On 8 Jun 2009, at 17:12, rigdent wrote:
> We have to replace our 4yr old Sterling 1500W pure sine inverter
> and are reluctant to shell out a grand for a new one. So are
> considering a cheaper alternative 1000W quasi sine wave units.
> I have seen a 1000W unit at Maplin, for £90 another contender is
> the Waeco at £162. I wonder if anyone has any experience with
> them. Or should I Spend the extra for a proper marine unit? like
> the Victron if so why ?
>
> BTW After my experience I'm VERY reluctant to put more money
> Sterlings way
>
Does Mr Sterling have any satisfied customers? I'm serious, everyone
seems only to have bad stories about them, but of course those are
the ones that get told.
As far as what to get instead, it depends what you want it for. Stuff
like vacuum cleaners and hair dryers will be happy with quasi sine, I
think, but anything with an electronic controller tends to want a
nice smooth curve going up and down at 50 (or perhaps 60) Hertz.
In which case the choice seems to be either Victron or Mastervolt for
best quality, each have their sterling adherents, ho, ho.
All the best
Bruce
Go steady, but keep going.
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