rv gaming

[Zmanswick]

Hello,  I'm thinking about doing pc gaming in a rv. The pc requires around 1200 watts to run the pc. So is it possible for this to happen if I'm wanting to rv semi annually. 

           Thanks, 

                   Zmanswick

[samiscool51]

get a gaming laptop, it's better and consumes less power

[Canada EH]

You need a generator to get 1200W, or a dc-ac inverter to get 1200W which is expensive.

A generator would be $150.

[dantayy]

3 minutes ago, Canada EH said:

You need a generator to get 1200W, or a dc-ac inverter to get 1200W which is expensive.

A generator would be $150.

Generators are just really troublesome, you can get a 1900W inverter for $200 USD

[Canada EH]

HarborFreight or used from the online classifieds for $50.

Not too troublesome, just noisey, but you are in an RV so it would just bug tenters.

 

[johnny5c]

First off what kind of power system does the RV have and are you always going to be relying on portable power or will you have access to a utility connection?

 

I've had HTPCs in the last three RVs I've owned, current one has a 6000 watt Cummins quiet diesel generator but I've used both DC-AC inverters and DC-DC PSUs in the past. 

 

If you have the battery capacity for a DC to AC inverter go with a pure sine wave model, a portable unit will work just fine but a hardwired RV unit with remote monitoring and a charging circuit would be ideal.  If you have a onboard generator I definitely recommend using a UPS because large appliances like AC units and microwaves can cause a huge voltage drop when they first turn on.

 

Portable inverter, http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/nature-power-sine-wave-inverters-2000-watt/67192

Hardwired unit, http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200578586_200578586

 

If you're going with a portable generator I'd recommend a good inverter model like a Honda EU series, quiet and plus puts out really clean power.

 

Another option may be a DC to DC PSU, not sure if there's one large enough to fit your needs but years back I used two of these 250 watt units to power a rig with a C2Q and a ATI GPU.

https://store.mp3car.com/collections/our-products/products/m4-atx-250w-power-supply-psu-car-pc-wide-input-6-30v-intelligent-dc-dc