I bought one of these from truckhaven about 3 months ago - Used it most days since and never had a problem with it…
bonnie lass:
I will apologise in the first instance, please dont think im hijacking your thread!!! :blush: :blush: I wasnt sure whether or not to ask this similar question on this thread or a new threadI was wondering the same thing but on a smaller scale, have just got me a very small kettle ( 400ml , rated voltage 115/230v,rated frequency 50/60Hz, & was wondering how to get it to work off the ■■■ lighter so it can be used in a recently aquired 3.5 tonne van , thinking maybe I will go touring in it when I have time off work ( my new project in my spare time)
, it would be easier & cheaper for me ( saving accomodation fees etc) , any constructive ideas greatly appreciated, :wi nk:
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how do you get a 115 / 230v item to work in a 12v socket?? Inverter mate, cost a lot more than a 12v kettle though - or a gas 1 which might be more use if you’re plannin’ on touring, so you can cook on it too.
The Hella plug in an Axor is 15amp, others are 5amp.
If it does blow, they’re not fuses, just cut out switches, so just press the button to reset.
davidj247:
I bought one of these from truckhaven about 3 months ago - Used it most days since and never had a problem with it…
I’ve looked at this one, does it come with plug already to go etc??
waynedl:
bonnie lass:
I will apologise in the first instance, please dont think im hijacking your thread!!! :blush: :blush: I wasnt sure whether or not to ask this similar question on this thread or a new threadSee your problem highlighted■■?
how do you get a 115 / 230v item to work in a 12v socket?? Inverter mate, cost a lot more than a 12v kettle though - or a gas 1 which might be more use if you’re plannin’ on touring, so you can cook on it too.The Hella plug in an Axor is 15amp, others are 5amp.
If it does blow, they’re not fuses, just cut out switches, so just press the button to reset.
, I’m not good with electric stuff, but as you say the inverter costs & by the time these expences are worked out, for me, it would be better I think to go back to useing the little gas stove I have tucked away somewhere, & not have the worry of blowing fuses miles from nowhere 
bonnie lass:
waynedl:
bonnie lass:
I will apologise in the first instance, please dont think im hijacking your thread!!! :blush: :blush: I wasnt sure whether or not to ask this similar question on this thread or a new threadSee your problem highlighted■■?
how do you get a 115 / 230v item to work in a 12v socket?? Inverter mate, cost a lot more than a 12v kettle though - or a gas 1 which might be more use if you’re plannin’ on touring, so you can cook on it too.The Hella plug in an Axor is 15amp, others are 5amp.
If it does blow, they’re not fuses, just cut out switches, so just press the button to reset.
, I’m not good with electric stuff, but as you say the inverter costs & by the time these expences are worked out, for me, it would be better I think to go back to useing the little gas stove I have tucked away somewhere, & not have the worry of blowing fuses miles from nowhere
Good idea, I carry both, a stove, a gas kettle and a pan, also a 24v kettle.
I normally use the 24v kettle, but the gas one is MUCH quicker, and it’s there if anything happens to my electrics - flat battery etc.
Those gas stoves are a nightmare to carry (In their handy carry case and all!) 
bigvern1:
Those gas stoves are a nightmare to carry (In their handy carry case and all!)
That right, they can be a nuisance if they have a plastic carry case. The plastic cases themselves are quite brittle & prone to breaking if they take a bump 
already chipped mine , & you have to let them cool as well before you shut the lid, so it doesn’t melt it 
( nearly did that one too when I first got it ).
I didn’t mean it like that pet!
redbob:
Not sure, it’s an Axor if that helps.
In that case you have a 12v socket on the passenger side of the centre console. Difficult to see but have a good look when you’re not driving! There should be a switch for it marked 12v or 24/12v on the dash.
I’ve had loads of kettles over the last few years; 24v are quicker to boil, but burn out plugs and sockets very quickly. I’ve also rewired them with better plugs, but the current drain generates too much heat. Get a 12v one - it will take a little longer to boil, but do less damage and last longer too. I currently (pardon the pun) have an Allspares 12v kettle; has worked for over 12 months which is good for me (boiled 3 times every night!).
Forget the kettle, buy a good flask, fill it at home, then in every cafe, RDC or factory you visit. They all have kettles, most cafes don’t charge and you always have a supply of free teabags & sugar if you get in the services.
I have seen a Scania Dashboard after someone plugged a kettle in 
I use the 907 type camping gaz bottle with the single burner that screws on the top with a carry handle loop built into it. The bottles are about £10-15 to exchange but lasts me about 9 months. That is with using it every day for brews and cooking. I have a large gas kettle as well, its big enough to get enough water in for a strip wash if I cant get a shower. The kettle was about £10 in argos I think.
gardun:
redbob:
Not sure, it’s an Axor if that helps.
In that case you have a 12v socket on the passenger side of the centre console. Difficult to see but have a good look when you’re not driving! There should be a switch for it marked 12v or 24/12v on the dash.
I’ve had loads of kettles over the last few years; 24v are quicker to boil, but burn out plugs and sockets very quickly. I’ve also rewired them with better plugs, but the current drain generates too much heat. Get a 12v one - it will take a little longer to boil, but do less damage and last longer too. I currently (pardon the pun) have an Allspares 12v kettle; has worked for over 12 months which is good for me (boiled 3 times every night!).
You have to have a decent 12 volt socket though as the 12v kettle will draw more than a 24v one. 300w, 12v kettle will draw up to 25 amps while the 24v version of the same kettle will draw 12.5v.
redbob:
davidj247:
I bought one of these from truckhaven about 3 months ago - Used it most days since and never had a problem with it…I’ve looked at this one, does it come with plug already to go etc??
Yes, just plug straight in to 24v socket
Coffeeholic:
gardun:
redbob:
Not sure, it’s an Axor if that helps.
In that case you have a 12v socket on the passenger side of the centre console. Difficult to see but have a good look when you’re not driving! There should be a switch for it marked 12v or 24/12v on the dash.
I’ve had loads of kettles over the last few years; 24v are quicker to boil, but burn out plugs and sockets very quickly. I’ve also rewired them with better plugs, but the current drain generates too much heat. Get a 12v one - it will take a little longer to boil, but do less damage and last longer too. I currently (pardon the pun) have an Allspares 12v kettle; has worked for over 12 months which is good for me (boiled 3 times every night!).
You have to have a decent 12 volt socket though as the 12v kettle will draw more than a 24v one. 300w, 12v kettle will draw up to 25 amps while the 24v version of the same kettle will draw 12.5v.
Checked today, it has 24v 15A & 12v socket so happy days
davidj247:
redbob:
davidj247:
I bought one of these from truckhaven about 3 months ago - Used it most days since and never had a problem with it…I’ve looked at this one, does it come with plug already to go etc??
Yes, just plug straight in to 24v socket
Nice 1 David thanks 
Coffeeholic:
You have to have a decent 12 volt socket though as the 12v kettle will draw more than a 24v one. 300w, 12v kettle will draw up to 25 amps while the 24v version of the same kettle will draw 12.5v.
Assuming that they are both 300w. Never looked, and despite being very familiar with Mr Ohm’s laws of electrical resistance etc. I can only speak from experience! Maybe the wattage is lower - I don’t know
davidj247:
I bought one of these from truckhaven about 3 months ago - Used it most days since and never had a problem with it…
I’ve gone through loads of 12/24 volt kettles. This one is my current one and by far the most robust ^^^^^^