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That's what we do with the electric wheelchair (also 24V). In an emergency, I have given it a partial charge while stationary, but as the wheelchair is 2 x 56AH & the M/H is only 2 x 95AH, a full charge isn't a good idea! (although 200W of solar helps on a sunny day).Does anyone use an inverter whilst on the move?
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Does anyone use an inverter whilst on the move? Ta
Didn't realise it would be from the leisure battery though, could someone tell me why that is. TIA.
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You need at least a 500 W inverter advisable to run inverters at a max of 80% of their capacity also a 300w would probably trip out with the surge when you connect the charger.Thanks for your replies. Thought that I would have to do it that way. I believe that the charger draws about 1.2 amps, so assume that would be about 288w, so a 300w inverter appears to be the one?
Didn't realise it would be from the leisure battery though, could someone tell me why that is. TIA.
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If you are only going to use the inverter to charge the scooter & if you are only ever going to use it while on the move, then you could wire it to the starter battery. Otherwise, as Brian says, you are in danger of flattening the battery & not being able to start the engine. If you do connect it to the starter battery, it's even more important that you turn it off if you stop & go for a coffee.Didn't realise it would be from the leisure battery though, could someone tell me why that is.
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that circuit will take more than a little work to get right and produce a lot of heatOne of these set to 27v or 28v output would be an ideal solution. Quiescent draw 15mA.
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Afraid I'm short of space!!Could always get a genny.
Thanks for all these replies. Certainly given me some options to consider. Only running a small van, a Autocruise Rhythm and carry the scooter on a rear mounted platform. The battery pack is easily removed and usually charges within an hour, with it's mains charger. Thanks again
Ah but..... the 2 x 12v batteries are in series, in the pack, which is not easy to access.If the battery pack is easily removed for charging as our Auto-go ones are, then without doubt if it was me I would go down the 12volt-24volt route, just remove your battery pack and plug in whilst driving.
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Ah but..... the 2 x 12v batteries are in series, in the pack, which is not easy to access.
Yes, I saw your link, and would like to keep it simple. I am no electrician but was worried that 24v will not charge the batteries as they are around 25.4v when fully charged. however if this is something that you have used, and works well, then i'll probably go for it. ThanksI know that, exactly the same as mine. I put you a link up earlier of a 12 volt in, 24 volt out charger. Keep it simple, all you do is take the battery pack off the scooter and plug it into the cigarette lighter socket.
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