MPPTs / inverter / battery compartment ventilation

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Sep 6, 2022
361
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 419 Milwaukee
Hi all.
I installed the inverter / charger, 3 mppts, 2 Dc to Dc charger's near my battery bank, in the aft cabin of my sailboat, under the bed.
I am wondering if I should add some ventilation.
if so, what do you suggest? computer-type fans or in-line blowers?... Or....

thx!
 
Jan 11, 2014
11,480
Sabre 362 113 Fair Haven, NY
Are you concerned about heat or about off gassing from the batteries?
 
Mar 6, 2008
1,103
Catalina 1999 C36 MKII #1787 Coyote Point Marina, CA.
I use 3 1/2" computer fans. They draw about 34mA each. You can use 2 to bring air in and 2 to take air out. But it may keep you awake at night. Since you are not charging at night, turn them off with a switch.