Battery Isolators
A battery isolator is an switching device that divides direct current (DC) into multiple branches and only allows current in one direction in each branch. The benefit is the ability to simultaneously charge more than one battery from a single power source (e.g., an alternator) without connecting the battery terminals together in parallel.
This is beneficial because a weak or dead battery will drain the charge from a strong battery if both are connected directly together.
Battery isolators are commonly used on recreational vehicles, boats, utility vehicles, airplanes, and large trucks where one battery is dedicated to starting and running the engine and another battery or batteries run accessory loads (e.g., winches, radar, instruments, etc.). A battery isolator helps to ensure that the starting battery has sufficient power to start the engine and recharge the batteries if, for example, loads on the auxiliary battery (e.g., refrigerator or navigation lights) cause it to be drained, or if an auxiliary battery fails. Isolators are also used in vehicles with large, high-power car stereos and off road vehicles to accommodate high current loads such as a recovery winch.
If you need a battery isolator installed or repaired, just give us a call, we can help.
The brands of isolators we use are Cole Hersey, hella, OEX and more…
This also includes Singe and dual pole models rated at ( 300 – 1000 Amp continuous ) up to 3000 peek ( crank ).
For more info just contact us. ( Brisbane & The Gold Coast )
Marine Battery Isolators
This service extends to Marine Craft as well.
If you have a need for a battery isolator on your craft, don’t hesitate to give us a call.
We can also discuss the option of Battery chargers for your boat as well as solar panel options too.
Just call 0400 601 184 for more info. ( Brisbane & The Gold Coast )