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Post by jdizzle on Feb 19, 2014 10:41:59 GMT -8
If I installed this unit to charge the battery and run my 12v system, would it also run the 120 system at the same time? Power Converter |
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Post by 61 Shasta on Feb 19, 2014 16:00:02 GMT -8
Not according to the spec's. This looks like an excellent converter that will do a great job of keeping your battery charged under various situations and providing an excellent source for 12 volt power when hooked to shore power. However, in order to provide 120 volt power to your unit when it is not available from shore power, you will need to install an inverter. Before you run out and buy an inverter though you need to determine your 120 volt power requirements and size it accordingly.
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Post by jdizzle on Feb 19, 2014 16:24:53 GMT -8
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Post by pirateslife on Feb 19, 2014 18:09:57 GMT -8
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Post by gonekayaking on Feb 19, 2014 18:12:28 GMT -8
No that's still a converter and electrical box....and another fine one. The converter charges your battery and powers your 12 v needs (lights, fan, waterpump etc..). If you have a blender, TV, etc.... that you want to plug in you need. one of these but you have to know what your load is to see what size you will need. www.doityourselfrv.com/rv-inverter-how-to-best-option/There are a number of posts in the electrical section about this. |
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Post by jdizzle on Feb 19, 2014 18:55:21 GMT -8
I understand that, but it is an ac/dc distro panel so I am assuming when I plug into shore power this will run my ac/dc circuits
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Post by jdizzle on Feb 19, 2014 18:56:28 GMT -8
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Post by pirateslife on Feb 19, 2014 19:32:13 GMT -8
I understand that, but it is an ac/dc distro panel so I am assuming when I plug into shore power this will run my ac/dc circuits This is correct, it will run you ac/dc and charge your battery |
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Post by gonekayaking on Feb 19, 2014 21:41:35 GMT -8
Okay, now I get you. I thought you were talking about needing something to run your 110 appliances when you are NOT on shore power. For that you need an inverter.
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Post by pathfinder3081 on Feb 20, 2014 3:43:22 GMT -8
This might give you a better picture of what you will need. Here prior to installation is my Package  Then, after I installed it, I connected the power chord for a test.. It works.  |
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Post by pathfinder3081 on Feb 20, 2014 3:48:16 GMT -8
I have a few "led" lights that are straight to my battery via fuse block. That way if ever I am in a pinch I can go below the shut off on the converter. Convertors use some juice operating all to themselves. Many people go all "DC", have all the stuff switched over. This was a fairly simple system for me and ran about 350 +/-, I think.
My off grid weekend are not normally more than 3 or 4 nights. If I keep my eyes open and don't go crazy I have plenty of juice for the basics. I hope that this helps.. In the electrical threads here you'll find some good diagrams and pics to helps you get a better picture.
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Post by jdizzle on Feb 20, 2014 7:25:59 GMT -8
Thanks for the info guys, I have the progressive dynamics unit on the way. Do you guys have a recommendation for a battery?
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Post by pathfinder3081 on Feb 20, 2014 7:45:27 GMT -8
You'll get tons of feedback from these cats. They got their game on. We have a ton of text on here too. I am using a DP31 Marine Battery, about 130 amp hrs. Not it is not a “RV Deep Cell” Golf-cart fly my butt to the moon, cost $500 battery. (smile) I would like to have that stuff but just can’t justify the cost yet. I think (or remember) with some coupons and discounts I got this one for $110 US, last year. They even let me turn in a old Lawn Mower battery for the core charge. It is still going good and I have “used it some, charge it some, use it some, charge it some” over the winter months why I work on her in the garage. It’s a good idea to use it off and on throughout the year IMHO. Others might say different. This is just what I have walked away with in my reading and research. This link help me get a basic understanding of what I was needing and what I am expecting out of my set up. I hope that it helps. rvroadtrip.us/library/12v_system.php |
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Post by vikx on Feb 20, 2014 21:28:25 GMT -8
On my smaller trailers, I use a Deep Cycle 24 series. If you have the room, two 24s are better or you can bump in size to a 27.
Big Fivers come with a series 27, and they seem to keep the 12 volt system working when not plugged in. (including slides, lighting, the water pump, etc.)
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