Ice_Man
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Western, MA
I recently purchased CTEK's new 250S Dual DC-DC battery charger. I have an Optima Red Top as my main/starter battery and an Optima Yellow Top as my Auxiliary battery. The XJ is being set up as an expedition build and I will be adding a solar panel at some point in time (which the CTEK will be able to handle). My question for your automotive electrical guys, or any one with experience for that matter, is: will I be able to use this unit in conjunction with a battery isolator switch? I would like to be able to switch to my AUX battery to run things like my radio, interior lights, etc when the engine is off, yet have the CTEK handle charging the batteries when the engine is running or there is a solar panel attached. I would also like the option of joining both batteries in the event that I need them for winching. I am still unclear how the internal isolator function works with the 250S Dual. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.
Heres the link to the CTEK 250S Dual: http://www.ctekbatterychargers.com.au/ctek-d250s-dual.html
And a possible Isolator: http://www.performance4trucks.com/E...c=72&t_s=12&t_pt=5250&t_pl=3486&t_pn=PWP40103
Heres the link to the CTEK 250S Dual: http://www.ctekbatterychargers.com.au/ctek-d250s-dual.html
And a possible Isolator: http://www.performance4trucks.com/E...c=72&t_s=12&t_pt=5250&t_pl=3486&t_pn=PWP40103