LiFePO4

Sep
21
Victron + Wakespeed + Battle Born power system

Victron + Wakespeed + Battle Born power system

I upgrade my power system with Battle Born batteries, Balmar alternators, and Wakespeed regulators to give me way more power and longer time at anchor.
29 min read
Oct
31
Installing and using a Victron LiFePO4 energy system

Installing and using a Victron LiFePO4 energy system

With my LiFePO4 power design complete, I was excited to install and use the new system for most of this sailing season. The installation took longer than a traditional battery installation, and had more complexity, but turned out to be a fantastic setup for the longer trips I went on this summer.
20 min read
Aug
15
Correcting the list - LiFePO4 power system design

Correcting the list - LiFePO4 power system design

Due to weight and features, I decided to convert my sailboat power system to LiFePO4. This article covers the design which settled on Victron components.
19 min read