Anyone Cooking with the 2400 inverter?

[RoundRock_Cruiser]

I’m looking for an alternative to gas & campfire cooking since Texas always seems to have burn bans in effect.. Wondering if anyone has used the inverter in the back for cooking, powering a fridge or charging a power station. I’m trying to develop a solo camping setup that allows me to sleep in the back and make quick meals with an induction cooker.

My biggest concern is somehow screwing up the LC electrical system by plugging in too much stuff for too long and stranding myself in an isolated area. I think a good way to prevent that would be to use a power station instead of the vehicle inverter but Before I spend money on a power station I want to make sure I can charge it in the truck. I’m curious if this may be an issue due to a video I watched on YouTube (below- jump to 5:30). If anyone has real world experience or advice with this, I’d love to hear it. TIA

 

[PACruiser]

Check out the Ed Martin Toyota video. The new Ecoflow Delta 3 1000W battery bank is a nice combination of size, capacity, features and cost but there are other brands like Bluetti, Anker, and Jackery that are similar. Just make sure you get the latest generation from this fall.

Ed Martin Inverter Video

 

[handy]

I use a fridge/freezer from Costco for long trips and no issues. For multi-day camping I have several Ecoflow Delta Pro units that is backup power for my house so I can grab any of those. But definitely overpowered for most camping needs.

 

[Area 51]

A Honda Silent gen, 2kw or a bit more, about 1200$ on AMZ.
If you want to use the vehicle inverter the engine cycles on and off to keep the battery pack charged.
It runs off the DC motor battery pack.
Keep your loads around 2kw and you should not have any issues.
Learn more about how the systems work to avoid issues as well.
A small separate gen set is a good way to start if your unsure and alone.

https://www.amazon.com/Honda-EU2200ITAG-2200-Watt-Generator-CO-Minder/dp/B08YJVDGS1/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3R3077QSBCYVA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.D26Me1z5eLmOlBUYMtIsbrjLgprATdqbyyVgMPZiSI1uxPytMG2HmvShKd1TPzC6qbXW0eygZaljnG0daS5zepvtNkHp6wZ_aBrR1cPUknqmCUGFRmY24lZ3r56nRtkxuRslLE4psjlzBoDrMvXvDaWhfBA4vNdIXu3cPw1wXzfxkSz2sfLXO8CYNvqL0nSoQ4lWHCirOmnEoTlzMHU8I1-glSVZVsDb3nbjOVQyiH4.401iKPd0yd2sszGJRqGWCBfnLtaK0ppQC_VrT4HPW8g&dib_tag=se&keywords=honda+generator+eu2200i&qid=1735919121&sprefix=honda+gen%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-3

 

[JRosdail]

I’m looking for an alternative to gas & campfire cooking since Texas always seems to have burn bans in effect.. Wondering if anyone has used the inverter in the back for cooking, powering a fridge or charging a power station. I’m trying to develop a solo camping setup that allows me to sleep in the back and make quick meals with an induction cooker.

My biggest concern is somehow screwing up the LC electrical system by plugging in too much stuff for too long and stranding myself in an isolated area. I think a good way to prevent that would be to use a power station instead of the vehicle inverter but Before I spend money on a power station I want to make sure I can charge it in the truck. I’m curious if this may be an issue due to a video I watched on YouTube (below- jump to 5:30). If anyone has real world experience or advice with this, I’d love to hear it. TIA

I don't have vast experience on this but I did go camping a month ago and I brought along and electric water kettle and a Ninja oven/toaster/air fryer. I used the tea kettle to make fresh pour-over coffee and I used the Ninja to make a frozen pizza and nachos. Everything worked like a champ. Good luck!

 

[APIOQM]

I’m sure the 120v plug is fused, so there is no risk of disabling the car if you draw too much.

 

[jenos96]

I have an induction stove that I’ll be using. I’ll be powering it off an EcoFlow because I don’t want to breathe in exhaust fumes while cooking but the inverter is strong enough to power it

 

[PACruiser]

The nice thing about the battery banks like the Ecoflow Delta 3 Plus is it can fast charge at 1800 watts in only about 30-45 mins off the Land Cruiser inverter.

It is also supports simultaneous dual sourcing from AC and solar. The LC inverter is a better solution to the DC alternator chargers some brands offer.

Additionally, the Delta 3 Plus has pass through mode where it maintains the charge level or different managed modes where it draws down the battery to a specified level and then recharges back based on a schedule or policy.

Ecoflow Delta 3 Plus

 

[Evergreen Daydreams]

Those Delta 3 Plus units are sweet! I almost pulled the trigger on one, but decided to wait for the inevitable “Max” model that’ll likely follow it this year.

The 3+ is on sale at Costco through the 19th if anyone decides to go with it. It’s bundled with a 160W solar panel, and optionally a spare battery: https://www.costco.com/EcoFlow DELT...3-890E-47C9-8055-CD6395D80150&sh=true&nf=true

 

[jenos96]

I can’t imagine having energy needs that surpass what the 2 max can give you

 

[JustinHEMI]

So to summarize what I think I understand from this chat;

1) YES the LC inverter can be used for all sorts of things (up to its rating) similar to these portable units (ecoflow).
2) However, people have the portable units so you don't have to run the LC while camping.
3) And the LC inverter can be used to charge a unit like the ecoflow.

