Actually, it's 36 volts nominal, using 18 lead-acid battery cells, but the
running voltage is 42 volts. Just like in a "12-volt" car, when the car's
running the system should measure close to 14 volts.
Henry
At 09:07 PM 1/16/2001 -0500, John Beckett wrote:
>Wonder why 42 volts instead of 24 or 48?
>
>John Beckett
>----- Original Message -----
>From: <RACE427@aol.com>
>To: <land-speed@autox.team.net>
>Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2001 8:34 PM
>Subject: 42 volt systems
>
>
> > 42 volt electrical systems are on their way on passenger cars and trucks
> > within the next 3-5 yrs. Too much electrical drain on 12 volts with all
>the
> > PCM and BCM parasitic draws, etc. Ready or not change is on the horizon.
> > GM is stopping the V6 in their small SUV, straight 6 is coming back !!!!!!
> > Carburetors are dead forever, may they rest in peace, good ridance !!!!
> > Take care, Tony Greco
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