Can this be modified with an adapter to charge a 12V deep-cycle marine battery?
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I think that if the input voltage of battery is 12 V and the shapes of inlet are compatible, then you can use this solar panel directly.If the input voltage is not 12 V, the you can charge battery by car adapters.And I want to suggest that you should disconnect each other after charging battery. Because some one said that the panel discharge the battery while the sun is down.
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Instapark's website states that the 12 volt outlet can be used for charging 12 volt batteries. I haven't personally tried it so I cannot speak from experience.
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Absolutely. However, you will need a controller as the voltage of this unit can hit upwards of 18v. A controller will also prevent backdrain if left connected after sunset. They run from $15 to $50 dollars, depending on manufacturer, quality, features etc. Just do a search for solar controller here on Amazon and you'll see many choices. For a marine application, you'll likely want a waterproof one so keep that in mind.
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I am charging 4 deep cycle marine batteries with no problems using this charge controller. So with your use it should work fine.
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I've got a 12volt everlast marine battery. Seemed a little big for my pontoon but it works just fine. Don't have a fish finder yet but depending on the size of boat your using I'm sure connecting it to the battery wouldn't hurt. That's what I plan on doing.
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Yep, you should be able to hook them up to two 12 volt batteries permanently as the wires are set that way. I didn't have room to mount the charger in the boat so I bought some battery clamps for the end of the wires that hook to the batteries and charge them that way. When the batteries are fully charged, I pull the clamps, unplug the charger, and store the charger away. I like this better as I can see when the batteries are fully charged and not have the charger continuing to trickle charge the battery. Although, they say that is ok. So far, this charge works great!!
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Sorry no you can not I have it connected to a marine battery then an inverter
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Should work just fine, but you won't get the time you would from a deep discharge marine battery. 200 watts is only about 2 amps draw at 110 volts and probably about 15 amps from a 12 volt battery.
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No I do not believe so - I use mine on my boat with 4 - 12 volt batteries and it works great -- 6 volt batteries should require less amperage. So it should be more than sufficient. Bill G
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probably will. Pumps are high inductive loads that pull a lot of power to start up. You might also consider a 12 volt bilge pump connected directly to the marine battery. Will require a bit of plumbing, but more energy efficient since you don't have to convert voltage. Also, you could set up the bilge pump with it's own float switch so it comes on automatically.What if you are not home when the power goes out? Who will move the plug for the 120 Volt bilge pump from the wall to the inverter?
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I've used it for two 12V batteries that power the electric motor in my boat.
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Sorry not familiar with the charging of deep cycle batteries. Of course this can be used as it has a very gentile charging cycle. Spikes never got over 12.6 volts. That being said this charger charges more like a 1/2 or ever 1/4 amp charger it is very slow. However if your just going to hook it up and come back a month later it is a great charger. I can not remember if this model had temperature adjustments just something to keep in mind depending on your needs
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I use it on a 12v battery on my sailboat and it works great. Every time I use my boat, the battery is fully charged. Doesn't need a regulator. Everything you need comes with it.
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unless you change the crimp on ends this battery charger it will only fit marine batteries and side post batteries, not top mount post.
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Well yea, use a battery charger , or a deep cycle charger with a max of 35 amp .Most deep cycle batteries use a slow charge rate anyway which is a lower amp charger.Just keep the amp below 30 to 35 amp @ 12 volt. This is not a 24 or more system charger.
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i'm not sure...it's just a regular plug-in 120v...you may need to contact Marineland company for specifics!! Sorry!!
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I'm not a battery or marine expert, but I really don't see an issue. This is a great little battery, and the only issue I've been told is to keep it charged above 8v. I used mine on a custom 1975 Honda CB200. This little battery cranks it.
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Hi ThereI run the inverter off of a 27D size 12 volt battery on my boat that is charged from a 120 amp alternator off of the motor.
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I believe so. I have it charging a deep cycle 12v marine battery (car sized battery) and it does quite well. I use a charge controller as well to maintain that charge when not in use.