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Sizing 12-volt components

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Boatowners should study the design of efficient electrical systems to ensure the success of their boat's electrical refit. Basically, they should first quantify their 12-volt requirements in amp-hours. Once this is accomplished, suitable battery, alternator, battery charger and inverter systems can be procured.

Author: Miller, Warren
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
Design and construction, Transportation, Electric vehicles, Electric power systems, Electricity in transportation

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Lights on

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The way in which it is determined whether the boat lights are working properly, a quick voltage test for the same is provided. The process of placing the masthead light that is helpful at night when working with sails on the fore deck or in port when one is putting the boat away is described.

Author: Miller, Warren
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2005
United States, Facilities & equipment, Vehicular Lighting Equipment Manufacturing, Vehicular lighting equipment, Vehicle Headlights, Usage, Cigarette boats, Headlights

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Curing the 12-volt woes

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Having three or more terminals with only one contact at the switch/fuse panel will require the construction of a subpanel. Techniques on how to add additional gear without overloading the 12-volt electrical system are detailed.

Author: Miller, Warren
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1997

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