Mark;
The unit referred to is an [u]</u>INVERTER[u]</u>, not a <s></s>CONVERTER<s></s>. When you step UP the voltage, you use an INVERTER... When stepping DOWN you use a CONVERTER.
Much more importantly, The amount of current that your load (batteries-charger-inverter) draws plus the distance from the source to the inverter determines the size of the wire needed. Too many unknowns and variables for me to say what size but I'll estimate #10 or larger (lower #). Plus a circuit breaker, relay and SPST switch (optional-pilot light)would be necessary also.
It would be much more practical (efficient) for someone (LLC ?) to assemble an inverter with 12v-dc input and 72v-dc output (if that is the voltage of each battery) I think they are in parallel.
Donald LaFavor <wheels>
Which way...... SEGWAY !
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quote:Originally posted by Segway Long Island
Hi Mark. It's not that hard to find a wire that is "switched" after the ignition. Most of the assessories are "switched" meaning they only work when the key is on. There is almost always an empty slot on the fuse panel for an extra "switched" accessory like trailer hitch lights.
It IS a pain to run that wire to the trunk from under the dash.
A really "Lazy" way would be to take power for the converter off of the wire that runs to the parking lights. When you want to charge the Segway in the trunk, you just drive with the parking lights on. A lot of the newer trucks have the headlights on during the day anyway, so it wouldn't even look strange.
Wayne
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