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Explorer

May 13, 2019

converter replacement

I am replacing an allanson D40 brc-e converter in a older Citation trailer. 12 volt side is shot.
This trailer is used only for off grid camping, occasionally using a generator when needed, and it runs the a/c on those hot days to cool down.
I am open to any suggestions on a full power panel assembly.
I just dont know if i should go 40 amp or larger, as i dont know the actual draw of the air conditioner. the fridge is propane only. Or could i drop down to a 30-35 amp, as for 12 volt it would be lights ,pump and radio drawing power.

Any help is appreciated and thanks

13 Replies

Bobbo
Explorer III
May 14, 2019
time2roll wrote:
http://www.bestconverter.com/9200-148

Call Randy at the link above. He won't steer you wrong.
time2roll
Nomad
May 14, 2019
Single battery 35 is fine. Four batteries would be 80/90 amps. However you may need to upgrade the wire in the charging loop if you go larger than OEM.

Voltage is also important for a fast recharge. Consider a PD-9245-14.8 converter.

http://www.bestconverter.com/9200-148
SoundGuy
Explorer
May 13, 2019
maybz wrote:
I am replacing an allanson D40 brc-e converter in a older Citation trailer. 12 volt side is shot.

I just dont know if i should go 40 amp or larger, as i dont know the actual draw of the air conditioner.

A converter's rating is it's DC rating and has nothing to do with your 120 vac appliances, A/C included.