Do extra batteries need ventilation?
I am getting rid of two old 12v batteries and upgrading to 4 6v batteries. Two will replace the originals, but 2 will be placed back in a compartment near where the inverter is installed. I am con...
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ja99er wrote:
There is no way to get 4 batteries in the original tray, but I can separate them with a A/B bank selector.
Is there a recommendation for a fan/speed-control/thermostat for this kind of installation where at least some of the batteries are going to be in a compartment that requires ventilation.
Since batteries only really need vented when charging I would connect an AC fan that would be powered from the same source as the charger.
If you charge with solar you could power a DC fan on the load side of the solar controller.
