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Inverter installation

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Zeus661, Jun 16, 2016.

  1. Zeus661

    Zeus661 Junior Member

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    i have a 2013 P3 and I need an inverter so I can plug in my laptop charger. It's a newer one and right now they don't make a 12v adapter for it. I would like to wire in a simple inverter. I do not want to use the two 12v cigarette Jack's as they are both being used. Any ideas on a simple way to do this? I want it only hot when the car is running.

    Thanks
     
    #1 Zeus661, Jun 16, 2016
  2. bisco

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    usually tap right off the 12v, but that would be hot all the time. check the inverter threads for ideas and instructions.
     
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    Get a cigarette jack multiplier for a few bucks. Or just switch between the inverter and whatever else you are plugging into the cigarette jack as needed. Or get a better laptop. Newer ones should go 10 hours on a charge.

    The most difficult approach would be to tap into the wires that lead to the cigarette jack. I don't see the point in going through the hassle.
     
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    Also remember none of those jacks are ON unless car in READY mode so you can only charge while driving.

    Check the fuse I think it is only 10A not sure how much power you need to charge but 12V=>Inverter 110=>laptop adapter brick (converter)=> laptop combo will loose 20-30%

    As mentioned a splitter is a few bucks.
     
    #4 szgabor, Jun 17, 2016
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