Converter vs. Charger, Whats in a name?
I read over and over again the misconceptions that exist out there regarding the converter systems in RV's and Travel Trailers. Most people are under the assumption that their converter is a battery c...
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IMO, it is more important to note the difference between a "converter" and an "inverter".
Some people seem to think the terms are interchangeable. NOT SO!
An "inverter" changes Direct Current to Alternating Current. In an RV that is usually 12VDC to 115 VAC 60 Hz.
A "converter" changes AC to DC, probably with a battery charging function. In an RV that is usually 115 VAC 60 Hz to 12VDC.
Some people seem to think the terms are interchangeable. NOT SO!
An "inverter" changes Direct Current to Alternating Current. In an RV that is usually 12VDC to 115 VAC 60 Hz.
A "converter" changes AC to DC, probably with a battery charging function. In an RV that is usually 115 VAC 60 Hz to 12VDC.
