| Solar Battery Maintainer [message #370297] |
Sat, 06 August 2022 11:41  |
Carl S.
Messages: 4186
Registered: January 2009
Location: Tucson, AZ.
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Since I switched my house batteries to Battle Born LiFePo4 batteries, I had to remove my combiner, which kept my chassis battery topped off from my solar panels. This means that the chassis battery discharges slowly due to parasitic draws on it. I guess I could just disconnect it when I am not using the coach for a while, but I'm thinking a solar battery maintainer would be a better bet.
In researching the options, I see they come in sizes anywhere from a few watts to 20+ watts with MPPT controllers etc. Prices vary accordingly. The question is, how many watts should I be looking at in order to keep the battery topped off? Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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