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  • Re: Laptop Power Consumption?
    Historical mailing list - Justin M. Mayrand
    Mon, 18 Nov 2002 12:35:52 -0500
    ...Electrical, > > Trying to figure out the total power consumption of my "VW Van" Laptop > Computer. > > On the bottom of the Laptop ... the power requirment...
  • Laptop Power Consumption?
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Sun, 17 Nov 2002 11:44:38 -0700
    ...Electrical, Trying to figure out the total power consumption of my "VW Van" Laptop Computer. On the bottom of the Laptop ... the power requirment...
  • Followup: LED strip lighting power consumption
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Sun, 8 May 2011 08:30:28 -0700
    ...dimmers are set to full power, lighting the 280-odd lamps to full brightness, the combined power consumption is 15 watts, or 1.2...
  • Re: Laptop Power Consumption?
    Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
    Sun, 17 Nov 2002 14:41:45 -0500
    ...Laptop Power Consumption? Folks ... Electrical, Trying to figure out the total power consumption of my "VW Van" Laptop Computer. On the bottom of the...
  • NVC - Cost Calculator
    Historical mailing list - JRodgers
    Mon, 2 Jun 2014 07:56:46 -0500
    ...of an electrical cost calculator - a box of some type that will give me a digital readout of electrical power consumption and total cost...
  • Re: Followup: LED strip lighting power consumption
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Sun, 8 May 2011 10:58:30 -0700
    ...dimmers are > set to full power, lighting the 280-odd lamps to full brightness, the > combined power consumption is 15 watts, or 1.2...
  • Re: Danfoss VS Sawafuji Compressor. Which is Electrically More Efficient?
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Thu, 13 Sep 2012 08:49:06 -0400
    ...I know fridge >power consumption has been discussed here before but it seems to me >that there's too many variables. Looking at this...
  • Re: Followup: LED strip lighting power consumption
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Sun, 8 May 2011 14:20:18 -0700
    ...dimmers are > > set to full power, lighting the 280-odd lamps to full brightness, the > > combined power consumption is 15 watts, or 1.2...
  • Re: Solar Panel Mount -Flexible Panels?
    Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
    Sun, 2 May 2010 14:11:43 -0700
    ...Second, I think you will find that the electrical consumption of any one, let alone all, of the cooking appliances you list is well...
  • Re: NVC - Cost Calculator
    Historical mailing list - Harry Hoffman
    Mon, 2 Jun 2014 09:01:24 -0400
    ...of an electrical cost calculator - a box of some type that > will give me a digital readout of electrical power consumption and total > cost...
  • Propane powered fridge while driving (?)
    Historical mailing list - Shawn Luft
    Wed, 9 Jul 2003 14:52:29 -0400
    ...I was reading that increased electrical consumption can lower fuel economy. I'm wondering then...... is it possible to run the fridge on propane...
  • Re: Adding New Interior Lights
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Wed, 18 Jun 2003 22:08:32 -0700
    Ralph, The power consumption for the LED track lighting I did is 1 amp total (four fixtures x 250mamp ea) So far 15,000...
  • Re: Suburban Type Furnace Install;
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:03:15 -0700
    ...The power consumption of a heater needn't be much with good planning. -- Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott 84 Westfalia: Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical...
  • Re: in dash MP3 player??
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Sat, 5 Jan 2002 12:13:12 -0500
    ...My concern is power consumption. I do a lot of dry camping and electrical consumptions is of course a major issue. If I go...
  • Re: Laptop Power Consumption?
    Historical mailing list - Billy
    Sun, 17 Nov 2002 19:22:17 -0800
    ...I was going to make the Vanagon the prototype and share it with you all, but after this I'll just keep my electrical...
  • Re: Calculate fuel consumption when idling?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Mon, 26 Nov 2007 07:04:25 -0800
    ...This time, though, I will not be using solar power to keep my aux battery full. I have a battery charger that runs off...
  • propane consumption rates ('84)?
    Historical mailing list - John Lehman
    Sun, 02 Jun 1996 10:01:07 -1000
    ...Neither manual tells how much propane the thing burns per hour (the fridge manual at least gives electrical power RQ). Anyone know? Also, when...
  • Re: [WetWesties] Electrical Consumption & Battery Recharge Calculations
    Historical mailing list - David Jaffe
    Tue, 19 Nov 2002 11:20:03 -0800
    ...vanagon@yahoogroups.com; wetwesties@yahoogroups.; vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com; Syncro@yahoogroups.com; ev_update@yahoogroups.com Subject: [WetWesties] Electrical Consumption & Battery Recharge Calculations Electrical...
  • Danfoss VS Sawafuji Compressor. Which is Electrically More Efficient?
    Historical mailing list - neil n
    Wed, 12 Sep 2012 21:01:22 -0700
    ...I know fridge power consumption has been discussed here before but it seems to me that there's too many variables. Looking at this...
  • Re: 12V power inverter ?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:41:25 -0600
    ...Electrical specifications *WARNING: * Power requirements are based on the country/region where the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. Doing so might...
