Tagged with 'auxiliary battery'

An auxiliary battery, also called a secondary battery, is an extra battery installed in your vehicle, trailer, RV, or boat. While the starter battery is dedicated to cranking the engine, the auxiliary battery powers your accessories and equipment. 

When we’re Overlanding and living on the road, batteries play a big part of our activities. No longer do we seem to be able to live these leisurely camping activities without the need of a fridge, lights and/or any other non-essential power-hungry device. But the big questions when choosing a battery for these systems are What Sort, What Type and How Long?  

Want a stress free Christmas off-road with the family? REDARC are here to help with some tips and tricks from the industries best. Discover more here.

When charging an auxiliary battery, our BCDC In-Vehicle Chargers deliver charging currents in excess of 25Amps for sustained periods of time. Within this charging circuit, the charger, fuse/holders, and associated connections are going to be stressed and, if not adequately cabled and connected, could lead to an excessive increase in circuit resistance, temperatures and reduced performance.

REDARC has put together some tips on keeping your batteries charged in the cold.

In choosing an auxiliary battery, you might question ‘what battery should I get?’ REDARC talk you through the different options.

Do you want to be able to run a portable fridge in your truck or 4WD? REDARC have the answer.

Considering a life on the road and joining the vanlife revolution? Find out how to setup a van power management system to power all life's necessities.

The impact of the COVID-19 virus has affected each one of us, with these unprecedented times bringing challenges to families, communities, and businesses. For now, most RV sites and national parks have been temporarily closed meaning our trucks, camper trailers and rv's have been locked up.

Shaun Whale from Australian 4WD Action visited the REDARC factory so he could see first-hand where his trusted 12V products are designed and manufactured. During his visit, Shaun used the opportunity to explain the purpose of each of product and the benefits they bring to 12v builds for trucks.

Here at REDARC, we say the battery is the heart of a dual battery system. It stores and provides the essential power to operate all of your auxiliary powered devices. But just like any other product, there are some crucial points that require closer attention when setting up your ideal dual battery system.

REDARC Electronics to supply BCDC In-vehicle battery chargers to Renault for latest fleet of vehicles equipped with advanced variable voltage (smart) alternators.