I would like another version of ths, for those of us doing campervans and mobile homes and caravans. Mostly, we're not so susceptible to water ingress, but we are likely to be using two or three sources of electricity.
In my youth I wired up some cash registers for NCR. I was wiring for 240V AC. We were forbidden solder, and also twisting. Both cause the copper to harden as you describe WWe used terminal blocks, we had wire strippers (much more basic than yours), stripped about 1cm of wire and pushed it into the terminal block, all the strands, with no bending or twisting, Then screwed a screw down. We also installed a card cover to keep out random paperclips and the like.
Solder wont cause the connection to mail function crimping wont either , what cause the connection to mail function is heat and oxidation at the connection. Soldering the connection will be lots better preventing heat when high currants are drawn . The flexing point on the connection will sill be ok it will just move back toward the flexing part of the cable .
solder has been getting a bad rep because its more technical to do than crimping. a proper solder job is a lifetime joint. you see people put the wire in the terminal first then heat and add solder. which burns the jacket and lets solder wick up the wire making it non flexible. the proper way in to hold the terminal in vise grips and heat it ..add solder to the empty terminal then push the wire down in the molten solder while keeping heat on it. spray water or air on it to cool it fast. the jacket will be perfect and the wire will be super flexible.
RFI/Interference - - Sean, I've noticed several vehicles in your videos that show radio antennas mounted on the front bumper. Are you guys using any HF radios? Maybe Amateur radio HF? Reason I ask is that I am an amater radio op and I would like to use something like the BCDC25 or 40D with a second battery for my radio equipment. So I was hoping to get a comment from you regarding whether you or other friends have had any problems with radio frequency interference from these series of chargers. If so, was it only to the receivers, affecting reception/sensitivity and/or from your transmitters getting into the chargers and affecting the charger's operations?
@Redarcelectronics I have a Redarc BCDC1225D and the SBI12KIT (12v not 24v) for a dual AGM battery set up, in the engine compartment. I'm attempting to equip both the 'Jump Start' feature AND the 'Ultimate Dual Battery for Winching' feature, which the SBI12 enables. Questions: 1) For jump start feature of the sbi12, what is the minimum size momentary switch (amp rating) and minimum fuse size (amp rating) needed for that switch? 2) Also, can the same switch be wired to the SBI12 to accommodate both the jump start feature and the ultimate winching feature (i.e. in this scenario I'd replace the momentary switch with a latch or rocker style switch to accommodate both jump start (when truck starter battery dead) or to connect both batteries (while truck on) during winching)? 3) Or, are 2 seperate switches needed and if so, what size switch (amp rating) and fuse size (amp rating) is needed on switch connected to 'Ultimate Dual Battery for Winching' set up wiring? 4) Lastly, what minimum amp rating does relay need to be, for 'Ultimate Dual Battery for Winching' side wiring? Much appreciated.
When looking for an ignition feed especially on new Toyota s I don’t believe it’s a good idea to go into the engine bay because why would you want to risk those problems. It’s a bit more work but why not cut into the ignition feed on your power windows........ so if you get a short worse thing that can happen is window stops working. But love your work mate
Just a query about blue wire connection? My 2019 Hilux has a Temperature Compensating Alternator by the REDARC battery charger selection tool.So I thought that means leave the blue wire disconnected as stated by the REDARC manual,this is for a BCDC 1240D ?
Thanks for the message, and for choosing REDARC. If using any of the Dual Input BCDC In-Vehicle Chargers, with your vehicle the blue wire can simply be left disconnected, or connected to ground. If you'd like to discuss further with one of our Tech Support Team please feel free to give them a call.
Side cutters for crimping as your preference is BS I have over 40 years experience and side cutters or pliers with the cutter are only for desperation use. The correct crimp compresses the lug and wire to the point they are virtually the same one piece of conductor. This is why the crimpers are made to a set standard. What next a cold chisel and hammer?
I would like another version of ths, for those of us doing campervans and mobile homes and caravans. Mostly, we're not so susceptible to water ingress, but we are likely to be using two or three sources of electricity.
