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Fuse in alternator wiring??
On Thu, 3 Jul 2003 08:03:21 -0700, "Steve" wrote:
I'm preparing to install a 100 amp alternator and AutoMac II charge controller on my boat. I read over the controller installation instructions and couldn't find any mention or requirement for fuse in the output lead, to the battery switch. I seem to remember that fuse is a recommend (or required) in this type of installation. I picked up a 100 amp fuse and holder. However, I got to thinking, if this fuse blows, then I wipe out my alternator, just the same as if I opened the battery switch while the engine is running. While such a fuse is probably desirable, its use is quite rare. If you do want to install that fuse, you should add a "Zap-Stop" zener diode across the alternator output. This device will prevent the alternator output voltage from rising excessively if the fuse blows. -- Peter Bennett, VE7CEI new newsgroup users info : http://vancouver-webpages.com/nnq GPS and NMEA info: http://vancouver-webpages.com/peter Vancouver Power Squadron: http://vancouver.powersquadron.ca |
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