Sterling Pro Split R Alternator Splitting System 12V - 180A (3 Bank) Instruction Manual

1. Продукт бүтүп калдыview

The Sterling Pro Split R is an advanced 0.0V drop alternator splitting system designed to efficiently manage charging across multiple battery banks. This intelligent system is a significant improvement over older diode-based splitting systems, which often caused substantial voltage drops and inefficient charging. The Pro Split R ensures optimal charging by prioritizing the engine start battery and then intelligently distributing power to other battery banks as needed.

Негизги өзгөчөлүктөрү

• 0.0V Drop Technology: Provides negligible voltage drop across the current range, ensuring maximum charging efficiency, unlike traditional diode-based systems.
• Overload Design: The 180A rated model is continuously rated for 240A, with an overload capacity exceeding 2000A, ensuring robust performance.
• Микропроцессордук башкаруу: Intelligently manages charging for all connected batteries, preventing back-feed under high load conditions and isolating the alternator or individual battery banks in case of issues.
• Жалпы шайкештик: Suitable for use with all types of alternators and battery chemistries, offering simple B+ plug-and-play installation.
• Fail-Safe Operation: In the event of a unit failure, the engine start battery and alternator remain connected, ensuring continued vehicle or vessel operation. It prioritizes engine start battery charging.
• IP66 Fully Waterproof: Designed for durability and reliability in harsh environments.
• High Safety Elements: Incorporates extensive safety and control features to protect the electrical system and ensure power is directed efficiently.

Сүрөт: Жогорку view of the Sterling Pro Split R 12V-180A (3 bank) Alternator Splitting System, showing connection terminals and robust construction.

2. Орнотуу боюнча колдонмо

Орнотуунун жалпы эскертүүлөрү

The Pro Split R system is designed for straightforward installation, often described as 'B+ plug and play'. It connects between your alternator and multiple battery banks (up to 3 banks for this model). Ensure all connections are secure and properly insulated to prevent short circuits.

Маанилүү шайкештик эскертүүсү: This product is generally not suitable for modern European vehicles or any vehicle equipped with an advanced Engine Control Unit (ECU) that manages regenerative braking or other complex charging profiles. For such applications, consider Sterling's Battery to Battery Charger range.

Электр линиялары

Detailed wiring diagrams illustrate the connection points for the alternator, engine start battery, and auxiliary (domestic/leisure) battery banks. The system typically involves connecting the alternator's positive output to the Pro Split R's input, and then connecting the Pro Split R's outputs to the positive terminals of each battery bank. Ground connections should be robust and shared across the system.

The Pro Split R includes a sense stud that allows seamless integration with Sterling's alternator regulators, optimizing the split charging process. Always refer to the comprehensive wiring diagrams provided in the full product manual for your specific setup to ensure correct and safe installation.

Сүрөт: алдыңкы view of the Sterling Pro Split R 12V-180A (3 bank) Alternator Splitting System, highlighting its compact design and robust casing.

3. Операция

How the Pro Split R Works

The Pro Split R intelligently manages the charging process by first ensuring the engine start battery is adequately charged. Once the start battery reaches a satisfactory charge level, the system then directs the alternator's output to the domestic/leisure battery banks. This prioritization ensures reliable engine starting while also efficiently charging auxiliary batteries.

Charging Priority and Distribution

The microprocessor control allows for dynamic power distribution, sending the most power to the battery bank that demands it most. This prevents issues like back-feeding power from a domestic bank to a more demanding one. The 0.0V drop technology ensures that the alternator's full potential is utilized for charging, leading to faster and more complete battery charging cycles compared to older, less efficient systems.

4. Техникалык тейлөө

Жалпы тейлөө

The Sterling Pro Split R is designed for minimal maintenance. Due to its IP66 waterproof rating and robust construction, it is highly resistant to environmental factors. Periodically inspect all wiring connections for tightness and corrosion. Ensure the unit's casing is free from excessive dirt or debris to allow for proper heat dissipation. No user-serviceable parts are inside the unit.

5. Кыйынчылыктарды

Жалпы маселелер жана чечимдер

The Pro Split R is designed to mitigate common charging problems associated with older diode-based systems, such as battery sulfation due to undercharging (e.g., domestic battery at 12.8V not receiving charge) or battery boiling due to overcharging (e.g., engine battery at 15.8V). If you experience charging issues, first verify all wiring connections are correct and secure, and check the alternator's output voltagд түз.

Fail-Safe Mechanism

A key safety feature of the Pro Split R is its fail-safe design. Should the unit experience an internal failure, it is engineered to ensure that the engine start battery and the alternator remain connected. This critical function guarantees that the vehicle or vessel can continue to operate safely, providing power to essential systems and allowing the engine to start. The system also isolates the main alternator from batteries if the alternator itself fails, preventing overcharging or damage to the battery banks.

Сүрөт: каптал view of the Sterling Pro Split R 12V-180A (3 bank) Alternator Splitting System, showing its robust casing and mounting points.

6. Техникалык шарттар

Electrical and Physical Specifications (Model: PSR183)

Таңгактоо маалыматы

• Пакеттин өлчөмдөрү (L x W x Y): 8.9 x 6.06 x 3.27 дюйм
• Пакет Салмагы: 1.38 килограмм