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Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-08-2016, 02:17 PM
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Posted By wincrasher
I was wondering how they actually work, as it's...

I was wondering how they actually work, as it's not a typical switch. If I'm guessing right, the knob squeezes the plates together and makes a connection. If it wiggle loose, I suppose you'd get...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-08-2016, 01:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
Has anyone used one of these? 200A is probably...

Has anyone used one of these? 200A is probably borderline in my case.
...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-06-2016, 12:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
Yes, the Victron creates a power draw in the 4mA...

Yes, the Victron creates a power draw in the 4mA range. So they warn you about leaving the batteries without a charger. Since my new charger can turn itself on and off, I'm not too worried about...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 07:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
Thanks. Got it.

Thanks. Got it.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 07:39 PM
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Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 07:28 PM
Replies: 31
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Posted By wincrasher
Does it not matter which cable the shunt is...

Does it not matter which cable the shunt is attached to (alternator, charger or inverter)? From the instructions, one of these must be removed from the battery post and connected to the far end of...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 07:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
There are ground connections, but I'm not...

There are ground connections, but I'm not recollecting if there is one on the batteries. The charger has it's own ground, as will the inverter.

All the cabling is on the battery posts. I'm...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 05:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
While I have your attention, here is a pic of...

While I have your attention, here is a pic of my wiring setup. Unsure of the best placement to install the shunt for the Victron. Does it matter if it's on the cabling to the inverter? or the...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 04:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
Well the thing about lithium batteries is that...

Well the thing about lithium batteries is that their heat generation is practically nil. At least these prismatic type cells in the drop-in type cases.

The lipos generate alot more heat from my...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 02:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
As you might imagine, my concern would be for my...

As you might imagine, my concern would be for my lithiums getting down close to 32 F so I can take the necessary precautions on charging.
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators 08-05-2016, 01:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,763
Posted By wincrasher
Battery temperature sensor

The new victron monitor I ordered had an option for a temp sensor. I assume the intent is to adjust SOC based on degradation at cold temps.

That's fine I suppose for lead acids, but not...
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