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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 and would like to know if I can setup the solar to connect to the converter/charger installed in the RV.

I upgraded my Magnetek 6345 last summer when the system had some issues. The NEW 6345 uses a 3 stage charger (much like those in a Solar Controller). Therefore, to save money on the initial configuration, I'd like to wire the solar panels into the converter/charger to charge the batteries vs running the generator.

Additionally, I'd like to add an inverter (2000) so that I can run other AC appliances…but I'm not sure on the charging/configuration for this.

Is this possible to use the converter/charger and then install an larger inverter for the DC to AC? And if so, how do you do it?

Thanks

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  • It can be done but if I understand what you want to do, You are looking a huge waste of power converting DC to AC to DC. The solar controller and the inverter should handle what you need without the use of the Magnetek.

    "IF I UNDERSTAND CORRECTLY"

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