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Thread: Which charger for this setup?

  1. #1
    PerfectionDtail
    The current plan I have is to install 6 of the rockford batteries in my boat for the stereo. These will be stereo alone and not hooked up to either alternator.
    Here are the battery specs for 1 battery:
    1100 Amps
    Reserve capacity: 50 Ahr
    Here are a few of my concerns. Which charger can charge all 6 overnight. Also at the same time, I can use that charger when I hook up shore power at the lake to charge the batteries at a faster rate if I only have it hooked up an hour or so. I would also like to be able to leave that charger hooked up on a trickle charge while it sits in the garage. Do they make any that can do this? If I have to run 2, are there some that will do this?
    Please be specific on models and brand names.
    Thanks for your help!

  2. #2
    ROZ
    Originally posted by PerfectionDtail
    The current plan I have is to install 6 of the rockford batteries in my boat for the stereo. These will be stereo alone and not hooked up to either alternator.
    Here are the battery specs for 1 battery:
    1100 Amps
    Reserve capacity: 50 Ahr
    Here are a few of my concerns. Which charger can charge all 6 overnight. Also at the same time, I can use that charger when I hook up shore power at the lake to charge the batteries at a faster rate if I only have it hooked up an hour or so. I would also like to be able to leave that charger hooked up on a trickle charge while it sits in the garage. Do they make any that can do this? If I have to run 2, are there some that will do this?
    Please be specific on models and brand names.
    Thanks for your help!
    If you're going through the trouble of adding 6 12v batteries that will be run totally seperate from your boat's charging system, why not go with 4 6 volt batteries... Trojans come to mind, but there are other brands available... The only downfall is that they are not gel batteries, but you'll get a heck of a lot more play time and less wiring... (vs parallel)
    I know that froggy has been beat up about this stuff before and probably won't post, but I know the system works well. PM him or ClownPuncher for the model charger they use(d).... The batteries need to be charged at the same rate of amp draw then be held at a trickle....
    Chris

  3. #3
    Lightning
    I have this setup as well, you can email or PM if you have any questions.

  4. #4
    PerfectionDtail
    Thanks for the prompt reply. I appreciate your help.

  5. #5
    PerfectionDtail
    Are you saying something like this??? It is a Concord.
    PVX-2240 6V, 224AH (24HR) SEALED AGM BAT
    List Price: $ 225.00
    Our Price: $ 165.95
    Qty:
    Product Code: CONPVX-2240
    Weight: 70.00
    Unit of Measure: EACH
    Size: L W H
    Model: PVX-2240
    Manufacturer: CONCORDE
    Category: BATTERIES:
    SEALED AGM

  6. #6
    PerfectionDtail
    Or this one???
    Trojan Storage Batteries
    L16HC with 395 Amp Hours
    High Capacity: Rated at 395 Amp*Hours for a 20 hour discharge rate.
    Specifically developed for renewable energy applications.
    Extra electrolyte reservoir reduces maintenance.
    True deep cycle construction delivers maximum reliability. Acclaimed multi-rib separators optimize product life.
    New Polyon™ case is lighter, sturdier, and safer.
    Larger than the T-105 golf cart type battery, its lead plates are twice as thick so as to withstand more abuse and last longer. Flag-style terminals allow connection of large cables. Includes handles for easy lifting. Use pairs these batteries in series for 12V configuration, sets of four for 24V and so on. Life expectancy is from 5 to 10 years, assuming 300 cycles at 80% depth of discharge. Add these sets of batteries in parallel for increased amp*hours. Each battery is rated at 395 amp*hours.
    All Trojan batteries carry a 1-year manufacturer's warranty.

  7. #7
    ROZ
    The T105 is the model I've heard tossed around...
    I'm pretty sure that this is the model that everyone has been using...

  8. #8
    Lightning
    Originally posted by ROZ
    The T105 is the model I've heard tossed around...
    I'm pretty sure that this is the model that everyone has been using...
    That is what I use, two t105's

  9. #9
    BoatFloating
    I have 4 Trojan T105'5 and use the Sears 60amp charger that's fully automatic. I used it all last year and it was flawless....
    Here is the charger http://content.sears.com/data/produc...232000-190.jpg

  10. #10
    rivercrazy
    Do you hit each battery independently with 60 amps or do you change all 4 at the same time (15 amps each)?

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