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Originally Posted by Hdlaut
The "Non-linear load, crest factor 3:1" was in reference to the 2000W continuous power rating. I used a microwave for 6 years on our boat. It was the 3000W Multiplus.
I chose the Victron because of the seamless integration of shore power, and solar, and the ability to blend them while charging.
I misspoke earlier when I said I intended to use a B2B for charging to front battery. I will actually use the a/c output from either the Victron or shore power to supply power to the existing WFC charger / distribution panel. That won't affect the existing wiring and makes the DC wiring much simpler.
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result of it's superior headroom. The 3000w models (also rated 5500w peak) are comparable to the Inverter I use with a slightly small "900w" kitchen model. My Inverter is rated 3000/6000, and I confirmed that it CAN run 3000w continuous for muiple minutes in a row (before deciding to accept it, rather than do a "return for refund").
The smaller 2000w model might be good with a one of the newer "Inverter friendly" Panasonic models, but it's characteristics imply a high risk of failure if you ask it to drive a "normal" microwave rated as "900w power" or higher. There have been quite a few reports of issues with the "2000 watt" Multiplus issues failing to drive extended continuous loads above 1600 watts. Unless the new panasonic microwaves are super-smooth, with GREATLY reduced reactance factors, I would expect to see problems.