Can I run my WFCO output to a REDARC BCDC?
My 2019 Brookstone 395RL currently has a: WFCO WF-9875 75 AMP POWER DECKMOUNT CONVERTER - 55-4708 I'm in the process of adding a REDARC BCDC1240D... and running #2 AWG from my 2019 F-350 DRW's batt...
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The first problem I see to connecting the WFCO’s output to the Redarc ‘s input is you will be limiting your maximum charge rate to 40 amps. Can’t your four AGM’s handle more than that?
Bob, I honestly think the scenario of having the solar controller in the Redarc and the charger in the WFCO trying to charge the batteries at the same time isn’t the problem you may think it is. Your panels can’t force 40 amps into the batteries if they aren’t at a state of charge that will accept it. So what if they both sit there in float for a few hours? Eventually the sun is going to go down, and the panels will stop producing power. Then the WFCO charger will go into bulk if the batteries need it. Except, you’re on shore power, so why would the batteries need any more than float anyway?
:):)
Bob, I honestly think the scenario of having the solar controller in the Redarc and the charger in the WFCO trying to charge the batteries at the same time isn’t the problem you may think it is. Your panels can’t force 40 amps into the batteries if they aren’t at a state of charge that will accept it. So what if they both sit there in float for a few hours? Eventually the sun is going to go down, and the panels will stop producing power. Then the WFCO charger will go into bulk if the batteries need it. Except, you’re on shore power, so why would the batteries need any more than float anyway?
:):)