Do I understand that all correctly?

 

[Area 51]

So to summarize what I think I understand from this chat;

1) YES the LC inverter can be used for all sorts of things (up to its rating) similar to these portable units (ecoflow).
2) However, people have the portable units so you don't have to run the LC while camping.
3) And the LC inverter can be used to charge a unit like the ecoflow.

Do I understand that all correctly?

Sounds about right.
And don't forget the engine of your primary vehicle is better to run for keeping the battery up vs a remote silent gen.
Less fumes right where you are cooking and eating vs the tiny silent gen 30' away. Doh.

 

[PACruiser]

Here are a few other benefits of a high quality battery bank:

1. It provides pure sign wave power which is required for certain types of devices with sensitive electronics
2. It better handles and insolates the LC inverter from spikes coming off the devices which can surge at start up etc.
3. You can move the battery bank away from the vehicle onto a table, near a tent, or into your house.
4. The battery bank provides fan out with more and different types of outlets to plug in devices. (AC, DC, USBs)
5. The battery bank is essentially silent when not being charged by the LC inverter.

Basically, the concept is you run everything off the portable battery bank and use the LC inverter when needed to keep it charged..

 

[Evergreen Daydreams]

I'd make an educated guess that the inverter on our Land Cruisers is also pure sine wave. Someone on the 4th Gen Tacoma forums did some extensive testing with their Trailhunter inverter, which is rated with the same specs. Pretty interesting write-up.

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ETA: I plan to do what is described above--plug a high quality portable battery bank into the LC inverter, plug everything into the battery bank

 

[EOD Guy]

My setup:

EcoFlow Delta 2 max (Pwr Bank) mounted (easily removable) in the folded up Dvr's side rear seat area. I made a custom length extension cord from there to the 2400 inverter to charge the Pwr Bank. I have two 200 watt flexible EcoFlow solar panels that are used to charge the Pwr Bank while camping.

I have the EcoFlow Glacier Fridge/Freezer and highly recommend it.

I have a "Nuwave" Gold induction burner plate for cooking.

 

[PACruiser]

Nice write up.

The reason there is a question about the sine wave purity is the reference below in the user manual which is also mentioned in the Ed Martin video link. The description implies it is not but doesn't say for certain.

Page 511 of user manual
■ Devices which may not operate correctly
The following devices may not operate properly even if the combined power consumption is 2400 W or less:
● Devices with high initial peak wattage
● Devices requiring larger amount of power supply than the power consumption specified in its instruction manual
● Measuring devices that process precise data
● Devices that require an extremely stable power supply
● Devices that require a constant power supply from the power outlet, such as a device with a timer.

Hopefully someone can confirm either way soon. In the meantime, most casual uses don't need it, and if it is, then there are many choices for economical battery banks that have it plus all their other benefits. The 2400 watt inverter opens up so many exciting opportunities

 

[jenos96]

My setup:

EcoFlow Delta 2 max (Pwr Bank) mounted (easily removable) in the folded up Dvr's side rear seat area. I made a custom length extension cord from there to the 2400 inverter to charge the Pwr Bank. I have two 200 watt flexible EcoFlow solar panels that are used to charge the Pwr Bank while camping.

I have the EcoFlow Glacier Fridge/Freezer and highly recommend it.

I have a "Nuwave" Gold induction burner plate for cooking.

What is your reasoning for an EF Glacier versus other mini-fridges?

 

[EOD Guy]

What is your reasoning for an EF Glacier versus other mini-fridges?

The internal battery will hold it at 36 degrees for an 11 hour road trip using 52% of the battery and it has a split interior with each being able to maintain separate temperatures. ie.... 36% on one side and 30% on the other or you can remove the divider and have one large chamber. It also has the ability to make ice cubes in a much smaller 3rd compartment. The Pwr bank easily recharges the battery and if you plug the fridge into the pwr bank, reportedly the combo will last for 5 days, tho' I haven't tested that yet. I had an older 12v fridge that would drain an external car battery in a day and required all day on a 110v charger to charge back up. In my research it seemed like a good fit for me and I'm very happy with it.

 

[Area 51]

When i get my vehicle in a few weeks i will measure and view the inverter output with a scope.
Ill bet anyone lunch for a month of Sundays it's a square wave as most if not all of the small switching type inverters are.
They are simple power switching circuits cheap and easy to build keeps the size and weight down, works fine for simple loads.
Frequency is never an issue. They are on off switching circuits that switch at a 60 cycle rate.

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[supersix]

I have an induction stove that I’ll be using. I’ll be powering it off an EcoFlow because I don’t want to breathe in exhaust fumes while cooking but the inverter is strong enough to power it

What stove do you have? I'm looking for something that would work well with a Jackery 1000.