Battery Disconnect Switch (addition)

[Getter-Done]

I am considering the installation of a Good Quality battery disconnect switch.

Main reason I am thinking about doing this is,

My cart is a 1995 Ezgo without a tow switch.

Should I just carry a wrench onboard to disconnect the batteries
(And hope I remember to do so)
If I ever have to tow it at slow speeds for any reason?

Just want to ask for Opinions and suggestions. Thanks

Here is the link to the switch I'm considering.
Link: https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/103050/10002/-1



.

[cgtech]

If you do it, get a good one of this style.

[cgtech]

This kind will crap out quickly.

[Getter-Done]

Thanks cgtech

I will get the good one.



.

[Andy4639]

Not really any reason for a tow switch for your model. For a theft device sure and to just be able to cut the flow of juice off between the batteries is fine.
Just put it in neutral when you tow it.

[Getter-Done]

Andy
Thanks for the Great advice.
This will go on my (To do list now).

I am working on getting it Street legal now.

[ThreeCW]

Here is a recent post that discussed the same topic:

https://www.buggiesgonewild.com/showthread.php?t=168219

I use a Blue Sea 6006 battery switch on my 48 volt cart. I use it daily to power down my cart and avoid any phantom losses ... especially when parked for long periods during the winter.

Specifications are shown in the attachment (300 amp continuous, 500 amps for 5 minutes, 775 amps for 1 minute and 1500 amp for 10 seconds) ... which is much higher rated than anything that you or I see with our carts.

As an example with my heavy duty work cart I have measured 100 amps as a typical load, 200 amps with heavy load / higher speed and 300 - 400 amps under extreme short term conditions.

Note also that the switch lever pops off if desired for security reasons. And this switch has the option of being flush mounted, panel mounted or surface mounted. The switch size is 2.95" x 2.95".

Blue Sea 6006 Battery Switch.jpg

IMG_5926.jpg

Blue Sea 6006 Mounting Options.jpg

[ThreeCW]

Originally Posted by cgtech

If you do it, get a good one of this style.

That Perko 9703 is 5-1/2" x 5-1/2" ... it would take up a lot of real estate where ever you mounted it

[Getter-Done]

Thanks ThreeCW
When I used (search) I put in Disconnect switch and all the Threads were Very old

Thanks for sharing that thread and your info of the switch you used.
I have not ordered one yet. So that looks like the one.

I am trying to do one thing at a time to it.
This way I can keeps the (Bugs) down to a minimum

In a few weeks I have learned a-lot about golf carts Thanks to all the info and help I have got from this Forum

[Cobra,1]

I installed the perk switch cgtech showed under my seat. Only difference is it has key switch
Since I use it as theft protection. Make sure cable size is same if not larger then battery cables connecting batteries.
Installed them on several of my boats over the years. Never a problem.