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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
I assume that there will be differences in the equipment needed to charge these batteries: can you explain some of what those different requirements for charging might be?
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The press release mentions two ways of charging batteries, which is typical of these systems. There is an inverter/charger which can charge when there is 115V AC power from either shore or generator, and also from a 280-Amp alternator. Some solar may be included also.
They mention using on Class B, so I expect it should be similar to Xantrex system. It’s a watered-down version of the 48-Volt Volta system.
It will be interesting to see if Thor keeps generator (which I doubt) or if they replace it with this lithium battery system.
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Originally Posted by Press Release
Supporting the Li-Ion batteries is an integrated power conversion system that is designed to provide power over long periods – even in off-grid applications. The Mastervolt CombiMaster inverter/charger provides a pure sine AC power source to operate all sensitive electronics on the coach. At the same time, it quickly and efficiently charges the Li-Ion batteries when plugged into an AC source.
When a dedicated AC source is not available, batteries are charged via a 280A alternator and Alpha Pro III regulator.
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