Will Trailer Lithium Battery Pull More Power Through 12V Pin on Truck 7-Way
Question:
I am wondering if upgrading to a lithium compatible battery charger in my trailer how this will effect my trailer connector and truck alternator. I was not able to find anything in the manual about the connector. I know it seems to trickle charge our AGMs when towing but if I switch to lithium will there be any impact? Where is this controller for the trailer connector anyway? Is it part of the WF8955? Thanks!
asked by: Yona B
Expert Reply:
When you charge your battery bank using the 12V power from your tow vehicle 7-Way it's going to be a trickle charge whether you have standard or Lithium batteries.
If you want your tow vehicle to actually charge your Lithium battery then you need a whole different setup like the Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger # 331-BCDC1225D designed for battery banks rated for 75 amp-hours - 200 amp-hours. This system uses a completely different wiring connector for 12V power so you can be confident they can handle the higher rate of power coming through the connectors.
We actually have a whole kit as part # e79ZR which comes with all of the wiring and connectors you need to complete this installation.
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