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Old 08-07-2018, 03:25 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Yeah, I'll probably just experiment to see how it goes, and measure current flow given difference scenarios.

My motorcycle probably wouldn't put out too much current for the BMS to handle, but as you mention, it probably won't charge at all if it's not getting more than 14.8v. If that's the case, I'll see if it still serves a balance function. Was really hoping it could provide low voltage disconnect ability.

Maybe I'll put one of these batteries in a car, and use a small solar panel as the charge input. I'm assuming it's ok to use the charge connection and leave the load connection unused.
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