I'd like to maintain my truck and 2 motorcycle batteries. If i run them in parallel will it charge/maintain all 3?
1889033
yes; but just remember this unit is just a trickle charge. It will keep it up, but real slow. Also make sure your batteries are topped off with distilled water.
1889034
I use this on my 1996 Mustang GT to overcome a slow and unable to diagnose electrical drain. I keep it plugged in at all times. I'm not sure if it will charge all 3 of your batteries at once. I think you could do both motorcycle batteries off one of the smaller panels, maybe the next size down. I no longer have battery problems with this plugged in. I tried a smaller panel (3 or 5 watts) on my car before buying this but it did not always offset the drain. I hope this information is helpful to you. Tricia (daughter of a true car buff)
1889035
I just called Deltran (the company that makes these) and they said it is not intended to charge more than one battery because the charging circuit will only detect the charge condition of the first battery it is connected to, and so any other battery connected in parallel may not get fully charged.
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i am sure it would but this unit really does not put out alot of power. i honestly dont even use mine anymore i use the plug in type battery tender that has multiple ports. i keep both my trucks and both of my harleys maintained with it i accidently left the lights on in my old truck and i could have easily jumped it but i wanted to see how long the solar charger would take to charge the battery full. by the end of week 1 nothing by the end of week 2 it would barely turn over that is when i gave up it might be good for just maintaining but if any of your batteries need charged i would not get the solar. i am sure it would but this unit really does not put out alot of power. i honestly dont even use mine anymore i use the plug in type battery tender that has multiple ports. i keep both my trucks and both of my harleys maintained with it i accidently left the lights on in my old truck and i could have easily jumped it but i wanted to see how long the solar charger would take to charge the battery full. by the end of week 1 nothing by the end of week 2 it would barely turn over that is when i gave up it might be good for just maintaining but if any of your batteries need charged i would not... » Read More i am sure it would but this unit really does not put out alot of power. i honestly dont even use mine anymore i use the plug in type battery tender that has multiple ports. i keep both my trucks and both of my harleys maintained with it i accidently left the lights on in my old truck and i could have easily jumped it but i wanted to see how long the solar charger would take to charge the battery full. by the end of week 1 nothing by the end of week 2 it would barely turn over that is when i gave up it might be good for just maintaining but if any of your batteries need charged i would not get the solar. « Show Less
1889037
Try this Battery Tender 022-0148-DL-WH 12-Volt 4-Bank Battery Management System
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It shouldn't matter, since they are in parallel. I have an eight-battery, parallel setup in which I connected it to the last one in line, because it is the closest to my control panel.
1550035
Yes. Each (+ / -) are connected to their own "T-Branch Connector) So each T-Branch will be the dedicated + & - to follow thru to your charger controller. Then to your battery or bank. :-). All in series. 12volt design.
1988786
Yes, I have a motorcycle battery, it is always fully charged. Just clips onto terminals. It is hooked up to a meter and works right up till sun sets.
1825693
I have no idea, Just keep your auto running and I'm sure you wont run down your battery in your truck. My camper battery is a deep cycle. This is what I use.
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Actually, I keep 4 charged, 2 are parallel wired joined by switch for engine/accessories and two separate for 24 volt trolling motor. Works great!
1615007
Sure, you can use more than one 12v battery, but the multiple batteries must be wired in parallel, NOT series. "Parallel" means like terminals (+/-) must be wired together. You should consult an electrician if you aren't sure how to do this. I'm not sure about charging capacity - I suspect it will take longer to re-charge multiple batteries. You may want to ask Tripp Lite about that.
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The Traxxas Rustler is not made to run two batteries in parallel or in series. However if you want to get longer run time you can purchase an extended battery with a higher mah rating
1248960
I have a larger battery in my truck and this item will not keep it charged at all times. The charge is too weak. I doubt it can keep up as an on the go charger with 2 batteries......
557188
Yes, this charger should be able to charge and maintain 4 of almost any size battery. If they are all discharged it may take quite some time to bring them to 100% as it will only run 1.1 amp per line when 4 batteries are connected.
1995204
I charge 2 6v lead-acid batteries (in series) with it for RV - have had no trouble. This link gives the various charge rates and protections. Not sure how the controller would handle 1 bad battery of 3 wired parallel. http://www.directdepot.net/manuals/Go_Power_MAN_GP-PSK_80.pdf
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Just one fuse to the second battery (+) to your unit. My second battery is hooked to two hidden cameras. (Vandals in my block) so the battery runs 24/7. it'll charge as you drive your car. Hope this helped. DP in NY
1723118
Just buy one big alternator I only used one and it charged all my batteries an ran all my amps .. Yea one big alternator is good don't waste ur money on two..
1855640
Yes, you can connect ten batteries in parallel.It's important that all the batteries be of the same type and condition if possible. This improves both the safety and performance of the battery bank.
1765986
Yes,if you hook up two 6 volt batteries in series you will double the voltage to 12 volts and keep the amperage the same. + to - and -to +. Connecting the same batteries in parallel + to + and - to - gives you 6 volts but doubles the amperage. So if you connect them in series the 12 volts will be charged with any 12 volt charger. Sorry for the lengthy explanation but I wanted it to be clear. Good luck.
999224
It should trickel charge both. It will not charge if one of the batteries is dead. I use it on my 2 boats and a jet ski, but they all have one battery.
707442
No... it will blow the 3 Amp fuse right away. You could connect it and just let it sit and it will charge the battery but don't try cranking the motorcycle while connected. It would most likely draw more than the 3-Amp fuse.