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Are ECU controlled and temperature compensating alternators causing you problems?
Tuesday 25th May 2010 12:13pm
Redarc Electronics have fielded many inquiries from customers over recent months relating to the problems experienced by them with the charging of dual or auxiliary batteries in late model vehicles. Simply the vehicle alternator was never designed to fully (100%) charge the main vehicle battery. It was however designed to maintain the charge of the main vehicle battery and run the electrical loads (i.e. lights, air-conditioner etc.) once the vehicle is running.
By introducing extra batteries into the vehicle charging system with the expectation that the alternator will recharge them from a partially or fully discharged state is not realistic. These problems have been exacerbated with the introduction of ECU controlled and temperature compensating alternators. These alternators can be found in late model vehicles such as the Toyota Prado with the D4D engine. They reduce the alternator output voltage to approximately 13.5 volts when the tempera
…Winter 2010 .... Redarc in WA ....
Friday 7th May 2010 11:40am
It has been almost five years now since Mark Bruce, National Customer Development Manager for Redarc Electronics, moved from Perth in WA to Adelaide in SA to join the Redarc team ..... Read PDF
"World's their oyster"
Tuesday 2nd February 2010 8:49am
Read about how Redarc is one of many SA companies broadening their horizons overseas!
Click here to view the article in PDF.
** BUY ONLINE **
Tuesday 19th January 2010 12:17pm
A NEW feature of the Redarc website is the ability to buy online.
Buying online is easy, firstly go to the products section and select the type of product you are looking for. After you find your product you should come to a page that looks similar to the one pictured below.
Simply click the 'Buy' button from the list of links.
This picture shows the navigation steps involved and the location of the 'Buy' button.
You will then be taken to an information page including product specs, with another 'BUY' link.
This link will take you to the Wallcannrewards online transaction system, where you can securely purchase Redarc products.
This picture shows the Wallcann disclaimer, and the 'Buy' product page for your selected product.
All you need to do now is fill in the boxes and decide on the freight details and the product will be on its way to you!
Please note, not all Redarc products are currently available for purchase online, however check back regularly as we are in the process o
…Another Redarc Innovation: the in vehicle smart battery charger
Wednesday 9th December 2009 3:08pm
Redarc Electronics are excited to announce the release of their new Smart Start BCDC1220 DC/DC 12V 20A three stage battery charging system... Read PDF
Winter 2009 ..... Innovative solution to battery charging....
Wednesday 5th August 2009 10:44am
The Redarc Smart Start® Battery Management System is designed to charge today’s automotive type batteries to their optimal charge level from either mains power (AC ), vehicle power (DC ) or solar power..... Read PDF
Want to keep your battery properly charged? there are a few things you should know!
Saturday 1st August 2009 10:43am
Undercharging and overly discharged batteries are the bane of camper trailer and caravan users. Few charge beyond 70 per cent and many battery makers advise that 65 per cent is more realistic. Read PDF
Motoring enthusiasts have been using and charging auxiliary batteries in their 4WDs
Saturday 4th July 2009 10:46am
As demands on batteries have increased, so too has the need for a switch designed specifically for use in multi-battery applications. The need for a solenoid priority system to protect the start battery from being excessively discharged by auxiliary loads, while still allowing the auxiliary battery to supply non-essential loads, is all-important. Read PDF
Charging - a new approach Members who use the CMCA's associated website may have been intrigue
Saturday 4th July 2009 10:41am
"The thread was timely. I was at the time installing a pre-production electronic unit in our Nissan Patrol, the development of which appeared to have been dictated as much by philosophy as electronic practice."... Read PDF
Battery Management Dramas Solved Automotive Electrical & Air Conditioning news.......
Wednesday 1st July 2009 12:55pm
"By further developing and then combining an RV's vital electrical sub-systems, they [REDARC] have produced a product that is a lot more than the sum of its parts."....by Collyn Rivers "at the office" Read PDF