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MiRV
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Feb 22, 2014

Solar with RV Converter/Charger -- Can this be done???

Not sure if this has ever been covered in the Forum, but I couldn't find a similar thread, so am asking… I'm looking at installing a portable (to start) solar solutions with about 200W on the RV an...
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rexlion
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Feb 22, 2014
My portable panel and controller connect to the pigtail (the cord that normally goes to the tow vehicle). No impact on the converter, and the converter is no impact on the solar system. If I were plugged into shore power, both would charge simultaneously (but it would be overkill).

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