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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-05-2018, 03:34
Replies: 4
Views: 1,024
Posted By Last Call
Electric motor wiring

Good morning,

I'm wiring a 48 v 3 phase brushless DC motor. The round trip is 20 to 30 ft (approx). The continuous load is 50 amp and max load is 100 amp. I purchased 4 gauge awg tinned wire....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-10-2017, 09:25
Replies: 1
Views: 792
Posted By Last Call
Cable glands

I am having a hard time sourcing romex cable glands for 16/2 anchor type flat boat cables. I can find down to 14 / 2 does anyone have a source for these?

Thanks Bob
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-09-2017, 06:37
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

Thank you to everyone that has helped me with this solar set up. It great info.

Bob
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 04-09-2017, 10:28
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

First let me apologize for this long winded post. I may not be clear in my explanation. Writing clearly is not at the top of my skill set, with that said here goes.

I have four 12 Agm optima...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-09-2017, 14:06
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

I do not understand " three days in AH" Please explain. How many amps would you call low loads? If I am understanding correctly you recommend two banks a 12 volt bank , and 48. Hook small loads I...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-09-2017, 07:34
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

I posted one reply via quick reply but I dont see it. Perhaps those go directly to the person your replying to if so sorry about that.

My traveling will be limited to the Chesapeake Bay and its...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-09-2017, 06:38
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

Its not trying to keep up with that. Its just to offset losses from all lights, ventilation fans, chargers for computers and phones etc. My sailing will involve the Chesapeake bay and sounds. The...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-09-2017, 05:20
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

Didn't know how to continue this post so I'm listing variables I'm dealing with here. The reason for my mixture of different size panels was strictly due to available space. When this started...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-09-2017, 03:06
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

The difference was due to physical size needed to mount on my hand rails and fold straight down when not needed. All panels are on adjustable mounts, well along the long axis anyway.

Thanks...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 03-09-2017, 02:44
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Re: Solar panel wiring

The size difference was just dictated by where I had to put them.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 02-09-2017, 14:40
Replies: 22
Views: 2,473
Posted By Last Call
Solar panel wiring

Good afternoon all !

I've been working on my schematics planning on installing panels
What I have done so far is :

2) 12 volt 30 watt panels on both port and starboard each set wired in...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 26-08-2017, 03:33
Replies: 14
Views: 1,754
Posted By Last Call
bilge on/auto

Good Morning,

I'm rewiring everything in a old westerly 1956 kingfisher that had minimal electrical. I'm making my schematic and buying the last of my electrical components. Most bilge switches...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-08-2017, 08:24
Replies: 2
Views: 732
Posted By Last Call
Re: Question On Diode placement

Make sense now was driving me crazy trying to reason it out.

Thanks
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 23-08-2017, 08:13
Replies: 2
Views: 732
Posted By Last Call
Question On Diode placement

Good Morning,

If anyone can tell me why the keyed contactor requires a diode between the neg and pos terminals please let me know. It seem odd to me. I would mention this motor has...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 23-06-2015, 13:26
Replies: 4
Views: 1,221
Posted By Last Call
Re: Prop rpm

Its is going to be brushed. The prop I chose is a high torque for heavier boats. Its maybe 1/2 inch larger with a extra blade.

My thought process was:
I can choose a motor about 100 percent eff...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 23-06-2015, 13:01
Replies: 4
Views: 1,221
Posted By Last Call
Re: Prop rpm

Yes those numbers look about right the motor nominal is 6hp peak at ten 100 % at 4000 rpm


Thank you for your time
Bobby
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 23-06-2015, 09:11
Replies: 4
Views: 1,221
Posted By Last Call
Prop rpm

Good morning,

I have searched for info to answer this question but cant find it. I am converting a 1975 Johnson outboard to a electric power head.

I am looking for the correct Max rpm at...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 19-01-2014, 13:46
Replies: 17
Views: 2,171
Posted By Last Call
Re: Request for a schematic review

[comments:
Attached is a revision on the drawing you looked at for me . My appologoies for the lack of proper symbols.
I have the bilge pumps and a low amp ventilation fans directly to the...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-01-2014, 16:43
Replies: 17
Views: 2,171
Posted By Last Call
Re: Request for a schematic review

Thanks You, all your assumptions are correct. I will draw it up again. The reason for multiple banks was based on my assumption that a battery bank should be isolated from loads while charging....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-01-2014, 07:51
Replies: 17
Views: 2,171
Posted By Last Call
Re: Request for a schematic review

Here is a little better attachment . I am limited by the file attachment restrictions of this forum . The file is a vector cad file converted to a JPG using MS paint.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-01-2014, 06:52
Replies: 17
Views: 2,171
Posted By Last Call
Re: Request for a schematic review

The image quality is bad click on the image when it opens you can right click it then open it in a new tab then zoom in from there . I dont know how else to post it.
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 18-01-2014, 06:44
Replies: 17
Views: 2,171
Posted By Last Call
Request for a schematic review

Good Morning,

If you see any areas of concern I would appreciate any input. I am new to DC wiring and sailboat wiring as well.

Thanks Bob.
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 29-04-2013, 05:42
Replies: 671
Views: 43,002
Posted By Last Call
Re: April Giveaway: Waterfixer

Ultraviolet Water Filters And Purifiers Model 500 (https://www.waterfixercompany.com/model500.html)
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 30-08-2012, 09:54
Replies: 15
Views: 3,414
Posted By Last Call
Re: Climbing a Mast

I wish I knew the best procedure to drop it single handed. It would be a good while before I can get help the boats 2 hours away.
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 30-08-2012, 09:36
Replies: 15
Views: 3,414
Posted By Last Call
Re: Climbing a Mast

That is a good Idea I could pull it over with my topping lift.
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