Thanks for the list, Tom.
Although these ABYC "high-voltage" specifications are voluntary, I've heard that some insurance companies may not issue coverage if these guidelines are not followed. The ground fault interrupt and extra disconnects can add drive the cost of one of these systems unexpectedly higher.
Fair winds,
Eric
Marina del Rey, CA
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> I thought I'd start a new thread for this topic.
> TE-30 is copyrighted, but here is some of what applies to our typical application:
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> 1. The boat operator should be alerted ot system faults or failures that could lead to further damage.
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> 2. A ground fault monitor should be installed.
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> 3. Propulsion electrics should remain isolated from the boat's grounding system.
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> 4. Battery banks should be able to be able to be broken down into 48V max banks for servicing.
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> 5. Battery disconnects should simultaneously disconnect pos and neg terminals.
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> 6. All connections, other than to batteries, should be in fire-resistant enclosures.
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> There is more, but these will get you started.
> Non-members of the ABYC can buy individual copies of the Standards, no need to become a member to get a copy.
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> Nore that like all ABYC Standards and Technical Information Reports, these are advisory only, and are entirely voluntary.
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> -Tom
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