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Old 04-25-2012, 11:10 AM   #9
JohnnieB
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Default Re: Adding a volt meter

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Originally Posted by deerlover View Post
I actually just ordered this for my cart. What does the number on the meter represent?

Example, if I am running a 36 volt system and my batteries are fully charged, what should it read. If it gets to around 75% charge, what should it read?

probably in the instructions, but I am an impatient one!
Here is a chart showing State of Charge vs Voltage. The reading are taken 12 hours after batteries come off charge.

38.22V is a full charge, but will read a bit higher with new batteries.
37.14V is 70% and 37.50V is 80%, so 75% would be about 37.32V

Also, to get an accurate SoC estimate, let the battery pack rest a few minutes after driving. (Eletrolyte stratifies while batteries are being discharged and give low readings)


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Originally Posted by Rangerdaniel View Post
Scotty I will be ordering one today. There are a few on your site. Which do you recommend for a 95 medalist?
Great question about what it should read.
I am wondering the same.
I'm not Scotty, but there is just one DVM,with different mounting plates.
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