David:
Interesting idea. The added benefit is if the relay gets stuck, it won't
destroy the battery bank.
The diversion load must equal or exceed the output of the hydro,
correct? The load we have will draw 38 amps at 24 vdc, the hydro will put
out 2 amps. Sounds like I have enough headroom
Thanks again to all of you.
William
At 08:32 PM 11/21/2012, David Katz wrote:
William,
I always connect the hydro side of the diode to the diversion load with
the contactor, so I don't pull the battery down while regulating. The
diversion load must draw enough current to pull the hydro voltage below
the absorb voltage. Use ohms law to calculate the resistance.
David Katz
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