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Originally Posted by NH_Bulldog
Most people that use a generator to charge their batteries mid-stay also don’t realize that they could do it quicker by directly connecting a stand-alone charger to the batteries instead of running it through the converter if all they really want to accomplish is to top of the battery.
I have a quiet inverter generator, but have rarely had to use it mid-stay when boondocking. We can safely operate for 3-4 days off battery power (no solar) before reaching a point where the batteries need a boost.
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That would depend on the size of the stand alone charger. Many of these RVs have 35 up to 55 amp converter/chargers, and unless you are using a lot of the amperage that the converter/charger is putting out, for other 12V stuff, the converter/charger will probably do it quicker. On the other hand, if you have a giant stand alone charger that puts out 50...60...100 amps, you might have a valid point. I wouldn't even consider hauling that around though or having to run a heavier 120V circuit to feed it.