Converter/Charger?

[The R/C Man]

Just wondering what brand converter/charger people are using. This one was brought up in the past.. http://www.batterymart.com/p-battery-te ... arger.html

[The R/C Man]

Maybe I should elaborate a bit.... So the plan is to use a coule 12v batteries to run the LED lighting on my tear drop and some other things such as the vent fan. That particular charger is rated for 5 amps which I think I would be hard pressed to reach. My camper also has a small window air conditioner and refridgerator for longer trips where I can plug into A/C.

As a side question: would it be better to have a couple 6v deep cycle batteries as opposed to 12v batteries for longer run times?

[dh]

Personally, I would just look around and see what you get for how much. A lot use the WFCO, I was looking at the mighty mini myself, but found a nice used Elixer for about half the price.

[Cliffmeister2000]

Greg, I have the same one you have. Works great for me.

[TPMcGinty]

I have this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RV-trailer-American-2000-POWER-CONVERTER-12-volt-NEW-/370400215002?pt=Motors_RV_Trailer_Camper_Parts_Accessories

It works great!

[Nobody]

I have this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RV-trailer-American-2000-POWER-CONVERTER-12-volt-NEW-/370400215002?pt=Motors_RV_Trailer_Camper_Parts_Accessories

It works great!

Yep, me too. Several of us here have used this one. I installed mine in 2006, & 12K+ miles later, no problems of any kind. Dunno if it has what they call a 'smart charger' but it keeps my battery charged when I have elect hookups, & provides 12vdc for stereo, all lighting, & 12v outlets whether using battery or 'shore' power. Has up to 5 (6?) 12vdc circuits & space for 4 115vac breakers. Wiring/hookup instructions that come with it ain't the best or clearest but it ain't that hard to do & enough here have done it that you can get pretty good help if needed I placed mine in the galley right next to the shore power connection but you can put it nearly anywhere it'll be protected.

[Rusty drop]

hello,, i'm in the process of wiring my td and would like to know if:
when not plugged the 120 cord to the wall, does this inverts the power from the battery to 120v ac?
thanks

[Shadow Catcher]

We have the Progressive Dynamics power center http://www.progressivedyn.com/all_in_one_pd4000.html
There is a Xantrex converter/inverter 3000 Watt but they come very dear at about $1000 dollars or more.

[Rusty drop]

,,, I'll keep my original plans of Battery, charger and inverter..
thanks, now I need my pill for the hi blood pressure...

[TPMcGinty]

hello,, i'm in the process of wiring my td and would like to know if:
when not plugged the 120 cord to the wall, does this inverts the power from the battery to 120v ac?
thanks

My converter only converts AC to DC and charges the battery. You need an inverter to convert DC to AC. Hope this helps.

[absolutsnwbrdr]

I have the charger/converter that's in the first post - 12v/5A Battery Tender Plus. That's what powers my onboard lights and fan when I'm plugged in to the campground .... I have minimal 12vdc items, so the 5A from the charger is more than enough. I don't even have a battery yet, so the charger is working strictly as a converter (12vDC to 120vAC) right now.

Since I don't have a trailer battery yet, If I'm not able to plug into campground power, I just have power wires run from my tow vehicle that I use for my onboard lights and fan.

Also, If I cant plug into a campground and need AC power for a small radio or to charge my laptop, then I have a $35 400W Black & Decker Power Inverter (12vDC to 120vAC) that I just hook up directly to the tow vehicle battery and run an extension cord to wherever I need it.

That 400W inverter also has a battery drain protection circuit, so that if the battery drops below a certain point, it will kill the power.