LiFePo battery upgrade question
I ordered a 200AH LifePo battery to replace my two 100AH lead acid batteries and also a compatabile converter which takes care of charging the battery with shore or generator power but what about char...
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pianotuna wrote:Teleman wrote:pianotuna wrote:
Teleman,
Another reason to have a bypass circuit is for a "poor mans" boost switch. If the chassis batteries are dead, you would be able to get some amps into them from the "house" bank. Don't have it "active" when starting. The Li bms will NOT like it.
If the alternator did fail, then that bypass circuit could be used to keep the engine running a lot longer while getting to a service center. Of course the Redarc ought to be turned off to do this.
What kind of switch do you use? I take it using the house battery boost switch as is isn't recommended? I carry a jump start battery pack too.
Hi Teleman,
I use this type:
https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/NW_786125?impressionRank=3
I like it because I store it with the "key" hanging on a string. It would be nearly impossible to turn it on by accident. Maximum load up to 300 Amp @ 24 Volt DC.
OK thanks.