In my youth I wired up some cash registers for NCR. I was wiring for 240V AC. We were forbidden solder, and also twisting. Both cause the copper to harden as you describe WWe used terminal blocks, we had wire strippers (much more basic than yours), stripped about 1cm of wire and pushed it into the terminal block, all the strands, with no bending or twisting, Then screwed a screw down. We also installed a card cover to keep out random paperclips and the like.
This is such a fantastic video!! So handy 👌🏽
Fantastic video thank you!!!!
The P76 was Australian Made!
Solder wont cause the connection to mail function crimping wont either , what cause the connection to mail function is heat and oxidation at the connection. Soldering the connection will be lots better preventing heat when high currants are drawn . The flexing point on the connection will sill be ok it will just move back toward the flexing part of the cable .
Great video, very informative! What size tyres on the Hilux? Please!! Thanks for your time👍🏼🍻
Great video, is there by any chance a redarc diagram to install a redarc charger to a duel battery in a toyota fortuner?
solder has been getting a bad rep because its more technical to do than crimping. a proper solder job is a lifetime joint. you see people put the wire in the terminal first then heat and add solder. which burns the jacket and lets solder wick up the wire making it non flexible. the proper way in to hold the terminal in vise grips and heat it ..add solder to the empty terminal then push the wire down in the molten solder while keeping heat on it. spray water or air on it to cool it fast. the jacket will be perfect and the wire will be super flexible.
RFI/Interference - - Sean, I've noticed several vehicles in your videos that show radio antennas mounted on the front bumper. Are you guys using any HF radios? Maybe Amateur radio HF? Reason I ask is that I am an amater radio op and I would like to use something like the BCDC25 or 40D with a second battery for my radio equipment. So I was hoping to get a comment from you regarding whether you or other friends have had any problems with radio frequency interference from these series of chargers. If so, was it only to the receivers, affecting reception/sensitivity and/or from your transmitters getting into the chargers and affecting the charger's operations?
@Redarcelectronics I have a Redarc BCDC1225D and the SBI12KIT (12v not 24v) for a dual AGM battery set up, in the engine compartment. I'm attempting to equip both the 'Jump Start' feature AND the 'Ultimate Dual Battery for Winching' feature, which the SBI12 enables. Questions: 1) For jump start feature of the sbi12, what is the minimum size momentary switch (amp rating) and minimum fuse size (amp rating) needed for that switch? 2) Also, can the same switch be wired to the SBI12 to accommodate both the jump start feature and the ultimate winching feature (i.e. in this scenario I'd replace the momentary switch with a latch or rocker style switch to accommodate both jump start (when truck starter battery dead) or to connect both batteries (while truck on) during winching)? 3) Or, are 2 seperate switches needed and if so, what size switch (amp rating) and fuse size (amp rating) is needed on switch connected to 'Ultimate Dual Battery for Winching' set up wiring? 4) Lastly, what minimum amp rating does relay need to be, for 'Ultimate Dual Battery for Winching' side wiring? Much appreciated.
When looking for an ignition feed especially on new Toyota s I don’t believe it’s a good idea to go into the engine bay because why would you want to risk those problems. It’s a bit more work but why not cut into the ignition feed on your power windows........ so if you get a short worse thing that can happen is window stops working. But love your work mate
Just a query about blue wire connection? My 2019 Hilux has a Temperature Compensating Alternator by the REDARC battery charger selection tool.So I thought that means leave the blue wire disconnected as stated by the REDARC manual,this is for a BCDC 1240D ?
Thanks for the message, and for choosing REDARC. If using any of the Dual Input BCDC In-Vehicle Chargers, with your vehicle the blue wire can simply be left disconnected, or connected to ground. If you'd like to discuss further with one of our Tech Support Team please feel free to give them a call.
Hi Sean I solder and crimp mate I’m in Nissan patrol 👍🇦🇺🍺
Side cutters for crimping as your preference is BS I have over 40 years experience and side cutters or pliers with the cutter are only for desperation use. The correct crimp compresses the lug and wire to the point they are virtually the same one piece of conductor. This is why the crimpers are made to a set standard. What next a cold chisel and hammer?
Rippa vid guys
Lol 7.06 item 6 "Head Shrink"
crimp only