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Is a 100 A solenoid big enough to parallel winch batteries?

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Is a 100 A solenoid big enough to parallel winch batteries?

Post by CT »

If I want to set up my dual batteries to parallel automatically when the winch controller is triggered, is the 100 amp sure power solenoid big enough? They also do the 200 amp but it is more $ ($200 vs $375 respectively).

Any thoughts?

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Post by lump_a_charcoal »

I = P/V

I = Amps
P= Power (wattage)
V= Volts

Divide the wattage of the motors by 12V and the result will be your answer.
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Post by Thylacine »

Large winches will pull over 400A at max load, depending on vehicle size, winch size/condition, type of use.
100A is too small, but 200A should see you right unless above applies.
Ensure to get a "continuous-duty" type solenoid, and check electrical wholesalers etc as $200 is *way* too much.
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Post by hulsty »

I use a 200A ( i think) continuous solenoid to parallel my batteries, works fine. Gets warm though, so do the cables. Was about $80 to buy.
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Post by bru21 »

hey mate I have heaps of new col herse 100a solinoids lying around.

$50ea plus postage

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Post by CT »

Thanks for the info.

Those prices are for the ARB smart solenoids.

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Post by GUtripper »

ARB aint always smart, just pricey.
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