Using a Capacitor for lighting systems
03-16-2016, 12:44 PM
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Using a Capacitor for lighting systems
Just wondering if anyone has used a capacitor to help out with draw from the battery for their lightbar systems or whatnot? i dont currently have a lightbar but i am purchasing one to put on so id like to do it without upgrading my alt if possible.
03-16-2016, 02:06 PM
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LED bars (even big ones) draw minimal current, it's one of the many pros of the LED and a larger alt is not needed for a simple add on like that.
Capacitors store energy to release on quick, short bursts of current shortages.
Capacitors store energy to release on quick, short bursts of current shortages.
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