Instant Pots are becoming increasingly common as some vandweller power systems become beefier. While convenient, they are effectively electric pressure cookers + crockpots, both of which are much less demanding of power.1)
Note: instant pots typically require more power than most vehicle-dwellers have on tap, but it can be done if one understands the issues.
The Instant Pot Duo mini 3qt appears to hold greatest market share among the small “pots”. It pulls 700w while actively heating.2) It is reported to run correctly off both 1000w inverters, both MSW and PSW.3)
The HIGH pressure mode is 10.1psi, a little lower than the bigger models. The LOW pressure mode appears to be 5.8psi.4) [better source needed] This may require adjustment of cooking time.
The included 3qt cooking pot is5)
x 5
(outer, ie what cooking implements can fit inside the IP x 4.75
(inner, what can fit inside the IP's internal cooking pot)Instant Pots are becoming increasingly common as some vandweller power systems become beefier. While convenient, they are effectively electric pressure cookers + crockpots, both of which are much less demanding of power.6)
The IP will require: