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hammick
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Nov 30, 2016

Charger selection help please

I'm thinking about buying a Noco Genius G26000 26a smart charger for when the sun isn't getting my batteries charged.

I have a FR Stealth Toyhauler with two Interstate GC2 208ah batteries. They do everything I want and more when I am able to get them fully charged. 99% of our camping is boondocking and our solar system will get the batteries fully charged during the summer assuming it is sunny and we aren't in the woods. I have a crappy 55a Wyco converter that never gives more than 13.7a to the batteries.

We boondocked for four days over Thanksgiving and it got quite old hauling out my Schumacher 25a cart charger to get the batteries fully charged. Plus the Schumacher gets the batteries over 16v when in absorb.

When charging I use a 2000w Yamaha inverter. I do have a built in 4000w Onan if needed.

I've read about all the threads on replacement converters, the Meanwell power supplies and other options. But I keep coming back to the Noco for it's many charging options and convenience.

Can I get these batteries fully charged using the Noco in a reasonable amount of time or should I go with something like the Powermax Boondocker with adjustable voltage or a Megawatt. I'm willing to pay the premium for the Noco but not at the expense of hours of extra generator time.

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