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Diesel_Camper
Explorer
Feb 03, 2016

Replace converter with 24v PS and Solar Controller

So after upgrading our batteries to 2 GC2 costco's and realizing they need 15.3v to charge and that no converter can do this... Is there any reason that a 24v 700watt Power supply couldn't feed a t...
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ewarnerusa
Nomad
Feb 05, 2016
OP,
Do you already have the Tristar controller? Why not just get solar panels for it and use the Tristar as designed? I have mine programmed for 14.8V absorption and 15.3V equalization with temperature compensation. It works great.

As mentioned, the onboard converter with lower voltage will still charge the batteries if given adequate time. It will just be your backup/emergency charger.

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