I have created this thread to see how one might achieve additional battery life
by monitoring Temperature given it does impact conventional battery charging and performance.
From what I have learned that only TempAssure & Renogy Solar Controllers along with some Power Centers come with the temperature probes needed.
In my case, I have Progressive Dynamics PD9200
https://www.progressivedyn.com/pd9200-converter/
While it does not come with an option to add a temperature probe, and I have no intentions of replacing my perfectly fine Charge Wizard; it does come with an option to allow me to add a Remote Pendant.
https://www.progressivedyn.com/rv/ch...emote-pendant/
The Converter Status Remote Pendant shows the charger/converter operating mode and allows for manual mode selection effectively giving me will give me the power to manually adjust the charging state (rate).
So given the 4 charging modes, what would be a good rule of thumb range for me to watch out for to ensure my charger if on; will not be charging to high or too low?
Currently, the Progressive Dynamics Charge Wizard reads battery voltage and battery usage; then selects one of the following four operating modes to properly charge and maintain the battery.
BOOST Mode 14.4 Volts – Rapidly brings the RV battery up to 90% of full charge.
NORMAL Mode 13.6 Volts – Safely completes the charge.
STORAGE Mode 13.2 Volts – Maintains charge with minimal gassing or water loss.
EQUALIZATION Mode 14.4 Volts – Every 21 hours for a period of 15 minutes prevents battery stratification & sulfation – the leading cause of battery failure.
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