Are lithium batteries worth the cost?
I can carry two group 29s in my AF1150. Are they worth it?
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Avid Fox wrote:
I'm not sure I understand the charging setup.
My f350 has dual alternators that can deliver about 380 amps if needed. I already have giant charging cables back to the camper via a solenoid. Which work great BTW.
Do I need to limit the LI recharging to amp ratings and cable sizes, or just make sure the voltage is within range of 13.2 to 14.4? The Ford always delivers 14.4 to start, then backs off to 13.2 eventually when it senses they are fully charged. Will that work, or do I need something more fancy?
I would ut in a DC to DC charger. seeing you have dual altanators you can go with a larger one like a 60amp if your cables will handle it, but thats the best wy to charge the LFP batteries. you would also need to make sure your converter in your camper has a "lithium" setting if not just change it out for a charger section that does.
I dont know about down there but for the AH up here lithium is about the same cost as deicent high quality deep cycle batteries now (for the same usable capacity)
Steve
