How much converter/charger is really needed?
I have a pair of NAPA 9824M Marine/RV batteries with a 20 hr rating of 79AH each, wired in parallel. Is there, really, any advantage in going from a 45 amp (PD4645V) converter/charger to a 55 amp (...
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My point that the batteries are already shot does relate to the question of whether to go with a new converter or not at this time.
Earlier it was mentioned that maybe the OP would get a higher amp converter when he got more of a battery bank, perhaps AGMs. I thought that meant the time was here, but the OP is sticking with the batteries he has for now, so that's that.
IMO the OP would not like the care and feeding of AGMs. With Wets he can ignore the 20% rule and does not need an ammeter to be sure they are fully recharged and all that.
A pair of those Sam's or Costco 6s and keep the PD 45 (but do use the boost button on a recharge) would be the least bother. The 6s there don't cost much and will last a few years under the PD's care (as long as they are watered, which is no big hassle)
Plus the furnace could now be used!
Earlier it was mentioned that maybe the OP would get a higher amp converter when he got more of a battery bank, perhaps AGMs. I thought that meant the time was here, but the OP is sticking with the batteries he has for now, so that's that.
IMO the OP would not like the care and feeding of AGMs. With Wets he can ignore the 20% rule and does not need an ammeter to be sure they are fully recharged and all that.
A pair of those Sam's or Costco 6s and keep the PD 45 (but do use the boost button on a recharge) would be the least bother. The 6s there don't cost much and will last a few years under the PD's care (as long as they are watered, which is no big hassle)
Plus the furnace could now be used!
