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Huge upgrade for our new boat [Ep. 96]
30 May 2025 · 46 min · 40K views
What this video covers
The crew of Supernova replaces eight lead-acid house batteries with ten lithium batteries to increase electrical capacity and reduce total weight by approximately 100 kilograms.26:18 The installation requires clearing the port and starboard forward cabin forward cabin floor compartments, removing corroded lugs, and re-terminating cables.3:20 The project involves configuring a complex DC system supporting 12-volt, 24-volt, and 48-volt circuits, alongside 120-volt and 230-volt AC power.8:53 To manage the new lithium bank, the crew utilises the Victron Connect app to monitor charging parameters and update default security PINs to prevent unauthorised access from nearby vessels.44:03 During the process, the crew also repairs a swivelling helm seat and recertifies the boat's life rafts.44:49 The installation highlights the necessity of cleaning corroded electrical connections and the importance of verifying polarity with a multimeter before drilling new cable routing holes.22:17 Proper planning and allowing extra time for unexpected complications are essential when upgrading to lithium battery systems.45:08
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