Who's Installed an inverter?

[rando]

I also have a 300W inverter, only ever used a couple of times to charge my MacBook. If I were to do it over, I would ditch the inverter and get one of these:
https://www.amazon.com/Trianium-Charger-Chipset-ENBL-Macbook-Chromebook/dp/B0711BK418/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1519226924&sr=1-2&keywords=usb-c+car+charger+macbook

It is pretty silly to take 12V DC, convert it to 120V AC, then convert it back to 20V DC for charging. Now that cheaper DC chargers are available and devices are standardizing on USB/USB-C charging an inverter makes less sense.

 

[hoyden]

That does look handy!
Sadly, my MacBook is prior to the USB-C Charge Cable. I have the MagSafe one.

 

[craig333]

Without my inverter how would I use my coffee grinder? Go manual? /shudder

 

[PaulT]

Contrary to popular opinion, grinding one's week or two supply of coffee prior to the trip & storing the ground coffee in an airtight container stored in the fridge, does not always result in less hair on one's chest. In fact, less noise in the camping area at O-Dark-30 may lead to more courage later in the day.

Using a hand crank grinder so early may discourage vigorous hiking in the AM as the hand cranker may be worn out from the effort. A rock mortar & pestle produces a grind with more flavor released and one need only pour the boiling water directly into the mortar and drink directly from the mortar for a truly primitive beverage experience.

Paul

ps. Just kidding. Here's grit in your teeth.

 

[craig333]

Mortar and pestle, you may be on to something!

 

[rando]

That does look handy!
Sadly, my MacBook is prior to the USB-C Charge Cable. I have the MagSafe one.

There are similar options for the mag safe chargers:
https://www.amazon.com/MacBook-Charger-WeCharger-Ultra-compact-Connector/dp/B00JP8G0W0/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_bs_tr_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=66F7QKTK46P3XM36EZXP&dpID=31AV4iRwNjL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=detail

The only issue is you will need a new USB-C one when you replace your macbook.

 

[hoyden]

There are similar options for the mag safe chargers:
https://www.amazon.com/MacBook-Charger-WeCharger-Ultra-compact-Connector/dp/B00JP8G0W0/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_bs_tr_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=66F7QKTK46P3XM36EZXP&dpID=31AV4iRwNjL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=detail

The only issue is you will need a new USB-C one when you replace your macbook.

Well, that's handy! Wish I'd had that on my no-destination adventure! Ha! I'll hafta get one for next time.

 

[Timothy McGowen]

When I can yes... but like PaulT, there isn't a good 12V charger for my camera batteries.

Have you checked https://www.bhphotovideo.com

I have bought chargers for several Canon's and GoPro. They work great. Several brand have exchangeable plates for different batteries. I got a dual battery charger.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/837092-REG/watson_d_1517_duo_lcd_charger_with.html

Many similar, cheaper versions on Amazon.

 

[Vic Harder]

I had a cheaper version. Useless. Have you been happy with this one?

 

[Timothy McGowen]

I had a cheaper version. Useless. Have you been happy with this one?

Very happy although It doesn't have a lot of mileage on it yet. Tried both 110v and 12v and works great. Slap in the batteries, plug it into the power panel and crawl into bed. Good to go by morning.

 

[BobM]

Without my inverter how would I use my coffee grinder? Go manual? /shudder

Battery powered https://www.amazon.com/MegApple-Portable-Adjustable-Coarseness-Stainless/dp/B074PHWMFQ

 

[So Cal Adventurer]

Have you checked https://www.bhphotovideo.com

I have bought chargers for several Canon's and GoPro. They work great. Several brand have exchangeable plates for different batteries. I got a dual battery charger.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/837092-REG/watson_d_1517_duo_lcd_charger_with.html

Many similar, cheaper versions on Amazon.

Woh! That looks great! Thanks

I have tried several cheaper units and been less than satisfied. I may give this one a shot!