend that you use deep cycle batteries, which you can find on our site. Generally, 1 or 2 AGM sealed lead acid 100 amp hour batteries would be the minimum battery bank you would want to install. Keep in mind that a couple of extra batteries could save your home from major damage during a storm, so do not be afraid to have more power than you think you need. You will be much more comfortable in a hurricane or storm knowing you have this extra power on standby.
The inverter will need to be connected to the battery bank using #4 AWG UL listed cables. The Inverter Store recommends always using an inline fuse kit within 12 inches of the battery bank on the positive terminal. A fuse kit prevents a battery fire caused by a ground fault. When the AC power goes out, this inverter/charger will automatically switch over to run off the batteries. Eliminating the need to wake up in the middle of the night and start your noisy generator.
You can use a power inverter to power your sump pump during a power outage. Sump pumps vary in size. The most common that our customers call us to power are 1/3 horsepower sump pumps, and 1/2 horsepower sump pumps. The best option we have here at theinverterstore.com would be our inverter/charger with built in transfer switch.
The sump pump is first connected to the power inverter. The inverter is connected to both your battery bank and city power. As an added benefit to this, the incoming AC power will charge and maintain the battery(s) for you. The sump pump is run off of AC power directly through the power inverter/charger. When AC power is lost the inverter will automatically transfer to the battery bank.
An automatic sump pump back up system, like the one offered by theinverterstore.com, gives the customer piece of mind. Back up sump pump systems ensure that the pump will have constant power supply whether you are home or away. As you already know hurricanes, tropical storms and other heavy rain can deliver a lot of water to your sump. Investing in an inverter/charger with transfer switch is better than repairing a basement from flood damage during a hurricane or heavy storm.
For more specific details about choosing an inverter for a 1/3 horsepower sump pump, please read this inverter blog update.
For more specific details about choosing an inverter for a 1/2 horsepower sump pump, please read this inverter blog update.
The AIMS Power can-size 150 watt power inverter is designed to fit into any cup holder that will hold a standard size soda can. This inverter is designed so it doesn’t roll around in your car and fits perfectly in your cup holder so you can charge equipment such as laptops, MP3 players, games, cellular phones, cameras or any electronics that require 120 watts or less.
This 2000 Watt power inverter is perfect for use in a semi-truck. Many trucking companies around the globe are currently using the AIMS 1800 Watt modified sine power inverter to power microwaves, refrigerators and tv’s in the sleeper cab’s of their entire fleet. This inverter is built tough and can handle many different power applications. Including small off-grid cabins and many tools on the job site.
AIMS 1800 Watt Power Inverter 12 volt with features
The AIMS 2500 watt Modified Sine Power Inverter is a 12 volt inverter. This unit is used most commonly in RV’s or Trucks. Also it is very popular in small off-grid applications. It has plenty of power to handle almost any small power application. You can run a mid-sized fridge or freezer in a back up power situation. Also you could run a space heater on this unit.
AIMS 2500 Watt Power Inverter with all the features 12 Volts
1000 Watt Modified Sine Power Inverter, this product is available at an awesome value. It does not have any extra features, just a basic power inverter.
AIMS COMPACT 'No Frills' 1000 Watt Power Inverter 12 Volt
If you have any further questions about power inverters, cables or batteries. Please give us a call @ 888-417-8673.
Theinverterstore.com offers excellent customer support and we would be happy to answer any questions that you might have. We have a wide selection of pure sine wave and modified sine wave inverters and our goal is to make sure our customers are purchasing the right equipment the first time around.
This power inverter is perfect for the user who needs a simple inverter without all of the extra features of our other inverters. Most economical power inverter for straight forward applications that just need power. Convenient triple receptacles for all our your devices. We also have a Compact 1000 Watt or an economical 2500 watt.
The AIMS 3000 Watt 12 volt to 240v modified sine power inverter is great for smaller power applications that require 240vac 60hz. If you are running a small pump or motor that needs 240 volts input this inverter is perfect for your application. the surge on this inverter is 6000 watts.
