In a message dated 98-06-19 12:56:17 EDT, Otmar@EVCL.COM writes: > Excuse me for not having read the whole thread... <snip> He was suggesting using a 120VAC powered motor that you could plug in while camped where facilities provide such power. >5 HP at 746W/HP = 3730W / 80% efficiency = 4662W / 12V = 388 Amps. > Even at 2 HP you're looking at drawing 155 Amps. Provided your math is correct, I'll add my own crude factor to make the change to 120VAC. Dividing by 10 yields 15-38 amps. I'd guess that the 2-3hp guess might be closer that 5hp and require something like 15-22 amps. Regards, Jim Davis |
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