Can an inverter AC run on an inverter?

Yes, simply put, an AC can run on an inverter in the event of a power cut. Whether you have a normal AC or an inverter AC , they both can be powered by an inverter. But, it all depends on whether your inverter is powerful enough to take the load of your AC.

An everyday inverter may not be nearly as powerful to take the load of an AC. You need an inverter with a rating of more than 4kVA to run a 1-ton AC . A normal inverter at most homes is powerful enough to handle small appliances like fans, bulbs, TVs, and more. To put this into context, an AC needs more than 1,000 times the load capacity of a ceiling fan.

Apart from the inverter, you also need a huge battery capacity to keep the AC running. For instance, to run a 1.5-ton inverter AC for at least an hour would require a battery backup of 400Ah. The cost of a high-capacity inverter combined with a huge battery backup makes this an unfavorable option for many.

So, while in theory, you can run any AC on inverter, there is a huge cost attached to it. An alternative to do this is to have the inverter powered by solar panels. It is a more practical way to save money on electricity bills, as well as remain sustainable.

Inverter ACs are fairly expensive, long term investments. Therefore, to ensure that they are well ooked after and therefore function well, consider investing in Croma’s ZipCare Annual Maintenance Contract for Air Conditioners, which covers a one-time wet cleaning service and also a one-time gas charging service, if required.

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