Tripp Lite 2000W APS 12VDC 120V Inverter w/ Auto Transfer Switching Hardwired

Very well built, soild Inverter with many extras. Replaced older Inverter in class a motorhome. Nice upgrade with control over charge rates. Install the Triplite remote for more control.

I am an electrical engineer, I use a tripplite and I advise all my customers to buy tripplite products It is very powerful.

Imagine you have a nice generator in the house. The power goes out and you start looking for that flashlight to go out and start the generator. Is it raining, Snowing, I wonder how long the power will be out? ANSWER: I installed this easy to use product and now when the power goes out I have my main areas all on backup, front porch lights, garage, basement, upstairs and downstairs hallways, even smoke detectors still going. NOW: I forget the flashlight, take my time when the power goes out, and have plenty of light to travel the house safely. I can read a book, go to bed or start the generator when I feel like it. I have MANY hours or backup time! ALSO, if you need any tech support they are the best!

I live off grid and use another system for my house. Recently a string of my 24v batteries went bad but I could salvage enough of them to run a 12v system for my shop so I started looking into 12v inverter/chargers. I have to admit I bumped into this model by accident when I found an ad from someone who bought a 12v inverter when he needed a 24v and was selling this unit brand new, unused, still unopened in the box. I checked this unit out both here on this site, with others, other sites, and 1st hand. Let me tell you that for the price, you will not find a unit with as many functions and capabilities as this machine has. It has some functions I wish my larger inverters had. It is easy to set up and to calibrate. I haven't noticed any lag time when starting up any machines or switching to charging mode. It is relatively quiet. I do have to remind myself that it is only 2000 watts but that's my problem, not theirs.

I like the APS2012 because it has many handy features, is easy to hook up, operate, and understand. I have a 24V system where a string of batteries had one bad cell. I decided to use the rest with a 12V configuration and this unit fit my bill for running my shop. Granted, I still need my generator for certain tools but this handles everything else with ease and efficency.

I replaced my original TL inverter which failed after 9 years with the exact same model. Unfortunately the built/resetable circut breaker trips frequently and the unit will not carry the same load as my old TL inverter. The equipment and line loads have not changed. I also have TL remote panel installed and the Red overload warning light does not illuminate prior to the breaker tripping. I have contacted TL Customer Service on two occasions about this problem hoping to get a more knowledgeable person the second time. Unfortunately on both attempts their Customer Service representatives seemed lacking in product knowledge and we're not able to help me.

Have had 4 so far one replaced under warranty Sorry, Giving up