[C320-list] generator question

[Andrew Santangelo]

Are you using the generator to only charge your batteries? If so you  
may want to consider just putting in a higher output altenator on the  
engine. Far more efficient, no need to carry two fuels, no loss of  
space due to the generator, and a cheaper solution overall. I have  
sailed my C320 extensively with lots of electrical items and this has  
worked fine.

Now if running AC, hair dryer, TV, microwave in the open water or at  
anchor that is another story.

Best regards,
Andrew
C320 Dawn Treader
#333

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On Feb 7, 2010, at 2:59 PM, Paul Adison <pjaarch at verizon.net> wrote:

> I am considering the purchase of a Honeywell 1000i gasoline  
> generator for the times I am cruising.  It is a 1000w generator  
> producing 7.5amps @ 120volts.  I am assuming that i am using 120ah  
> per 24hour period give or take while under sail.  I am assuming that  
> the battery charger is 10amps and not 15 although I don't know.  Can  
> anyone tell me how long I will need to run the generator at night to  
> charge the batteries back up?
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> Paul Adison
> S/V "Rough Draft" _/ )
> C320 #722
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