Are Generators Compatible With RV Converters

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I have a cheap Champion generator, will this unit run off the dirtyinch power it produces?

asked by: Chad

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Expert Reply:

Yes a generator will work with the Go Power RV Converter and Smart Battery Charger - 12V - 35 Amp Item # 34266167 but you will want to make sure the generator has enough wattage to power everything you have running off of the converter.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Answer 1

Yes, you can replace and upgrade your 30 amp converter with the 35 amp Go Power RV Converter and Smart Battery Charger #34266167. The 35 amps is its max output current so it will work for you as a replacement; I have added a link below to the manual…

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Answer 2

While lithium battery chargers like the Progressive Dynamics #PD9145ALV do charge at a slightly higher voltage than standard batteries you can still use your TV while the battery is being charged since the voltage isn't that high.

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Answer 3

While we have no way of knowing what converter is in a Dutchmen Adirondack trailer, you can use the following: - Progressive Dynamics 9300 Series RV Converter Charger #PD49RR

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Answer 4

I don't have a fool proof way of selecting the proper charge converter amperage rating because it is not based solely off the battery capacity but rather this combined with the load the trailer uses. Therefore, the best option would be to go with…

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Answer 5

While we don't currently offer the PD9140 we do carry the 45 amp versions with part #PD9245C for lead acid batteries and part #PD9145ALV for lithium batteries. Since these are rated for 45 amps you will most likely need to increase the gauge of…

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Answer 6

No, the Progressive Dynamics Inteli-Power RV Converter and Battery Charger #PD9145ALV is only designed to convert AC current to DC current to charge the battery. What you're looking for is the Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and…

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Answer 7

The Progressive Dynamics Inteli-Power RV Converter and Battery Charger - Lithium - 12V - 45 Amps Item #PD9145ALV will work just fine to charge your batteries however, if you are connecting your batteries in parallel it will take twice as long to…

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Answer 8

The correct charger is going to depend on the size of your trailer's battery bank. The charger amperage should be at minimum 10% of the battery bank but you can go with a higher amperage converter as long as you increase the wire gauge to the…

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Answer 9

When you move up to a larger amperage converter you just need to ensure that your wiring is the correct gauge to support the higher amperage. Since you're only going from 40 to 45 amps you're more than likely fine. The next important step is…

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Answer 10

If your battery has a max current of 45 amps then yes, the Go Power Smart Battery Converter Charger #34266168 can be used for your application. My contact at Go Power said that this charger wouldn't be compatible with their batteries as they are…

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Answer 11

Yes, the Progressive Dynamics Inteli-Power RV Converters like part #PD9130LV must be grounded to the chassis which you can see from the photo below which was pulled from the installation instructions.

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Answer 12

We do have a 30 amp, 12 volt power converter, including one that can be used for either lithium or non-lithium batteries: - Progressive Dynamics 9300 Series RV Converter Charger - 12V - 30A #PD49RR

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