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Hello
Along with upgrading my charging system (AD244 Alternator, larger diameter battery cables, better grounding) I would like to install an ammeter
The instrument would either use a shunt or a wrap around current sensor.
(I do not want to insert a meter directly into the circuit & run full amperage into the cab)
There are a number of good (& pricey) ones on the market
The question is:
Where in the charging circuit do I install the sensor or shunt?
I have seen different (conflicting?) information on the web
Would also like advice on ammeter range.
For example if the max current output of the alternator is 200 amps should the meter range be
-200 to 0 to + 200?
Thanks
Ed
Along with upgrading my charging system (AD244 Alternator, larger diameter battery cables, better grounding) I would like to install an ammeter
The instrument would either use a shunt or a wrap around current sensor.
(I do not want to insert a meter directly into the circuit & run full amperage into the cab)
There are a number of good (& pricey) ones on the market
The question is:
Where in the charging circuit do I install the sensor or shunt?
I have seen different (conflicting?) information on the web
- on the wire from battery negative to ground
- on the wire between battery + and alternator
- on the battery + (primary) wire as it goes to the starter
Would also like advice on ammeter range.
For example if the max current output of the alternator is 200 amps should the meter range be
-200 to 0 to + 200?
Thanks
Ed