Softstart for camper air conditioners ?

[Eagle]

Has anyone used this for their A/C unit?

SoftStartRV SSRV3T

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...2PZ6EA4E&psc=1

What is your opinion/results?

Thanks

[runner421]

When I went solar with a whole RV inverter, I installed a soft start for the AC system. I taped the OEM unit next to it under the shroud in case it gave me problems and I needed to switch back. Now-6 years later and I have no complaints. I don't even notice any difference. I did it because with the OEM unit the surge would bog down the battery/inverter system and lock up the compressor and shut down. With the soft start, I can be off grid and start the AC and the compressor kicks on, no issues. With my old 4 lead acid RV batteries and solar panels I could run the AC about an hour, long enough to cool down a hot RV (sometimes while driving, so I get to the campground, hook up and have a cool RV). But the compressor cycles on/off and doesn't lock up. With my new 4 LiFePO batteries, I haven't stress tested it yet for duration comparison.

[JimboFunFinder]

Here are multiple brands and prices of soft starts on the market. Some companies provide more customer support than others.
Attached is an interesting article.

[amcneily]

I installed micro air easy start. Used to take 30 amps to start Ac. Now never goes over 10 amps.
Easy to install and I’m no electrician.