Replacing PD 9145A

Replace with newer PD9245 that has built in Charge Wizard

enblethen wrote:
Replace with newer PD9245 that has built in Charge Wizard

Excellent, I was just coming back to ask that very question. I'm finding the Progressive Dynamics PD9245CV (Inteli-Power 9200 Series Converter/Charger with Charge Wizard - 45 Amp).

Looks like this is a better model to go with then? I just don't want to fry anything,... again.

Generally and “nowadays” no electronic device should be replaced with the exact same model.

If you are planing on installing an inverter in the near future, consider buying an inverter/charge/automatic transfer switch.

Remove your current converter and wire the DC distribution panel directly to the battery. Wire the inverter/charge/automatic transfer switch directly to the battery. Wire the exterior shore power inlet to the inverter and the AC output of the inverter to the AC breaker panel. DONE !

What happened to the one you have? You may want to upgrade a bit, depending on your answer.

If your 9145 has the optional charge wizard like my 9180 Replace with same model as there is none better than a PD-wizard controlled converter for standard batteries.

If it does not then the 9200 series is the same unit WITH the Wizard built in.

If you call Progressive Dynamics you may snag a Factory Rebuilt . bit cheaper and if your unit is less than 10 years old they may have an even better deal.

or if you are Near Marshall Michigan (dead center about 35 miles north of Indiana) Do Drop In the factory.. I did.

+1 for PD9245

http://www.bestconverter.com/9200-Series-Deck-Mount_c_84.html

time2roll wrote:
+1 for PD9245

http://www.bestconverter.com/9200-Series-Deck-Mount_c_84.html

This is a great choice but they have a better one that I bought from Best converter it is a 9200 PD9245 modified to put out 14.8 Volts of boost instead of the 13.6. I can't find it on the website but if you call and ask Randy, he may still have them in stock. 888-828-1893

Thanks everyone! Apprecaite the feedback and advice!

I started wondering - do these things accommodate AGM batteries, are AGM not recommended in RVs, and/or do I need a specific converter for AGM?

I just know that AGM batteries can be finicky when it comes to charging - I had to get a specific AGM compatible charger for my boat. I'm stupid when it comes to electronics however so....

wa8yxm wrote:
If your 9145 has the optional charge wizard like my 9180 Replace with same model as there is none better than a PD-wizard controlled converter for standard batteries.

If it does not then the 9200 series is the same unit WITH the Wizard built in.

If you call Progressive Dynamics you may snag a Factory Rebuilt . bit cheaper and if your unit is less than 10 years old they may have an even better deal.

or if you are Near Marshall Michigan (dead center about 35 miles north of Indiana) Do Drop In the factory.. I did.

Turns out my 9145 didn't go bad as I thought - but I was reading about the charge wizard. I don't think mine has one assuming it would be wired or plugged in somewhere? If so, I see nothing external to the device itself.

Is this something worth buying separate if I do end up keeping the 9145 converter? Seems it was an option with this device, yes?