How can I modify this generator to become a continuous current generator? Where on this machine do I put the current limiting diode?
2009115
It will run continuous. I still like to stop mine now and then to clean the silver rods and stir the solution. You shouldn't need a limiting diode. It runs the perfect current on batteries or AC to DC converter. the plug that comes with it.
2009116
I have no idea what these questions have to do with me being able to get a reading of how many PPM silver is in the solution, that is created when you connect everything as instructed. It is a colloidal Silver making machine.....I cannot recommend this to anyone, and I own a beauty shop,,,,you think women talk
2009117
I don't know---my unit when taken apart is a simple DC power supply connected to +/_ terminals not very complicated. LED shows conductivity of liquid so try across electrodes and see if led stays same brightness. It would be an experiment but may work.
2009118
The series is easy to get to under the lid. Not sure where you would insert the resistor. There is an LED in the series so take that into account when adding up the output so you can time your batch properly.
784969
Kit wasn't made for generator unit that I bought. Rather than return it I modified it. Send it back or think it through. Can you modify it with the tools you have?
59968
There are several flavors of this board out there so I may be incorrect. The switch simply gates the supply to and from the VCC regulator. The jumpers I believe go to the enable signals for each motor. As for the current limit, I believe you will have to limit the motor supply input current in some way. You can find the datasheet for the IC here: https://www.sparkfun.com/datasheets/Components/General/L298N.pdf
1917837
mine is an older model, it has an hour meter. To my knowledge there is NO idle control on any of them. Why would you want to idle a generator. Let it run and do its thing the way it was designed to do. You'll hear it "dig in"and run harder when under a heavy load. I am well pleased with mine and would purchase another one in a heart beat.
1112125
Look at how much wattage each appliance takes (should be printed on a plate in amps or watts. watts is amps times volts) If it falls within the max. Watage the generator can handle you should be fine. keep in mind that modern fridge and freezer compressors can only handle a 5% voltage diferance, that is why I'm looking for a device to smooth out the surge and ebb of this generator. Not sure if this generator is within that tolerance.
530941
Steve, I just discovered the adjustment pot for zeroing (or at least get it close to spec) the DC clamp current. Turn the meter over, then open and remove the battery cover. On the back you will find two holes to the left of the center chassis screw. The hole closest to that center chassis screw locates the adjustment pot for the DC clamp current mode. Turn the pot clockwise to decrease the value towards negative, counter-clockwise to increase the value towards positive. Use a miniature Phillips #1 (3mm Ø shaft) screwdriver.See the photo I uploaded.
1849443
This could be done,but unless you are a licensed electrician, I wouldn't try it. The job would involve separating these circuits at your breaker box and rewiring to a separate switch box. 30 amps would not handle all those appliances. This breaker was probably added to the generator to supply enough power to operate an RV.
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For surge capability you would need to use a 300amp fuse. The surge is actually 3000 real watts, not a soft start method. Its roughly 10 DC amps for every 100 watts VAC. The 3k surge is for one half second and with a clamp meter the max I've measured is 290 amps. Also there ARE internal automotive style fuses located in the middle underneath the central heat sink. This does not mean you can run this inverter (or any) without an inline fuse on the positive cable of the battery. I use 2/0 gauge wire under 3ft from battery and two group 31 105Ah bats in parallel for a total of 210Ah. I have 3 mini anl fuses in parallel to cope with voltage drop. For surge capability you would need to use a 300amp fuse. The surge is actually 3000 real watts, not a soft start method. Its roughly 10 DC amps for every 100 watts VAC. The 3k surge is for one half second and with a clamp meter the max I've measured is 290 amps. Also there ARE internal automotive style fuses located in the middle underneath the central heat sink. This does not mean you can run this inverter (or any) without an inline fuse on the positive cable of the battery. I use 2/0 gauge wire under 3ft from battery and two group 31 105Ah bats in parallel for a total of 210Ah. I have 3... » Read More For surge capability you would need to use a 300amp fuse. The surge is actually 3000 real watts, not a soft start method. Its roughly 10 DC amps for every 100 watts VAC. The 3k surge is for one half second and with a clamp meter the max I've measured is 290 amps. Also there ARE internal automotive style fuses located in the middle underneath the central heat sink. This does not mean you can run this inverter (or any) without an inline fuse on the positive cable of the battery. I use 2/0 gauge wire under 3ft from battery and two group 31 105Ah bats in parallel for a total of 210Ah. I have 3 mini anl fuses in parallel to cope with voltage drop. « Show Less
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Connect power cord to selected outlet, 115 or 220 VAC, and set the voltage selection toggle switch accordingly; make sure the unit is properly grounded for safety; crank the generator and allow to warm-up for a minute or so; finally, after you've ensured the appliance/load/etc. being powered is ready for use, toggle the main breaker on the generator control panel "on". To get an idea of proper generator operating procedures, try the GENERAC website and see if you can download operating instructions for a comparable unit. Good luck!
