Capacitor Charging
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Capacitor Charging
I have succumb yet again to the power of this information highway and those that drive it.
I left work early today to get a headstart on installing the amps and capacitors in the spare tire area. I have the wire run and was just about to hook up the Capacitors when I remembered they needed to be "charged" first. I do know of a few ways that charging the system can be done but herein lies my problem(s)..
A) Disconnect audio system fuse and use a 30Ohm resistor (usually comes with the capacitor but it didn't on mine for some reason)
B) Same as above except where a 30Ohm resistor isn't available use a 2 wire test light and wire it into the fuse line.
C) Accept my fate of being shocked (which isn't all that bothersome) but take a chance at frying the "goods". The shock/spark is from a super fast charge of the capacitor.
Since I lack a 30Ohm resistor and test light, getting shocked would be a walk in the park assuming I didn't fry $500 in Capacitors and even more in Amplifiers.
Young fellow seeking guidance.
I left work early today to get a headstart on installing the amps and capacitors in the spare tire area. I have the wire run and was just about to hook up the Capacitors when I remembered they needed to be "charged" first. I do know of a few ways that charging the system can be done but herein lies my problem(s)..
A) Disconnect audio system fuse and use a 30Ohm resistor (usually comes with the capacitor but it didn't on mine for some reason)
B) Same as above except where a 30Ohm resistor isn't available use a 2 wire test light and wire it into the fuse line.
C) Accept my fate of being shocked (which isn't all that bothersome) but take a chance at frying the "goods". The shock/spark is from a super fast charge of the capacitor.
Since I lack a 30Ohm resistor and test light, getting shocked would be a walk in the park assuming I didn't fry $500 in Capacitors and even more in Amplifiers.
Young fellow seeking guidance.
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Dont use 2 brand new capacitors? That's like saying, "Don't drink the Patron because you have no Redbull."
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Your battery charges the cap so whats the point? If your having problems with your audio equipment drawing too much power it's better to upgrade to multiple batteries and a high output alternator. But of course it's a matter of opinion because some people swear by using caps.
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Capacitors are for fast draws of current. You can add as many batteries as you want, but without a capacitor, one would turn those batteries into a pile of plastic in less than a year.
Please understand that with over 5000 watts of power, another battery and a 140/160/200 amp isn't going to solve all the issues.
Please understand that with over 5000 watts of power, another battery and a 140/160/200 amp isn't going to solve all the issues.
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Be patient and wait until you get the 300 ohm resistor or test light -
I'm an Electronics Tech not an installer but I think the idea behind using a 300 ohm resistor or test lamp in series on the line fuse is primarily for safety - just in case your cap's are defective (have an internal short). This is to prevent a battery explosion and injury to yourself.
Be patient and wait until you get the 300 ohm resistor or test light -
I'm an Electronics Tech not an installer but I think the idea behind using a 300 ohm resistor or test lamp in series on the line fuse is primarily for safety - just in case your cap's are defective (have an internal short). This is to prevent a battery explosion and injury to yourself.