From the 'blurb' .................. "The DCS batteries are connected directly to the alternator which allows the batteries to swallow everything the factory 80Amp alternator can provide, which would be a maximum of around 60-70Amps. These batteries can recharge super fast and are designed to be able to recharge at a continuous 100Amps."
So does this mean that the ability of the existing alternator to safely regulate its maximum output current is all that's stopping it from meltdown ?
One (sometimes fatal) characteristic of LiFePO4 batterys is that they charge flat out ie. draw maximum available current from flat to fully charged so maximum load on the alternator all the (charging) time whereas a lead acid battery will charge at maximum current for a short period of time only with the charge current tapering off as the batterys charge level increases. With a LiFePO4 battery this can lead to alternator and sometimes wiring/connector failure as the vehicle electrical system may not be designed to withstand this sustained maximum load. Potentially even more so if charging multiple batterys simultaneously, though in fairness the dual battery system installed here may charge the batterys sequentially not simultaneously and have some sort of current regulation to prevent such a problem though the 'blurb' specifically states ...swallow everything the factory 80Amp alternator can provide.
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86 RR 'classic'......99 Range Rover P38a
94 Defender 110..95 Defender 130 Ute
96 D1 300TDi.......99 D2 TD5 (current)
04 D2a Td5..........02 Disco 2 V8
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