WFCO Converter/Charger

[Riverbug]

I have a WFCO Model WF-8735P-GE Power Center in my new trailer. In the past, the converter/charger was a separate unit from the breaker/fuse panel. I bought a lithium battery so anticipated upgrading the converter charger. I looked behind the power center and there is no separate box. The manual refers to the charging capabilities but doesn't specifically state whether it is a separate component if it is now all one combined unit.

Anyone able to confirm that the new power centers are all-in-one? If not, any idea where the converter charger would be located on my model of trailer?

If it is all in one, I guess upgrading to a lithium converter charger becomes a bit more complex?

Thanks!

[RickLight]

WFCO makes a lot of different configurations, both built in converters and straight power panels. That model number seems to be a converter without a 120v panel Many of the newer converters are lithium capable, 14.4 v is good! If you have space behind going to a separate converter might not be a big deal.

I suggest you get detailed info from the WFCO website and the labels on your gear.

[Redapple63]

Hi Riverbug,

Your particular model converter does have an ac distribution panel. Some of the converter models do have the converter/charger portion integrated into the distribution panel and others are separate. Yours is integrated and on the bottom part of unit. Many have upgraded the converter/charger portion by removing it from that bottom shelf and purchasing a deck mount u it that can be connected. It is pretty simple to do, just a matter of disconnecting the ac in and out lines and connecting them to the deck mount unit. There are a few YouTube videos on it.

Good Luck,
Bill

[Riverbug]

Thanks for the replies. I did find more information about this panel. It looks like I can either swap out the power center for a version that includes lithium capable charging or I may use it as is until I decide on my solar needs and put in an inverter charger tied into the existing power center.