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Recharge time for RV batteries

I need help sizing a system for my RV. I have a Honda 2000i generator that is rated at 2000w peak and 1600w running, 120VAC, 13.3A.

I am considering putting a couple of these lithium batteries in the RV and need to know approx how long it will take to replenish 100Ah on a daily basis using my generator and a Victron MultiPlus 2000VA inverter/charger.

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Oops, I forgot the include the link to the batteries I am considering.
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Justin Cook answered ·

It's just math (volts x amps = watts). 12A x 120v is 1440w going in to the Multi.


Your MultiPlus 2000 has a maximum charge current of 80A. 80A x 14.4v (general charge voltage of a 12vNom system) is 1152w. So, as you can see, setting a 12A input current limit will not limit the charge current out, since 12A at 120v is still more wattage than 80A at 14.4v out.

To get a more thorough understanding of the basic fundamental calculations and physics of AC and DC electrical, Victron's free book "Wiring Unlimited" is a phenomenal resource: https://www.victronenergy.com/media/pg/The_Wiring_Unlimited_book/en/index-en.html

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