While there are larger capacity inverters that will run higher current drawing tools and electrical equipment, the 120 W Power-Can from Projecta is one of the handiest stash-in-the-glove box alternate power sources available. It will easily power up your laptop, mobile phone, video recorder, digital camera and will even run small TVs. The drink-can sized inverter will also be the most sought after item to keep 12V batteries charged while in the great outdoors. The tinny-sized can fits neatly into your cup holder, plugs into the car, caravan or boat’s standard cigarette or power socket and converts the supplied 12V into 240V modified sine wave power anywhere, any time. The Projecta Power-Can also features a USB connection for your iPod. The inverter will not only allow music playback, but it will recharge the inbuilt iPod and MP3 batteries for use while away from your car. The same goes for all other electronic equipment with an inbuilt, rechargeable battery – the device will run through the Power-Can and be re-charged for remote use. The can is finished in a rugged looking aluminium body with vented base. It features a heavy duty heat resistant plug, fuse protection and a fault detection LED with audible buzzer should you overload the system. The Power-Can will handle start-up loads exceeding 120W for short periods. It has noise free filtering to reduce TV interference and will automatically shut down if the voltage is less than 10V or higher than 15.5V. The Projecta Power-Car is available from leading automotive and 4WD outlets under Part No. IM120.
Converter in a can
Monday, 15 December 2008