  • Electrical Consumption & Battery Recharge Calculations
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Tue, 19 Nov 2002 11:49:26 -0700
    Electrical Consumption & Battery Recharge Calculations. Based on all the input I got from List Members and helpful Product reps at Optima, Crutchfield, Arizona Solar...
  • Re: ammeter question
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Mon, 19 Mar 2007 23:24:20 -0700
    ...Power consumption at 10 amps is .05 x 10 = 1/2 watt. Nothing to worry about. And when there is no current flowing (from...
  • Re: 13 watt helical bulb in bus
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Wed, 28 Jun 2006 20:01:33 -0700
    Warren Lail wrote: > Greetings Lubbers, > > I know we are having a discussion regarding the power consumption of our favorite gadgets, and so I thought...
  • Re: NVC - Cost Calculator
    Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
    Mon, 2 Jun 2014 08:00:14 -0600
    ...of an electrical cost calculator - a box of some type that > > will give me a digital readout of electrical power consumption and total > > cost...
  • Re: Danfoss VS Sawafuji Compressor. Which is Electrically More Efficient?
    Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
    Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:11:23 -0700
    ...I know fridge > power consumption has been discussed here before but it seems to me > that there's too many variables. Looking at this...
  • What is the ultimate in dash toy? (Was: in dash MP3 player??)
    Historical mailing list - 80 Westy Pokey
    Sat, 5 Jan 2002 12:49:10 -0800
    ...My > concern is power consumption. I do a lot of dry camping and electrical > consumptions is of course a major issue. If I go...
  • Re: Propane powered fridge while driving (?)
    Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
    Wed, 9 Jul 2003 15:04:21 -0400
    ...I was > reading that increased electrical consumption can lower fuel economy. I'm > wondering then...... is it possible to run the fridge on propane...
  • Re: Solar Panel Mount -Flexible Panels?
    Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\"
    Sun, 2 May 2010 15:37:40 -0700
    Loren Busch wrote: > Second, I think you will find that the electrical consumption of any one, > let alone all, of the cooking appliances you...
  • What Size Inverter Do I Need?
    Historical mailing list - Turinsky
    Sat, 18 Dec 1999 08:53:35 -0900
    Like many of you have already done, I'd like to install an onboard electrical system for some interior lights, Propex heater, stereo, 'puter...
  • Re: Load vs fuel consumption..
    Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
    Sun, 29 Mar 2015 10:44:58 -0500
    ...With the Prius, the energy monitor reveals that the vehicle is storing electrical power on descents, and the engine is not running. I do...
  • Re: [Syncro] Electrical Consumption & Battery Recharge Calculati ons
    Historical mailing list - Forhan, Thomas
    Tue, 19 Nov 2002 16:50:54 -0500
    ...I count five different power sources: the solar panels, the two Optima batteries/alternator, the Power Pack, the 110v Battery Tender, and the Honda...
  • Re: Comments wanted on this portable fridge
    Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
    Sat, 4 Aug 2007 07:13:49 -0700
    ...I guess that is why they say "average power consumption 45 watts". They mean including duty cycle. Divide by 12 volts and you get...
  • 1.9L Turbo Diesel Test Drive results!
    Historical mailing list - David Marshall
    Fri, 28 Jun 2002 21:14:42 -0700
    OK guys and gals, I am hooked on Diesel power! I went for my first real good drive in a 1.9L Turbo Diesel...
  • Re: anyone bought a Coleman thermoelectric cooler?
    Historical mailing list - John Brush
    Wed, 12 Jun 2002 15:09:02 -0600
    ...When I checked on those types of coolers some time back, I recall being stunned at the power consumption. I do not recall the...
  • Re: Propane powered fridge while driving (?)
    Historical mailing list - steve selin
    Thu, 10 Jul 2003 15:09:27 -0400
    ...I was > reading that increased electrical consumption can lower fuel economy. I'm > wondering then...... is it possible to run the fridge on propane...
  • Re: ammeter question
    Historical mailing list - David Etter
    Tue, 20 Mar 2007 06:37:16 -0600
    ...Power consumption at 10 amps is .05 x 10 = 1/2 >watt. Nothing to worry about. And when there is no current flowing >(from...
  • Re: 12V power inverter ?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
    Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:48:13 -0600
    ...Thanks. > > Electrical specifications > *WARNING: * Power requirements are based on the country/region where > the printer is sold. Do not convert operating voltages. Doing so...
  • generator article (another viewpoint on electricity :)
    Historical mailing list - J. Walker
    Mon, 31 Oct 94 16:23:53 CST
    Trailer Life Magazine, October 1994 Portable Power by Jack Innis A portable generator becomes a valuable asset while camping beyond electrical hookups. You can...
  • Re: Comments wanted on this portable fridge
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sat, 4 Aug 2007 08:29:09 -0700
    ...I guess that is why they say "average power > consumption 45 watts". They mean including duty cycle. Divide by 12 > volts and you get...
  • Re: Inverter usage (was "Dual Battery Installation Instructions on Ebay")
    Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
    Wed, 20 Oct 2004 12:09:01 -0700
    ...One note for those not electrically savvy: Reinhard writes that inverters draw current even when not powering anything. The figure he mentions for a...
