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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-08-2021, 07:39 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
Just some notes: There are many similarities...

Just some notes:

There are many similarities (operational and specification) between these Renogy unit and Dometic's Perfectpower line: ...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-08-2021, 07:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
I was guessing at the ability to charge a low...

I was guessing at the ability to charge a low chassis battery via the genset as there is a path shown in the schematic. It has to go through the solenoid so there needs to be enough voltage to drive...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2021, 10:55 PM
Replies: 53
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Posted By markopolo
Yes, LC could be controlled through a dash...

Yes, LC could be controlled through a dash switch. It just needs to see +12V to activate as far as I know.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2021, 10:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
With adequately sized wiring, Renogy 40A would...

With adequately sized wiring, Renogy 40A would need more than 50A fuse on the input. Manual indicates 60A. 50A on output is OK.

It takes a long time to charge lead acid batteries.

Do you...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2021, 10:25 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
Just an update about the Renogy units. ...

Just an update about the Renogy units.



In the current manual, the LC connect current limiting is listed as 50% for all three models now.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2021, 09:21 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
I don't have that info but it's probably 180A. I...

I don't have that info but it's probably 180A. I looked through some older forum posts and it looks like the 220A option came after 2015.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2021, 08:59 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
For the 2015 Travato: -SOLENOID-SEALED...

For the 2015 Travato:
-SOLENOID-SEALED 8188-01-000 - 100 Amp continuous, 500 Amp intermittent
-CABLE ASM-STARTER (RED) 185087-01-063 - 1 Gauge battery cable - 150 amp
-CABLE ASM-COACH BATTERY...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 04-07-2021, 08:21 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
If it were my coach, I wouldn't change any of...

If it were my coach, I wouldn't change any of what is in the images you posted. The setup lets you start the generator from house batteries and the generator could be used to charge a low chassis...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-11-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
The Renogy unit's output voltage is controlled...

The Renogy unit's output voltage is controlled via its DIP switches. A few examples:

S5 - On
S1 - Off
S2 - On
S3 - Off
S4 - On
14.1V Absorption, 13.5V Float

S5 - off
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-09-2021, 10:47 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
Two control modules would be needed for differing...

Two control modules would be needed for differing voltage triggers so as to get the greatest automatic control. It depends on what you want to do and the capacity of the Renogy unit as there likely...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 02-08-2021, 07:05 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
I recall that it's signal input like the D+...

I recall that it's signal input like the D+ connection so +12V. You might be interested in this topic - https://www.classbforum.com/forums/f23/renogy-60a-dc-dc-charger-in-2016-pleasureway-11572.html...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-29-2020, 02:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
Some thoughts on additional automation for these...

Some thoughts on additional automation for these units:

If the LC connection can be activated/deactivated when the unit is on then a $15 or so voltage comparative relay module could be used to...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-29-2020, 11:45 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
If in Canada the price for the 20A & 40A models...

If in Canada the price for the 20A & 40A models on Amazon.ca isn't too bad right now.

20A CDN$129.99
40A CDN$179.99
60A CDN$249.99

Looks to be taxes included & free Prime shipping.

Given...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-20-2020, 04:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
Renogy units must have a battery in the circuit.

Renogy units must have a battery in the circuit.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-20-2020, 03:50 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
The D+ connection turns it on/off. That would...

The D+ connection turns it on/off. That would typically be connected to a point that's on when the ignition is on. A switch on that would turn it off.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 09-20-2020, 03:15 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,556
Posted By markopolo
Renogy DC-DC 20/40/60A notes

Renogy DC-DC 20/40/60A notes

Just a few of things that can be easily missed when researching Renogy's DC-DC 20/40/60A chargers. It's all in the manual that you can download from Renogy. Feel...
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