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--- electrical:12v:lifepo4_batteries_thread [2023/10/20 17:46]
princess_fluffypants [LiFePO4 characteristics]
+++ electrical:12v:lifepo4_batteries_thread [2023/10/20 17:48] (current)
princess_fluffypants [stress on charging equipment]
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 Increased alternator load may also cause premature destruction of belts((http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f14/lifepo4-batteries-discussion-thread-for-those-using-them-as-house-banks-65069-175.html#post1220483)) or throwing a belt off the pulley.((http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f14/lifepo4-batteries-discussion-thread-for-those-using-them-as-house-banks-65069-176.html#post1220970))
+For this reason, if you are charging large (200ah+) lithium batteries directly off of a vehicle alternator it is generally recommended to use a [[electrical:12v:b2b|DC/DC charger]] to help moderate and control the amount of amps being put into the battery.
 ===== banding =====
 Banding (physical binding of cells to prevent expansion) may not be necessary in RVs:

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