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482	04-11-2005 09:37 PM

Charging 24 volt system off 12 volts

I want to install an inverter in my boat .My friend has one that use 24 volts .How can I use the 12 volt alt to recharge the batteries that run it.Thanks for the help

Airpacker

04-13-2005 02:27 PM

Re: Charging 24 volt system off 12 volts

Theoretically, you can't. You can make or buy a step up transformer that will will convert 12 to 24 but it will cut the amperage in half.

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