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12 Volt System
Here are product links to items we talk about in our 12 Volt basics video.
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We've found Platinum AGM batteries have served us well in the past if you are looking at a budget power option.
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When we changed to Lithium batteries we researched lots of companies finally deciding to go with Roamer. We've been really impressed with their Quality and Customer Support.
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AllPowers Portable Power Stations giving USB, 12 volt and 240v outputs all from one compact unit availble with various sizes of battery and inverters and solar anels to suit your needs really are the simpliest way to Power up a van.
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We've found CTEK mains chargers to be simple to use, high quality and with 7 stage intelligent charging great for maintaining the life of our Leisure Batteries
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If you are looking for a high quality combined mains charger and pure sine-wave inverter Victron are the ones to go for.
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The best value way to charge your Leisure battery while driving is to use a Voltage Sensitive Relay to make sure the Leisure battery is only charged once the starter battery is full. NB this will not work with a SMART alternator and is not recommended for Lithium batteries
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If you have a SMART alternator on your Vehicle or want to get the absolute most charge for your Leisure Battery while driving this Battery to Battery charger from Sterling does a great job
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For both installation and fault finding a multi meter is a pretty essential piece of kit. We've tried out this one and since it is fully automatic pretty much anyone could use it.
You can see it in our video here - https://youtu.be/QOunZoujhf0 |
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This budget combined USB charger and volt meter may not be as accurate as more expensive meters and will only show the voltage of your battery. It will help you to keep an eye on the state of your battery at a bargain price.
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Other recommended products
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Where possible we recommend items we've personally tried and tested, these are identified with the "Tried & Tested" logo. Products not showing this logo may be replacement products for previously tested items that are no longer available or products that have been recommended to us.
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