I have an RV with 4 6 volt batteries hooked up in series for 12 Volt and then in parallel to double their capacity. Can I use it on my system?
1736497
Yes, connect the red positive eyelet to the positive terminal on one 6 volt battery and the black negative eyelet to the 6 volt battery which it is connected in series. Do the same for the other two series connected 6 volt batteries.
1736498
We recommend using two PP-12-L units when you are using larger 6 volt batteries in a series parallel connection. We suggest placing one on each of your series connection. When you are using one unit, it will cover the two batteries well but as the pulse wave goes out, the wave diffuses. It is like throwing a rock in a pond and as the waves go out they diffuse. But if you throw two rocks in the pond on each side, the waves cover the pond equally and quicker. You will want to create equal resistance levels in the batteries as they are desulfated. If you have any questions, feel free to contact one of our technicians at 866-668-3163. We recommend using two PP-12-L units when you are using larger 6 volt batteries in a series parallel connection. We suggest placing one on each of your series connection. When you are using one unit, it will cover the two batteries well but as the pulse wave goes out, the wave diffuses. It is like throwing a rock in a pond and as the waves go out they diffuse. But if you throw two rocks in the pond on each side, the waves cover the pond equally and quicker. You will want to create equal resistance levels in the batteries as they are desulfated. If you have any questions, feel free to... » Read More We recommend using two PP-12-L units when you are using larger 6 volt batteries in a series parallel connection. We suggest placing one on each of your series connection. When you are using one unit, it will cover the two batteries well but as the pulse wave goes out, the wave diffuses. It is like throwing a rock in a pond and as the waves go out they diffuse. But if you throw two rocks in the pond on each side, the waves cover the pond equally and quicker. You will want to create equal resistance levels in the batteries as they are desulfated. If you have any questions, feel free to contact one of our technicians at 866-668-3163. « Show Less
966783
Yes you can, as long the battery have enough 10.8 to 12.5 Volt, the better cables size is #2 gauge. The thick cable can deliver good power to appliance. Good luck
287861
Absolutely, if you wire up the appropriate 12V battery with the current capacity you need for the target runtime. It would be a relatively trivial hack to do if you want to, but is it designed to do so? No.
1615008
Yes: you can hook up as many 12v batteries as you like. We have many of these with up to 4 batteries connected. IMPORTANT: If using 12v batteries, just be sure you hook them up in parallel, not series!!
650427
If the rv is a 12 volt system then yes. The batteries would be connected in a parallel configuration .you can tell if this is correct by looking at the battery terminals. If the positive+ is connected from one battery to the + of the other battery then the system is most likely a 12v system. But if the + of one battery is connected to the - of the other battery the batteries are connected in series making the system 24v in that case the charger could only charge one battery at a time
1995203
I charge 2 6v lead-acid batteries (in series) with it for RV - have had no trouble. This link gives the various charge rates and protections. Not sure how the controller would handle 1 bad battery of 3 wired parallel.http://www.directdepot.net/manuals/Go_Power_MAN_GP-PSK_80.pdf
31410
Assuming both batteries you're hooking up in series are 6 volt and of equal capacity and condition then yes, they should charge just fine with a single 12V controller. However, keep in mind that mismatching the two batteries in respect to capacity or condition can dramatically limit the overall charging capacity and run time of the entire string.
1995204
I charge 2 6v lead-acid batteries (in series) with it for RV - have had no trouble. This link gives the various charge rates and protections. Not sure how the controller would handle 1 bad battery of 3 wired parallel. http://www.directdepot.net/manuals/Go_Power_MAN_GP-PSK_80.pdf
1233768
Dont know if i understand your question. But it doesn't sound like it would work because one 12v panel wont charge 24v battery unless you connect two 12v panels in series.
796341
No, a dual 6 volt setup won't work. These put out about 30 volts in straight sun, so you will have to have at least two 12 volt batteries in series. It would be even better if you had the two 12 volts as well as a big 6 volt (a large battery like you would use on a tractor - something with big amps.) in a series. Hope that helps.
1500968
Read the product descriptions and choose the one you need for your particular battery(s). There is a model for 12v and a model for 6v battery systems. It is a true labor saver for multi battery systems.
267890
I used it on my 6 volt house batteries in my motorhome. I have 4 and it works great.
985545
yes that is what I do in my boat for 2 rv batteries and it works great. make sure and get the power regulator so you don't over charge your batteries.
893233
You can try it, and it should work, the unit has a input side for 48 volts and an out put side delivering a reduced 12 volts, I would not think the unit cares or could determine that the 48 volts was from a charger or 8 or 12 volt batteries in series. I am running all me 12 volt items,lights, horn,radio.
138835
You would not want to use a "car battery", you should use a deep cycle battery often used in RVs. If you are considering the 3000 watt unit, you would need more batteries to sustain the load for an extended period of time. I use 4 deep cycle 6 volt batteries in a series/parallel configuration in my RV for providing power without being plugged or running the generator. As mentioned in other comments you will need to keep the battery charged until you need it.
1626067
you can connect it in parallel (+ to +, - to -) for double the capacity at 12 volts or in series (- on one battery connected to + on the other battery) with the output being 24 volts. I used a small insulated wires with crimped male and female connectors you can get at just about anywhere such as auto parts to Walmart, Home Depot, Amazon etc. Just be careful to have tight connectors without any paths causing a short or ground. Good Luck!
959252
as long as you have a total of 48 volts- 4 x 12volt or 8 x 6 volt batteries wired in series