Recommended Battery For Current Inverter & Solar Panel Setup
Question:
Thanks for the info. I have a progressive dynamics pd4060k.
asked by: Joe H
Expert Reply:
The Go Power Lithium RV Battery, # 34282740 is a great choice and yes there is a statement of charge current having a recommended 50 amps with a max of 100 amps. However, please be aware that your Class C, like most campers, is a 30 amp service input from shore power/generator in the form of alternating current (AC). When talking about shore power, primarily from the power pedestals at campsites, there is typically an option of either 50 amp or 30 amp AC power. For some of us, I am including myself, it needs to be remembered that when talking amps there is a change from the 30 amp 120VAC input at the pedestal, to the 12VDC conversion then available from the distribution panel. The amps rating available increases greatly when converting from your AC power inlet to 12VDC and your RV's charger for the battery bank is converting that AC input to DC through the converter/charger. You will most likely have no issue with getting enough amperage to meet demands. However, please verify the settings before you install a lithium chemistry battery. If you can identify what manufacturer and model you have let me know and I will look up the specs.
There will be no issue changing from lead acid chemistry to lithium with your solar panels and inverter. It is the power that matters not the chemistry in the battery that stores it.
What I like about the Go Power Lithium RV Battery, # 34282740, is the built-in battery management system (BMS). This keeps the battery from operating outside of its safety margins and helps to optimize charging from solar controllers and onboard converter chargers. A battery bank with a full 250 usable AH is a good size for a Class C. And this provides it in one battery instead of having to wire multiples together to reach a good size bank for boondocking.
Products Referenced in This Question
Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger - Dual Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 25 Amp
- Battery Charger
- Battery Charger
- RV/Camper
- Trailer
- 75 Ah
- 200 Ah
- Charges/Maintains
- 12V
- Solar Panels to Auxiliary Battery
- Vehicle Battery to Auxiliary Battery
- Redarc
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Progressive Dynamics 4000 Series RV Converter w/ Charge Wizard and AC/DC Distribution Panel - 60 Amp
- RV Converters
- Smart Charge
- Standard Charge
- 10-3/4L x 7-1/4T Inch
- 12V
- 60 Amps
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- Lithium
- Progressive Dynamics
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Joe H.
10/13/2021
Thanks for the info. I have a progressive dynamics pd4060k.