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theoldwizard1
Dec 03, 2017Explorer II
I don't think I have ever seen any product that does all 3 functions; Converter (120VAC to 12VDC), Inverter (12VDC to 120VAC) and 12/24VDC charger. My gut says, that with an adequate battery bank, you don't need a traditional converter and you can just use the charger. Of course you still need a DC fuse/distribution panel and an AC fuse/distribution panel.
I just bumped into a company (Samlex) that makes a very interesting inverter/charger. It is interesting because not only does it have a built in transfer switch, but it can accept shore power or generator power (with the capability to start the generator if the batteries are low) AND output from your solar charge controller.
This company has been in the inverter business for a number of years, but I think their inverter/chargers have only been available for a few years.
I just bumped into a company (Samlex) that makes a very interesting inverter/charger. It is interesting because not only does it have a built in transfer switch, but it can accept shore power or generator power (with the capability to start the generator if the batteries are low) AND output from your solar charge controller.
This company has been in the inverter business for a number of years, but I think their inverter/chargers have only been available for a few years.
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