  • Re: Calculate fuel consumption when idling?
    Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
    Mon, 26 Nov 2007 12:01:36 -0800
    ...Calculate fuel consumption when idling? Hi Phil, I want to find out what difference having the wheels on my van aligned makes to my...
  • Re: doc wattson or watts up?
    Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
    Sun, 14 Oct 2012 20:34:12 -0700
    ...I don't have any problems with the gauge of wire used, my westy does not have a very demanding electrical power requirement when...
  • Re: Fridge usage
    Historical mailing list - Brian Spisak
    Wed, 20 Nov 2002 08:26:28 -0800
    ...Fridge usage > Hello everyone, > > The electrical consumption rag reminded me that I wanted to ask ya'll about > using the fridge while driving. The...
  • Re: Solar question and electrical oddity
    Historical mailing list - Alan Ruffalo
    Tue, 8 May 2001 15:41:45 -0700
    ...The Vector can stand momentary surges to 1400 watts of power consumption. I have one and it will power a computer or a 3...
  • Re: Interior Lights
    Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
    Fri, 9 May 2003 18:51:49 -0600
    ...Long Life - approx 100,000 hrs Vibration Resistant Low, Low power consumption Details with source info: http://www.roadhaus.com/electrical.html "people don...
  • Re: Hid AUX lamps GoWesty's headlight upgrade kit
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Tue, 13 Nov 2007 14:32:35 -0800
    ...consumption? Close to zero is my guess. >> >> -- >> Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott >> 71 Type 2: the Wonderbus >> 84 Westfalia: Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana...
  • Re: Comments wanted on this portable fridge
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sat, 4 Aug 2007 06:39:05 -0700
    Let's see how much power this thing wants. Time for the Battery Demand Calculator at http://www.altavistaaudio.com/Westy/Vanagon/battcalc.html...
  • Re: Load vs fuel consumption..
    Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
    Mon, 30 Mar 2015 10:40:33 -0600
    ...storing electrical power on descents, and the engine is not running. I do not have to touch the brake to store power. > > On more...
  • Re: Where is The Heat Going?
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:16:34 -0700
    ...But a real strong indication of heat generated is power consumption. On 12V, the Dometic draws -- what? 8 amps continuously? While the Norcold pulls...
  • Re: waterboxer longevity
    Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
    Mon, 30 Mar 1998 11:45:29 -0800
    ...which has the same power, much better torque which is important for off road travel and much better fuel consumption. Bj�rn Ratjen 1987...
  • Re: Solar question and electrical oddity
    Historical mailing list - Steve Schwenk
    Tue, 8 May 2001 15:59:33 -0700
    ...The Vector can stand momentary surges to > 1400 watts of power consumption. I have one and it will power a computer or > a 3...
  • Re: An overview of 14 electric math?
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Mon, 24 Nov 2003 23:48:53 -0600
    ...Power consumption of vehicle electrical leads (average values) Backup lamps 25W Battery ignition 20W Blower motor 80W Cigarette lighter 100W Fog lights 35W each...
  • Re: LED lights
    Historical mailing list - Patrick Seurynck
    Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:48:26 +0000
    ...turn signals but the low power consumption > does help with reducing voltage drop for our older, more tired electrical > systems and if you ever...
  • Re: 12-volt LCD monitors for DVD?
    Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
    Sat, 3 Mar 2007 17:19:13 -0500
    ...For this exercise I was looking at monitor > power consumption only. I know that our Philips DVD player likes > about > 2.5A when running...
  • Re: Where is The Heat Going?
    Historical mailing list - neil N
    Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:34:15 -0700
    ...It was just an off-the-cuff statement. > But a real strong indication of heat generated is power consumption. On > 12V, the Dometic draws...
  • Re: Norcold DC0040
    Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
    Sat, 30 Jun 2007 10:40:08 -0700
    Paul Chubbuck typed: > How's the power consumption? Over a 24-hour period, I reckon this refrigerator uses 20Ah. It draws 2.5 amps...
  • Re: Electrical Consumption & Battery Recharge Calculations
    Historical mailing list - David Beierl
    Wed, 20 Nov 2002 05:27:39 -0500
    At 01:49 PM 11/19/2002, Larry Chase wrote: >My Usage Assumption One: > >Power Consumption ... (running off batteries only) > >Per night = 20 amp...
  • Re: Fw: Solar panel mount
    Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
    Sat, 1 May 2010 08:13:10 -0700
    ...on a long power lead that plugs right into my 12v coach battery system. Recently we've increased our electrical consumption so now we...
  • Re: alternators
    Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
    Tue, 05 Jul 94 18:59:29 CDT
    ...Average fuel consumption per 100 km: For a weight of 10 kg, approx 0.1 liter; for 100 Watts of drive power: approx. 0...
  • Re: Hid AUX lamps GoWesty's headlight upgrade kit
    Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
    Tue, 13 Nov 2007 20:02:30 -0500
    ...consumption? Close to zero is my guess. >>> >>> -- >>> Mike "Rocket J Squirrel" Elliott >>> 71 Type 2: the Wonderbus >>> 84 Westfalia: Mellow Yellow ("The Electrical Banana...