Charging batteries with generator?
What is the most efficient way to charge batteries with a generator? Is using the 12 volt DC charging cord connected directly to the batteries any more efficient than plugging the camper power cord i...
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ADK Camper wrote:
I have a OEM WFCO converter in my camper. It will not go into boost charging mode no mater how discharged my battery. Therefore it can take a VERY long time to recharge a battery because the charger a!ways operates in adsorption mode. As others have said using the 12 VDC output from your genset is not very efficient either. What works best for me is to power the camper with the genset and use an inexpensive 10 amp manual charger plugged into 120 vac and connected directly to the battery. I only need to use it for about an hour every other day to keep the battery 50 to 90% charged.
Same for me, I use a vector/black and decker smart charger and the wfco together.
