Converter charger changes AC shore power to DC power to run 12V loads and charge your lithium RV batteries at the campground. Optimizes power output by utilizing a custom lithium charging profile that ensures a complete charge.
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This converter charger converts AC shore power into DC power and charges your battery bank. The converter uses a high voltage output to provide the proper charging profile for lithium batteries. If your RV already has a stock converter charger, it will need to be removed to ensure this unit operates properly.
Built for lithium batteries, this unit uses a higher output voltage than a typical converter charger, which provides a fast, complete charge. The built-in Charge Wizard provides 2-stage charging. It starts with a constant 14.6V, then drops to 13.6V after the battery is fully charged. The charger also extends battery life since it utilizes the appropriate charging profile. Additionally, it's compatible with your battery's internal Battery Management System (BMS), which helps manage charging by monitoring the battery state and balancing cell voltage.
If your battery bank requires a higher amperage or voltage to charge properly, you can connect identical converter chargers together to accommodate your setup. With parallel wiring, you can increase the charging current which is useful for high-capacity battery banks. Conversely, you can wire them in series, which increases the voltage so you can charge 24V, 36V, or 48V systems.
The system includes a number of safety features. It has a reverse polarity protection that will protect the converter if the battery is hooked up incorrectly. It has short circuit protection as well, which limits the current and reduces the output until the short has been fixed. Additionally, the converter will shut down if there is excessive voltage. The built-in cooling fan also removes excess heat from the unit and only operates during high loads.
The converter mounts horizontally inside your RV in a dry location with ventilation. However, as long as the unit has sufficient ventilation, it can also be mounted vertically. The mounting hardware is not included.
The DC output terminals wire to the battery bank. The AC in cord plugs into a 120V 3-wire grounded outlet.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (898 Customer Reviews)
Converter charger changes AC shore power to DC power to run 12V loads and charge your lithium RV batteries at the campground. Optimizes power output by utilizing a custom lithium charging profile that ensures a complete charge.
We utilized the Progressive Dynamics Inteli-Power RV Converter and lithium Battery Charger as part of our lead acid to Lithium upgrade for our Aliner RV. We had several manufacturers to choose from but are very pleased with our decision to go with this product. It’s performance remains steadfast after the first year in service, its quiet, efficient, reliable and perhaps best of all MADE IN AMERICA! The multi stage smart charging g work flawlessly with our Lithium battery system. 100% recommendations from this satisfied us timer!
Excellent customer service from pre-purchase to delivery. Jon assisted me with my product selection and the questions I needed answered prior to purchasing. The product seems to be high quality, it was received in just a few days, and works very well. The thing I valued most about making this purchase was the customer service. I haven’t dealt with a business in many years, if ever, that had the high level of customer service and support as you do. Thank you so much! Highly recommend!
Installed and working well in my RV. The only CON is that it doesn't put out the full rated 30 Amps for very long. I fully drained my new SOK 100Ah LiFePO battery and ran a full charge cycle. I got 30 Amps for the first 20% but it dropped off steadily after that. I was hoping to get a full charge in 4hrs or less but it took almost 8Hrs for a full 100Ah charge. If you are going to charge more than a 100Ah lithium battery, I recommend a 50 Amp charger instead.
Now for the install:
It was no easy task to retrofit this charger into my RV (trailer). Not that this is the product's fault. The specified dimensions were correct so I knew how it would fit. I installed this into a power distribution panel that was a bit too small so I had to do some cutting to make it fit! Had to cut out part of the back of the power panel and had to trim the mounting flange on one side of the charger. The attached photos show the power supply installed in the power panel (WFCO Model# WF-8955PEC).
I always get my battery chargers manufactured by Progessive Dynamics ( no matter what battery tech I use). Never had a failure in 10 plus years!
Simple to use and hook up. No cheap plastic. Seems commercial grade. I really like that. Charged my LiFEPO4 Battle Born quickly.
Richard - 04/26/2022The version I bought is a one stage charger, puts out only 14.6v, which is not good for lithium batteries over extended periods. I ended up selling mine, and going back to my old PD9145 with a pendant. I understand that units mfg after Sept 21 are two stage chargers, so these would be a good choice.
I am extremely pleased with both the product and the service I received. I was even able to take advantage of their price-match guarantee so I was not only able to enjoy excellent service but at the best price anywhere.
These guys are great. They are really on the ball. You order something and the next thing you know it has been shipped. I think they are my new go to for rv parts
I am switching to lithium batteries and this is to replace my current converter. The PD 9100 series is well built and I am sure it will work well. I'll update after this is installed.
Looks like a great product for charging lithium batteries, especially at such a reasonable price. Great service from etrailer.
Ordered it got it a day early installed in 10 minutes and it works. The simple things make me happy.
Works as advertised.
Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
Excellent! I've been using two PD 9270 units in my two Vanagons for over 15 years. So when I switched to Lithium Batteries in one of my Vans, I chose the PD 9160 ALV. And again, flawless operation that didn't require me to go to some menu to change settings. I've monitored the charging process using a popular shunt based blue tooth battery monitor and was able to confirm a perfect operation of the charging profile. As an extra bonus, this unit was exactly the same physical size as the PD 9270 it replaced. There were no modifications needed to do the swap.
