How much converter/charger is really needed?
I have a pair of NAPA 9824M Marine/RV batteries with a 20 hr rating of 79AH each, wired in parallel. Is there, really, any advantage in going from a 45 amp (PD4645V) converter/charger to a 55 amp (...
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Bobbo wrote:
Let me give you a little background. I ordered a PD4655V converter/charger. When it came, I installed it. I have been fat dumb and happy for the last 18 months with it. After 18 months, I found the box and discovered that when I bought it, they accidentally shipped a PD4645V by mistake. I am wondering if it is worth my while to pull out the 45 amp unit and install a 55 amp unit. One day, when these batteries die, I may go with a pair of GC2 6v units, or a pair of group 31 AGM batteries, but that will be years down the line as the batteries I have now were brand new when I installed the converter.
We do boondock a lot, and I have a 2000 watt Honda. I also currently have a single 80 watt solar panel on the roof, and am seriously considering adding 2 more of the 80 watt panels. That project is very likely to happen.
I agree there is not reason changing it out. If anything, I don't think there is measurable difference. As for your batteries, when it comes time and assuming you are going to stay AGM, Full River makes the 6 volt 220 AH in a group 27 case. There is something to be said for that. More people can get 6 volt that were limited by compartment size with the GC2. Smartest thing Fullriver ever did.
