Use inverter as home emergency power supply

What is an emergency inverter system?

Inverter systems are made up of a set of DC batteries and electronics that can convert the DC power from the batteries into an AC power source needed for the emergency lighting loads. Emergency inverter systems will provide enough emergency AC power for the required time to exit the building if necessary.

How do I use an inverter for emergency power?

A very simple way to use an inverter for emergency power (such as during a power outage), is to use a car battery (with the vehicle running), and an extension cord running into the house, where you can then plug in electrical appliances. More Questions? (Back to FAQ)

Can you use an inverter for emergency back-up power?

Yes, you can use an inverter for emergency home backup power. One way is to have two 12-volt batteries hooked in parallel and one inverter, which will provide enough power to run a refrigerator off and on for a few days depending on the size of the batteries.

Which inverter is best for a power outage?

The most common inverter sold for emergency home backup power during a power outage is a 1750 watt. This inverter is perfect for most vehicles and will run most appliances. Ok, now that we got that out of the way we can start sizing an inverter that is going to work well during a power outage.