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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

04-09-2008, 14:58

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3 stage regulator or internal regulator for AGMs?

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Posted By sgtPluck

Thanks, so as I see it my options are: 1)...

Thanks, so as I see it my options are:

1) convert the existing 72amp stock alternator to P-type and use my existing Balmar 3-stage regulator
2) buy a new alternator (i called Balmar, the highest...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

03-09-2008, 12:59

Replies: 13

3 stage regulator or internal regulator for AGMs?

Views: 4,718

Posted By sgtPluck

Thanks for the tips. There seems to be...

Thanks for the tips.

There seems to be agreement that the 3-stage is the way to go. But just for my education can anyone explain why?

I've heard that the 3-stage will charge faster, is that...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

03-09-2008, 11:01

Replies: 13

3 stage regulator or internal regulator for AGMs?

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Posted By sgtPluck

I suppose the $500-$700? for an alternator would...

I suppose the $500-$700? for an alternator would be worthwhile if it prolongs the life of the batteries.

I am not sure exactly what type of regulation is built into my stock alternator, and how...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

03-09-2008, 07:18

Replies: 13

3 stage regulator or internal regulator for AGMs?

Views: 4,718

Posted By sgtPluck

3 stage regulator or internal regulator for AGMs?

Hello,
I'm back again, looking for more advice.... I had a new engine installed on my boat, and got it with a 72amp internally regulated alternator.

There is a 3 stage Balmar regulator...

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