Feb-06-2015 02:08 AM
Feb-16-2015 08:23 PM
RoyB wrote:
Here is a TYPICAL 30AMP Wiring configuration showing what is controlled by the 120VAC and 12VDC Power Distribution Panel...
The basic concept for the RV Trailers is to be able to work from Batteries only with the bare necessities or from the 120VAC Electric Pedestals running all of the appliance and functions..
when camping off the power grid on batteries only you can add an INVERTER connected to the battery bank to run many of the 120VAC items. The Battery Bank would have to be many batteries to run the whole trailer.
With this in mind when camping off the power grid alot of folks will just run the 120VAC Home entertainment items from a smaller INVERTER. The rest of the bare necessities will run directly from the 12VDC battery bank.
You have to plan everything out to be successful camping off the power grid running from the battery bank.
LARGE capacity INVERTERS are very battery hungry...
Roy Ken
Feb-16-2015 07:42 AM
fitznj wrote:
>>>Will my truck recharge the battery while I am driving after spending the night at Sams club or rest area?
It depends how the truck is wired at the trailer socket. I do NOT have the extra charging connector wired up - so the TT batteries do not get charged as I drive
>>> and how long would it take?
Deep cycle batteries generally take longer to fully charge - my batteries take about 12 hours to charge but then I charge at a low current - which usually extends the life of batteries.
>>> Should I invest in a solar battery keeper?
Does not hurt - but check the wattage/current, do the arithmetic to calculate how long it will take to charge the battery.
>>> If plugged into a 30 amp power source at a rv site is my TT battery being recharged?
Yes - the built-in 120V/12V will send 12-14 volts to the battery to charge it up - again look at you specific model to determine current and do the arithmetic to calculate charge time.
>>> Do I need a 12v TV?
Depends - if you're not hooked up to 120v, then you're running the TT off the batteries - so essentially 12v. Inverters will suck your batteries dry in no time.
G
Feb-16-2015 03:57 AM
Feb-15-2015 05:42 PM
RoyB wrote:
Here is a TYPICAL 30AMP Wiring configuration showing what is controlled by the 120VAC and 12VDC Power Distribution Panel...
The basic concept for the RV Trailers is to be able to work from Batteries only with the bare necessities or from the 120VAC Electric Pedestals running all of the appliance and functions..
when camping off the power grid on batteries only you can add an INVERTER connected to the battery bank to run many of the 120VAC items. The Battery Bank would have to be many batteries to run the whole trailer.
With this in mind when camping off the power grid alot of folks will just run the 120VAC Home entertainment items from a smaller INVERTER. The rest of the bare necessities will run directly from the 12VDC battery bank.
You have to plan everything out to be successful camping off the power grid running from the battery bank.
LARGE capacity INVERTERS are very battery hungry...
Roy Ken
Feb-15-2015 05:27 PM
OldSoldier53 wrote:
RoyB. I really like your graphic. I am redoing an old TT and need to add for a MicroWave and TV. Would you be able to attach the file in a downloadable or printable form? Thanks.
Feb-15-2015 03:52 PM
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Feb-06-2015 02:33 AM
ddro wrote:
Ok here's a stupid question and I hope you can help.
I need a tv and will get a lcd tv BUT the way I understand it and I am probably wrong is that when I plug into power at a site it actually goes to the inverter? Is the power to my outlets 120v or will it be 12 volt DC?
I was told that the lights were 12v or 120v which is it I am wondering?
Also what kind of led bulbs would I need to replace my stock bulbs to led? Is it worth it as far as battery consumption?
What we are planning for next winter is to spend a few days boondocking on our way to Fla. or Arizona or Texas and then find a long term site for a month (Jan)
Will my truck recharge the battery while I am driving after spending the night at Sams club or rest area and how long would it take? Should I invest in a solar battery keeper? If plugged into a 30 amp power source at a rv site is my TT battery being recharged?
Do I need a 12v TV?
Sorry for all these questions but I just want to be sure I am doing things right and not hurting my battery on either my TT or vehicle.
Thanks for all your help