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    GFCI 2 pole breaker question

    Will it work? Yes The current balance in the breaker works when setup as you describe. Code I can't be sure about. And any local inspector you...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Dec 13, 2013 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    We need a rescue boat.

    There are a variety of boats that will work. Depends upon how and in what conditions you intend to employ it. IIRC the 25ft safeboat USCG RBS...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Sep 12, 2012 in forum: Boat Design
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    Digital volt-amp meter with amp sense question

    The sensing element is a current transformer. So it will take the vector sum of the current(s) passing thru it. If the currents are exactly out of...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Aug 6, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    create a shore-gen-invertor-off switch using solid state parts

    Manufacturer - Unknown Third Party Surveillance - none? Connectors 0.250 in. Faston tabs, which are rated for 15A?, on a 30A relay?
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Aug 3, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    My onan MCCK generator is overcharging the start battery

    If I am reading the correct service manual that is a 1.56A charger on the low charge rate. What sized battery do you have that is reaching 17V?...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Aug 2, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    create a shore-gen-invertor-off switch using solid state parts

    Excuse me didn't mean to imply that only a approved switch could be used nor to imply that Homer Simpson might visit this board. Actually I...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Jul 31, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    create a shore-gen-invertor-off switch using solid state parts

    Would you touch MT2 while MT1 was live? In the OP's Virginia. After a major coastal storm there will be several million generators online and...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Jul 31, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    outboad hydroplane and motor choice?

    A Yamatto 102 or 302 is probably cheaper and a better fit. Just remember the Yamatto doesn't have a water pump a relies on the prop surface...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Jul 31, 2012 in forum: Outboards
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    create a shore-gen-invertor-off switch using solid state parts

    It depends Depends upon Manufacturer. A major supplier in the heavy industrial market is already building a switch with design margin and...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Jul 30, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    create a shore-gen-invertor-off switch using solid state parts

    Technically of Legally? Being in the US your local Authority Having Jurisdiction wont be too happy if they find out about it. There are NEC/UL...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Jul 30, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    help me with this variable wire wound power resistor

    Your Resistor is made by Ohmite. The value can be determined as mentioned above or probably legible on the under side. The metal posts only go in...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Jul 19, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    AC wiring

    It creates a ground loop, which causes electrical noise to circulate around the loop between the PE/N connection at the transformer and your boat....
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Jul 13, 2012 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    The latest on computer and instrument networking

    If the intent is for one to be able to double check on what is happening. Then I don't see illumination as an issue. If there isn't some Seal...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, May 3, 2011 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    The latest on computer and instrument networking

    WebPage is easy once you have ethernet/WiFi access for the device. The real question is what information you choose to broadcast, and which...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Apr 22, 2011 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls
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    The latest on computer and instrument networking

    Monitoring is one thing. Controlling Throttle Position, Rudder, Pumps etc. is something else. There are not many fixed installations running Real...
    Post by: Lt. Kludge, Apr 22, 2011 in forum: OnBoard Electronics & Controls