Wfco 8955 converter11/16/2023 ![]() ![]() If you are negotiating to buy a camper, make them swap this thing out for a better brand, as part of "The Deal." All IMHO, of course. Even though they are likely the most popular and come as standard equipment in a lot of campers. I really just meant it as a warning to anyone looking to buy a converter. I'm surprised that they haven't burned down enough campers to bankrupt the company. And these things aren't cheap, at ~$150USD. Product Description: Online Price Only WF-8955-AD WF-8955-AD Our WF-8900 Series has been the RV industry’s preferred power center for years, and now offers a Lithium Auto-Detect option with the WF-8955-AD The Lithium Auto-Detect changes charging modes between lead-acid and lithium batteries automatically. In normal 'Absorption Mode' (13. WFCO converters will not jump into the 'Bulk Mode' unless the battery is below 50 of charge. It all adds up to a high failure rate that strands people that are camping - away from resources and help - trying to make good memories with their families. The WFCO 8955 model has had some problems reaching 'bulk mode' charging rate, and other problems. Exposed PCB traces, no-name jellybean parts, traces flooded with solder to try to improve their current carrying capability. As a final note, I am guessing that you have never seen one of these particular devices, but they are built to the lowest level of quality. One DIY person helping another DIY person makes a better world - more fun, too. I make a concerted effort to pay back the help that I have already received, in the past, by replying to folks that have questions that I can answer. But, yes, even without a schematic, I know that I can get great help from good people right here at the EEVBlog Forum. both for me to follow and for trying to communicate to others, like your kind self, when extra help is needed. I can handle troubleshooting the mains side through to the DC side rectified rails. Now, word has gotten out that I might be able to repair these for folks and I will have another one coming, soon. I was able to repair one, for my best friend. To learn more about our products through video, click here. For any WFCO resources, tools, and information on our products, email with your request, or click hereto download the WFCO Product Catalog.Thanks, James, for your gracious offer to help. Limited Amazon reviews (15) but positive (+1). The WF-8955-LIS is a direct replacement for the WF-8955-MBA (+2). Accordingly, the WF-8955-LIS is internally switchable to support either Lead-Acid or Lithium (+1). To learn more about Auto-Detect, click Auto-Detect Video. An Update: While researching, and writing this reply, I found the WFCO WF-8955-LIS-MBA on Amazon. The WF-8955E-AD Power Center will maximize your battery life with multi-stage charging and current monitoring in both lead-acid and lithium-ion profiles. Any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for. This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at WFCO’s discretion, of any defective parts or defective assembly. We are eliminating the risk of over and under-charging. WFCO warrants to the owner that its products are free from defects in material and quality under normal use and service based on their intended use and function. An accurately charged battery gives RV owners peace of mind. This new microprocessor-driven technology will recognize lithium-ion and lead-acid battery chemistries and automatically adjust the charging profile to match the battery type. Building on this success, the WF-8955E-AD Power Center includes an industry-first, Auto-Detect technology. ![]() Our WF-8955E-AD Power Center has been the RV industry’s preferred power center for years, outselling all other power centers combined. ![]()
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