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Phoresic
Reg. May 2010
Posted 2012-02-20 12:20 PM (#141252)
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Is this something I would need? lol  I am so hopeless. 

http://www.adventurerv.net/intelipower-9245-convertercharger-amp-9200-charge-wizard-p-5028.html?osCsid=mb9n1cggqo77flhcvvj8sjps82

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Phoresic
Reg. May 2010
Posted 2012-02-20 2:45 PM (#141254 - in reply to #141252)
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Actually, I do want to know what this does.  It sounds like it recharges batteries safely and quickly.  Now, a regular battery charger can charge batteries this fast, I think, and I'm wondering if the difference is the deterioration of the battery in the normal quick charges and that this does the fast charging without that battery damage.

So, if it really takes hours to return batteries to 90 percent charge, and this thing returns those same batteries to 90 percent then I think it is something I'd want to have.  I like the idea of plugging in the generator (EU 2000) and recharging a couple of batteries in 3 hours.

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wyndancer
Reg. Apr 2007
Posted 2012-02-20 4:57 PM (#141261 - in reply to #141252)
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I have it on my Progressive Dynamics converter, the pendant...does a great job of charging the two 6volt batteries (Trojan 105's). I can leave the trailer plugged in for weeks at a time without fearing a boil dry. (overcharge)

It's not going to make the batteries take less time to charge however. The only thing that can make that happen is more amperage from the charger.

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Phoresic
Reg. May 2010
Posted 2012-02-21 7:37 AM (#141279 - in reply to #141252)
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Thanks Wyndancer.  That's what I wanted to know.  I didn't understand how this particular thing fit into the overall plan. 
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gard
Reg. Aug 2007
Posted 2012-02-21 3:42 PM (#141297 - in reply to #141252)
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I don't know what type of trailer you have, IE: DR or LQ. If it's a DR with a simple DC wiring, a maintenance/charger is in order. If it's a LQ or a well wired DR, a power center/converter will not only power the various AC and DC systems, but will also provide a step charging/maintenance to your batteries.

You may find the differences in pricing of the two units to be nominal.

http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=rv+power+center&hl=en&prmd=imvns&psj=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1265&bih=761&wrapid=tlif132986036514010&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=15298550963337050349&sa=X&ei=Hw9ET5O1JoP30gHp1djcBw&ved=0CG8Q8wIwAA#

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Phoresic
Reg. May 2010
Posted 2012-02-22 9:55 AM (#141310 - in reply to #141297)
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Originally written by gard on 2012-02-21 3:42 PM

...If it's a LQ or a well wired DR, a power center/converter will not only power the various AC and DC systems, but will also provide a step charging/maintenance to your batteries...

http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=rv+power+center&hl=en&prmd=imvns&psj=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1265&bih=761&wrapid=tlif132986036514010&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=15298550963337050349&sa=X&ei=Hw9ET5O1JoP30gHp1djcBw&ved=0CG8Q8wIwAA#

Thanks Gard.  This seems like what I need.  I wasn't sure if that Charge Wizard thing provided something more.  Thanks for the link! 

It's a 4' short wall, but I  need 30 amp, AC and DC service that will run off of my Honda 2000EU generator or shore power and that is stable/clean enough for electronics including a computer. 

I want the system to be sufficient to handle a small ceiling mount air conditioner if I decide I need one (at present, I think that I do not, but that could change).  I am going to try the 110 refrigerator for this summer (tested at 50 watt range when it's running, so we'll see.  I can replace that refrigerator with a DC or propane one if this doesn't work out but most of my use it at high altitude).  I have a small microwave (AC), water pump (AC or DC), super-efficient LED lights(DC),  plug ins for computer (AC/DC),  small tv (AC/DC), dvd player (AC) dish receiver sometimes (AC) , music (charges from computer).  If I am going somewhere that I know I'll be connecting to shore power, I may use an electric stove top instead of propane, or may use an electric over instead of the propane one.  It sounds like more energy than I think it is:).

 

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gard
Reg. Aug 2007
Posted 2012-02-22 11:00 AM (#141313 - in reply to #141252)
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With all those appliances, you'll need a 200 amp residential service entrance. Do you have any idea how much the miles of wiring will cost, to keep up with your travels?
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Phoresic
Reg. May 2010
Posted 2012-02-22 11:47 AM (#141320 - in reply to #141252)
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LOL, I could be making a big mistake, but I thought since nothing except the refrigerator will run more than a few minutes per day, and the refrigerator is a test to see how long it stays on at the 50 watts, I'd be OK.  At home it's cycled off mostly and doesn't use much energy in 24 hours.  Oh well, it may not work out, but if worse comes to worse, I'll just use my backpacking equipment outside under the awning :) and the area is very comfortable so it'll still be good enough.

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