Paralleling 3 batteries in a balanced setup
Would like to open a discussion on paralleling 3 batteries in a balanced method. There seems to be only one option that is mentioned on the forum. I have suggested a second method that may be easier i...
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“Jumper the 3 pos together (one to the next to the next), jumper the 3 neg together (one to the next to the next). Take pos from one end of string, take neg from opposite end of string.” This is the most common way to wire them. However they are not balanced (if you are into balanced wiring). To balance the wiring all that is need is to add another cable of equal length and size across the cable already there from battery one to battery two + connections. Also another cable from battery two to battery three negative connection. You can use the same bolts so there are no more connections needed to balance three batteries.
VintageRacer – I don't agree with your analysis. You may be correct, that is why I started this thread, to get feedback and discuss it."
Well, Ohm's law and thousands of battery bank installs in telephone company CO's and other UPS systems kind of says you're wrong and I'm right. Sorry. It's just the way it is.
Sorry to disagree with you, but it is what it is.
Brian
VintageRacer – I don't agree with your analysis. You may be correct, that is why I started this thread, to get feedback and discuss it."
Well, Ohm's law and thousands of battery bank installs in telephone company CO's and other UPS systems kind of says you're wrong and I'm right. Sorry. It's just the way it is.
Sorry to disagree with you, but it is what it is.
Brian
