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02-17-2020, 06:32 PM | #11 |
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Re: LED lights/head/tail lights/running lights DIY kit
So here is an edited diagram. Basically operate the reducer (and all accessories) off of a switch installed in battery box. Run the 12v off reducer up to switch in dash that will turn on the lights. So essentially 2 switches to turn lights on. Not connected to ignition.
Then future use if accessories are added, I use the wiring going to dash light switch to power newly added fuse box then run everything off that. |
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02-17-2020, 08:08 PM | #12 |
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Re: LED lights/head/tail lights/running lights DIY kit
I think I found the “black wire with yellow bullet connector”. Is this it circled in red??
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02-17-2020, 08:32 PM | #13 | |
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02-17-2020, 08:35 PM | #14 |
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02-18-2020, 09:01 AM | #16 | |
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I get what you are saying about using the key to switch off the power to the reducer. That’s probably the cleanest. I did like the other suggestion of adding a 48v toggle switch close to the +48v connection also. When using the reducer it will only be for lights. So night time only. If I have 2 switches (one 48v side one 12v side) realistically I could just use the 48v one and leave the 12v on. The 12v one lights up but I’m not sure if it lights up when off or only when on. |
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02-18-2020, 10:08 AM | #17 |
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Re: LED lights/head/tail lights/running lights DIY kit
For some reason I thought you were doing this on a precedent so things will be a bit different on the DS.
If using a relay you can get rid of the 48v switch altogether. The relay can draw power from the switched side of the key switch and will turn the reducer on when the key switch is on. You will need to make sure you have a suppression diode on the coil side of the relay so it doesn't damage other electronics that the key switch provides power for. Most 48v relays do not have a diode built in. You'll then have a 12v switch on the dash for the lights on/off. You can also use the same 12v supply for the light switch to bring power to other switches if you decide to add other things later down the road. Just remember these reducers don't output unlimited current, so you need to be careful about how much power is being drawn from them or they can overheat, and/or let their magic smoke out. |
02-18-2020, 11:20 AM | #18 |
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Re: LED lights/head/tail lights/running lights DIY kit
Here is what is coming Today:
Relay: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Inline fuse holders: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 12v Dash Light Switches: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 20A Reducer: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Lights for headlights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Lights for taillights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 48v Switches: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I really have no plans to add more 12v accessories. BUT, if I did, it would maybe be a USB charger. I'm not sure how the diode is wired etc but it sounds like another piece I wasn't expecting. If I use the 48v switch, I don't need the diode or the relay, correct? Obviously there are more ways to skin this cat. I just want it to be: 1. Safe and simple with the least wiring possible 2. I don't mind flipping 2 switches instead of one. Lights will be most likely a rarity but I don't want to be limited to daylight. 3. This cart will be used in short spurts around the block so to speak. Not traveling to destinations and parking, leaving the cart etc. It will be driven around then back home. 4. Most of the stuff I ordered comes with extras. In my experience most of the chinese stuff works but it's nice to have easily swappable spares. ;) |
02-18-2020, 11:23 AM | #19 |
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Re: LED lights/head/tail lights/running lights DIY kit
Wouldn't this be a power savings? So only use the reducer at night when I need the lights. Otherwise daytime (most likely when this is used) the reducer isn't even on.
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02-18-2020, 11:52 AM | #20 |
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Re: LED lights/head/tail lights/running lights DIY kit
Why use a relay if you're coming off the key side to power on the Voltage reducer?
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