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===== sizing an isolator ===== | ===== sizing an isolator ===== | ||
- | If an isolator is **oversized** it will cost more for no benefit and will self-consume | + | If an isolator is **oversized** it will cost more for no benefit and will self-consume |
+ | \\If an isolator is **undersized** (less common) it will not be able to carry enough current, resulting in overheating and/or [[electrical: | ||
==== flooded lead-acid ==== | ==== flooded lead-acid ==== |