Product Details
- Brand: Cobra
- Model: CBRCPI2575
Features
- Cobra Cpi 2575 5000-Watt
- 12-Volt Dc To 120-Volt Ac Power Inverter (12 Volt-Car Stereo Access / Power Inverters)
- Great Product
- The Best Deal
- Genuine Quality
Product Description
COBRA CPI 2575 5000-WATT, 12-VOLT DC TO 120-VOLT AC POWER INVERTER. 5000W PEAK POWER, 2500W CONTINUOUS POWER; USB OUTPUT; LED FUNCTION/STATUS METER; MONITORS POWER CONSUMPTION; ; 2 AC GROUNDED OUTLETS; REMOTE ON/OFF CAPABILITY; IDEAL FOR POWERING MICROWAVE OVENS, 1/2 HP SUMP PUMPS & VACUUMS
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
Excellent Inverter!
By OnThePike
I purchased a Cobra CPI 2575 2500 Watt Power Inverter along with lengths of 1/0 gauge wire to power it. I selected the Stinger 0 Gauge to 4 Gauge Power Wire Reducer because Cobra stated that the power terminals are 4-gauge, I thought this was a great match and would provide a clean installation with minimal resistance. The problem is, the holes on the Cobra inverter do fit 4 gauge wire, but NOT the semi-rounded 4 gauge port of the Stinger reducer.I decided to grind down the posts of the 4 gauge connectors using a Dremmel and grinding tip. Took just enough off the sides, as well as 1/32 inch around the center so it fits perfectly snug with no gaps. Carefully, and checking size along the way, it took about an hour to do both. She did an awesome job!This project was two-fold. Installation of the secondary 2500-watt power inverter inside the vehicle, as well as all new wiring through the firewall to the battery. The 1/0 gauge wire runs through the firewall and is now shielded by 1,000 volt resistant, fire retardant, water and oil proof flexible bonding putty rated to withstand temperatures exceeding 600 degrees Fahrenheit on both sides.Using DVM top posts and double taps on the battery. 1/0 out to the inverter with a 250 amp 1/0 gauge ANL fuse between, 4-gauge to a 3 circuit fuse block running 8-gauge to my accessories, all wire loomed through the firewall. My installation run, including terminal block and fuse block cut-ins is roughly 7.5 feet. Using eight feet as a guide with respect to voltage drop, the requirement jumps to 2 gauge wire. To minimize voltage drop and minimize resistance, as well as purchase wire and components that are readily available, I selected 1/0 gauge with the proper fittings thereto.Plus, you can never go wrong using bigger wire. It doesn't "force" any more voltage or amperage, it merely allows greater current flow than a smaller wire with minimal restrictions, such as voltage drop and/or resistance; factors that can excessively deteriorate the effectiveness of the unit. And in some cases, render a unit such as this useless (or worse, dangerous).The inverter was not without a few glitches, however. I did have a few auto shutdown issues due to the heat inside the van. I did not install this unit with the intention of having it power my home, so it wasn't installed in the coolest possible place. Instead, it was installed conveniently under the passenger seat which garners and retains some amount of heat from the engine and the carpeted area.That said, my only overheat shutdown issues occurred while trying to power our fridge -- via 100-foot 16 gauge extension cord -- a big no-no (and I knew it) but I had to take the chance just to see how (or even if) it would perform. It ran the fridge, but also overheated after a couple of hours. Too much resistance, obviously and too much of a load (though oddly I never had an overload shutdown). The other shutdown was due to low battery voltage input. Completely unrelated to the inverter and/or my draw. That's a case of a weak battery and alternator. Something to deal with after this power comes back to our home.But the performance of this Cobra was impressive, to say the least. Probably among the best and most justified purchases and installations for the vehicle. And though we had originally intended to use our gasoline generator for just this purpose, turns out it wouldn't stay running and we had no other option. The bright side of this was, while whoever else was using a generator (and there were a few), they were forced to suffer through that noise day and night. We, on the other hand, heard nothing but quiet, as I ran only the Venture engine and nothing else.The dilemma for me was, how long do I run the engine without moving the vehicle, and would I run it overnight? I decided we'd run the van late afternoon until we went to sleep, then shut the van down overnight. In the morning, take it for gas to circulate the lines and break in that new ten thousand dollar engine. (Roll Eyes?)Anyway, I couldn't be happier with the performance of this inverter and would highly recommend it to anyone who wants one for their vehicle. Just be sure you install it properly, and it will knock your socks off! Note however, this inverter does NOT PROVIDE A PURE/TRUE SINE WAVE OUTPUT! Before purchasing this unit, check the electronic device(s) you plan on powering to verify whether or not you require this type of output.
0 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
Not a good design!
By udealmisc
I purchased one of these a while back to use with a solar power generator I was building. The power Inverter is overall nice looking and appears to be well built. The only problem is that the unit itself draws more power then it should. It also won't power certain appliances that it should be rated to power. Also the battery monitor on this unit isn't accurate. It will lie to you.I've used other power Inverter's that were rated for less amps and those Inverter's were able to power appliances and electronics that this one couldn't. I have since re-sold this Inverter and tried to recover some of my money.
1 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
No cables
By WTF
For over $200 and it doesn't come with cables in order to connect to the battery??? What a piece of crap.
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