An inverter for your car can be very useful for giving power to your devices. There are different types of car inverters on the market, so it is important to consider before purchasing what type of inverter you need and what you want to use it for.
Which car inverter do I need?
There are mainly two types of car inverters: the pure sine inverter and the modified sine inverter. The pure sine inverter is the most common, it delivers the same power that comes from your wall socket at home. These are suitable for charging your laptop, phone or tablet, and can also supply audio equipment with power without generating noise. With a pure inverter, you do not have to worry about short circuits.
Modified sine wave inverters are cheaper, but are not suitable for sensitive equipment such as laptops and TVs. They can damage the battery and cause noise in radios and other audio equipment.
Additionally, the connections can differ. For example, some car inverters are connected to the cigarette lighter, while others must be connected to the car battery using battery clamps. The socket to which you connect your device also differs. Nowadays, many car inverters have a handy USB connection, but versions with a French/Belgian socket are also popular for holidays. You can read this in the product information.