Auxiliary Power (AC-DC)

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by Douglas Lemke 24 May 2005 12 Volt Systems 15 photos 7476 views

First part of a multi-part Project which includes upgrading the AC-DC Service on the boat and inclusion of a 3200 watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter.

New AC service, 8 gauge cable, to transfer switch, inverter and AC Panel

Panel, recessed, on starboard side main salon, Transfer and Remote Inverter switch, AC Ammeter

Charles (Vanner) 3200 watt pure sine wave inverter, main salon starboard side, under settee

Rough opening for panel. Inverter DC connections

Discarded original 10 gauge main line used for emergency receptacle

Forward 2 additional batteries for Windlass and Bow Thruster

New dual battery switch and DC Voltmeter to include forward battery bank into boats DC System

Placement of Forward Battery #1

Placement of Forward Battery #2

Assembling Battery structures in compartments

Cable connections in new Inverter compartment

Positive/Negative Junction Box in starboard cockpit locker-for future expansion

Making battery structures in my wood shop

Fabricating panels in my wood shop

Model of schematic of additional wiring placed in ownwer's notebook

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