Recommended Replacement For A MagneTek 6345A Power Center Converter

Question:

Hi, I am a certified RV tech restoring a 1998 Chinook Concourse. It has the original MagneTek 6345A 45amp power station and the converter works but it is noisy. Can the converter section be replaced with the Progressive Dynamics PD 4045CSV? Another option might be the Mighty Mini AC/DC panel PD 4045KA if the above converter does not retrofit. Also, I am going to change to LiFePO4 batteries later this year. Will both these two components charge lithium batteries. Are either of them 2 stage lithium battery chargers fully charge the lithium battery to 14.4V to 14.6V, then down to 13.6V? It appears I can use them for the current lead acid batteries and then switch the converter to the lithium battery mode. Is that the case? Thanks for your help!

asked by: David B

Expert Reply:

Hey David,

The correct fitting replacement converter cross-section for your MagneTek 6345A would be the Replacement Converter for Parallax/Magnetek or WFCO RV Power Centers - 45 Amp # PD4645V. This converter section is now compatible with flooded lead acid, AGM, lithium, and gel batteries.

On the control board there's a small black jumper that will need to be in the LI position to properly charge your lithium batteries.

expert reply by: Kevin C

PD4645 Lithium Jumper
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Jeff

11/25/2024

the one you said is not compatible video save it is pd4665v ???????

Kevin C.

11/26/2024

@Jeff The MagneTek 6345A is rated for 45 amps and so is the # PD4645V. The # PD4645V has also been confirmed to fit the same space as the original converter by Progressive Dynamics. I don't know what video you were watching but the # PD4645V would be the correct replacement and the PD4665V doesn't exist. Progressive currently only offers a 35 amp, 45 amp, and 55 amp version of their 4600 series replacement converter sections.

Jeff

11/26/2024

@KevinC yes i my typing was wrong its was your numbers the video was your guy installation video just under your numbers and i clicked on add to cart it was in there said works with lith batterys

Kevin C.

11/26/2024

@Jeff Okay, I get what you're saying now. Earlier this year Progressive Dynamics updated the # PD4645V to be compatible with lithium. I'll update the answer above to reflect that change.