I have been watching people online complaining about other chargers while getting lost with the menu changes required.
I couldn't be happier.
Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
I had my son-in-law who is an electrician install the converter. The converter is working good and the battery charge was really good. I believe that the water pump pressure was the best I had in a long time which indicates how well the battery is charged.
The reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is that I think that a better manual could of come with the converter. When I connected the battery there was a green flashing light that I didn't know what it meant but after an internet search I found out what it meant.
E-trailer was great to deal with, fast service and answered my questions quickly,
Raymond - 10/08/2021Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
As described, quick delivery. I checked the S1 switch upon delivery after problems others had encountered with the switch solder joints, mine had no defects. Installation was pretty straightforward. I will agree with other reviewers in that the included instructions are a little lacking. Worked as advertised, pleasantly surprised with how quiet the unit is.
Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
Based on other reviews, I received this product about as expected. Shipping took a very long time, this took 9 days to arrive after notification of shipping. The product was not packed very well, it does not have any visible damage from shipping though, which was a concern considering how the box looked. There are no instructions with the product. As expected, the lithium/AGM switch has a damaged solder joint.
Over-all if there was another similar product from any other vendor available, I would have bought something else. At this time I'm not aware of anything else in stock, so this will do and I will make the needed repairs to make it work. It will be replacing the current control panel in our camper so we are able to charge LiFePO batteries.
Jenny N - 04/07/2022Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
The converter was easy to match up to my old converter. It had all the exact same connections. Getting to the converter however was a bit of a challenge. Once I gained access, it was still in a relatively tight squeeze area but with a little carefulness, I was able to remove one wire at a time and reconnect the new converter. Of course to get to the electrical outlet for the converter I needed to pull out the entire breaker panel so while I was at it, I decided to be sure all the panel lugs were tightened as well. The final step before turning any power on was to reconnect the battery. The entire process took just a little over 30 minutes. Power to the RV was turned on, each circuit tested and voila, the RV is back up again and the battery is charging. Hooray!! It would have been nice if there was an instruction sheet and what tools were needed for the project but I made due.
seahwolfe - 11/19/2022Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
Initially thought it had a problem but turned out to be my multimeter as far as the converter to early to tell but I expect it will be fine. I am VERY IMPRESSED with the customer support of etrailer and would highly recommend them.
Jay - 01/22/2023Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
The only reason I gave this a 4 is because of the way that it was packaged for shipment. The item itself is a clear 5 stars.
It came crammed in a box with no padding whatsoever alongside a 30lb 36' 50a cord. Luckily there was no damage to the unit itself. Also didn't come with the two extra wires that it said it did, I could have used them but worked around it.
Install was a breeze. I upgraded my travel trailer from a 30 amp with a WFCO WF-8955PEC to this unit. It took around 3-3.5 hours from start to finish.
Would highly recommend this unit to anybody looking to upgrade their 30amp service.
The only thing that would make this nut better is if they removed the slide lock Romex holes in the back and made it to where you could add you're own locks in. I had to fight it a couple times to get my wires where I wanted them.
10/10 would recommend.
Jenny N - 01/11/2022Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
Great info, Great price and fast delivery. This new converter/charger ran my new lithium ion battery right up to full charge in less then an hour.
Cenvalleysteel - 01/14/2023Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
The instructions for installing converter was excellent. Every step was clear and as I followed them it was clear what was going on. The total time from installing the unit to completion was about 45 minutes. This also included cleaning battery terminals and dressing all cables.
My thanks to Christian and the staff at etrailer for such good service.
Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
Needed a new converter for my lithium batteries on my RV. Was going to order from [online store], but not sure what's best. In researching I stumbled across etrailer, who I had heard of through YouTube, and the same thing was $xx cheaper. It arrived in 2 days. I didn't even have the old one out yet. GREAT service and great product. I will definitely be a return customer.
Skip - 12/13/2022Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
My old converter was struggling to charge my lithium ion battery so I found this and took a shot. It seemed like my old converter, made for lead acid batteries, could charge the battery, but soooo slow and it seemed like the batteries would drain down to 30-50% every time we came to a travel day. I installed this and boom, instant 14+ volts going to the batteries and charged them to 100% so fast. Then once charged it dropped back to 13.6 volts in rest mode. The converter is a lot quieter than my prior one and the fan hardly ever kicks on. So happy I bought this. Shipping was faster than something else I order the same day on [online retailer]! etrailer has got their shipping department on lock down!!
Matthew - 10/07/2022Review from a similar Inteli-Power in RV Converters
This is a great replacement for the power converter in my camper. I had to make a mounting adapter plate since this panel is a bit smaller than my old one but I expected that when I ordered it. It installed easily and works great.
As always etrailer got it to me amazingly fast, so I didn’t even miss my camping trip.
Thanks to etrailer for the excellent service and great quality’s products!
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