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markm
Explorer
Jul 19, 2013

Charging batteries: inverter vs charger

Going to RMNP next week. No hook ups there, so need to recharge two 6 volt batteries daily. I will be using a Honda 2000 EUi generator. Couple questions:
1. Can I use external charger hooked to batteries while also charging batteries from trailer inverter. This would occur when I plug trailer power cord into generator.
2. Will external charger charge faster than trailer inverter?
Basically, I'm trying to determine the fastest way to recharge the batteries each day.
Thanks, Mark
  • wolfe10's avatar
    wolfe10
    Explorer
    Jul 19, 2013
    You will need to post what brand and model CONVERTER you have before we can tell you how fast it will charge.

    Also, bear in mind that you will be limited to the output of your generator. Within that wattage, you can certainly use BOTH converter and supplemental charger at the same time.

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