Using DC Charging with a Dual Battery System is one of the fastest ways to deliver instant power to car batteries without the need for a separate charger to convert it.
Whether you're thinking of adopting some off-grid living, travelling around Australia in your car or using equipment such as a portable fridge for camping purposes, investing in a reliable Dual Battery System will ensure your car's battery is powered sufficiently at all times.
In this article, we'll look at some of the benefits of using a Dual Battery System and how it can make your life easier and more comfortable, no matter what situation you find yourself in.
1. A DC-DC Charger is the ideal "safety back up support" to your main battery.
The last thing you want to experience while travelling on the road is a dead battery. To ensure your vehicle is always ready to start up and get going again, installing a secondary Dual Battery System with a DC Charger will ensure you don't get stranded in the middle of nowhere. Furthermore, it also provides you with the flexibility to power up your gadgets (should you need to charge your phone) without having to rely on keeping your engine running.
In most cases, your auxillary battery will also be a deep cycle battery. This means it's been specifically designed to discharge and recharge, without impacting the lifespan of the battery. As a result, you will never have to worry about it draining your starter battery - giving you peace of mind should your main battery fail.
2. The ability to charge using Solar Panels without exhausting your vehicle's battery.
A DC charger is an integral component to any dual battery set up. Depending on the amount you want to spend and the quality you go for, you can find multiple DC charging units that come equipped with features such as a Solar Regulator.
This enables you to connect your solar panel directly to the charger, without over compensating and draining your existing car battery. Not only that, it continues to charge even while your engine is off, ensuring maximum power/energy retention when travelling on or off road.
Not sure where to put a Dual Battery System in your vehicle? In most cases, a DBS can be installed using custom trays in the boot of the car. If there's limited space under the bonnet, this is usually the most versatile option.
3. Greater peace of mind when travelling, camping or holidaying.
When travelling away from home, it's wise to expect the unexpected. Whether it's a weekend away, camping with family for a few weeks or taking an extended break travelling around the country, a dual battery system can come in handy, especially when combined with a DC-DC charger.
Why DC you ask? Well, put simply a DC-DC charger will ensure you won't flatten your vehicle's starting battery, providing you with less stress and greater control when on holidays. One of the best things we find with DC-DC chargers, is that it alerts your generator to create more energy, which in turn increases the current from the alternator, while simultaneously charges the auxillary battery quicker.
So, if you're keen to have some reserve energy capacity to charge your personal electronics, phone, laptop or even a portable car fridge, installing a Dual Battery System is a surefire way to ensure a more comfortable journey away from the comforts of home.
If you want to learn more about DC Charging, Dual Battery Systems and the best one for your needs, don't hesitate to contact us at Concourse Auto Electrical on 0414 978 072 for more information.