689479
What is a non inviter generator? Are you talking about a square / non sine wave generator?
1830313
I use mine to keep a 12v deep cycle marine battery trickle charged for use on my automatic driveway gate actuator. Been running for almost 2yrs now I think. As far as a single power source to run something I don't think the constant current is there , it is meant as a device to maintain a 12v battery source from my research. Is that how you plan on using it, as a trickle charger?How much draw is that pump requiring? Good luck
1351808
It has an internal shunt built-in, the main limitation for the unit is the grade of wire used. I would limit continuous power to around 30A, and max around say 50A for VERY short period.
30670
This is a voltage converter, not amperage. To get more amperage you need a larger power source.
895006
Just as a car can't go from 0-60mph in a few seconds without a huge engine, anything with an electric motor has a "surge draw" to start the motor accelerating it up to speed in a couple seconds (including fridges, pumps, etc). That surge demands 3-4 times the normal power. I've tried plugging in a small AC fridge (that measures ~18 inches in all 3 dims with only 1 amp AC draw normally or 120 watts) into an inverter. It was a 400 watt inverter with 800 watt surge rating, yet it would go into the overload alarm instantly not even starting. I'd expect any pump to need more power than that and this units inverter according to the manual says "450 watt continuous, 600 watt for under 5 minutes and 900 watts max surge". So based on my trying a similar inverter on a small motor, I'd bet under a 5% chance this would work for you. I've even been reluctant to try running a typical fridge off of a 1200 watt generator because of that surge demand. Also, if going off of just this units battery which is under 30amp/hour, if you could run something like that it's battery will be drained in 20 minutes. So this is a real short term power source for such loads and won't keep your place from flooding all night or such.
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http://www.absolutegenerators.com/images/manuals/Duro%20Max%20Generators%20XP6500E-XP8500E%20Manual.pdf Copy and paste -Dennis
1280799
You do not want this model. It is only rated at 5000 watts and 20 amps. Assuming your generator is rated at 30 amps, purchase the largest 30 amp box you can. The amps are just as important as the watts. You want to supply as many circuits as you can. Take into account that the chances of all your appliances running at peak wattage all at the same time are slim to none. The most important thing to know is to turn them on in the proper sequence. Turn on the appliances with the highest load first, waiting for the wattage spike. Turn them on one at a time until the wattage drops and you should be good. When it comes to electricity, bigger is better. You do not want this model. It is only rated at 5000 watts and 20 amps. Assuming your generator is rated at 30 amps, purchase the largest 30 amp box you can. The amps are just as important as the watts. You want to supply as many circuits as you can. Take into account that the chances of all your appliances running at peak wattage all at the same time are slim to none. The most important thing to know is to turn them on in the proper sequence. Turn on the appliances with the highest load first, waiting for the wattage spike. Turn them on one at a time until the wattage drops and you should... » Read More You do not want this model. It is only rated at 5000 watts and 20 amps. Assuming your generator is rated at 30 amps, purchase the largest 30 amp box you can. The amps are just as important as the watts. You want to supply as many circuits as you can. Take into account that the chances of all your appliances running at peak wattage all at the same time are slim to none. The most important thing to know is to turn them on in the proper sequence. Turn on the appliances with the highest load first, waiting for the wattage spike. Turn them on one at a time until the wattage drops and you should be good. When it comes to electricity, bigger is better. « Show Less
1924329
Not sure, you may have the best luck contacting their customer service. It does draw alot of current, like any other inductive machine. Think of a hair dryer.