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<blockquote data-quote="wingless" data-source="post: 8528555" data-attributes="member: 670965">When I am testing my generator per the FSM using my clamp on ammeter and my carbon pile load, the test is specified for 1,250 RPM so that is the condition I use for testing.It would not be appropriate to specify a generator output for idle speed. The vehicle uses the battery as a reservoir to supply during periods when current draw exceeds demand and to replenish when draw is less than supply.Extended periods of maximum draw at idle is an abnormal condition. The addition of an extra battery(ies) could be a better solution than hoping that the generator output at idle is better for different models.My boat has 2,500 watts of stereo output. My setup has three or five group 31 125Ah batteries (switch selectable), plus I can switch on a generator-powered 70A charger to stay ahead of extended operation at ear bleeding volumes. The three batteries are plenty for normal usage w/ the generator off.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="wingless, post: 8528555, member: 670965"] When I am testing my generator per the FSM using my clamp on ammeter and my carbon pile load, the test is specified for 1,250 RPM so that is the condition I use for testing. It would not be appropriate to specify a generator output for idle speed. The vehicle uses the battery as a reservoir to supply during periods when current draw exceeds demand and to replenish when draw is less than supply. Extended periods of maximum draw at idle is an abnormal condition. The addition of an extra battery(ies) could be a better solution than hoping that the generator output at idle is better for different models. My boat has 2,500 watts of stereo output. My setup has three or five group 31 125Ah batteries (switch selectable), plus I can switch on a generator-powered 70A charger to stay ahead of extended operation at ear bleeding volumes. The three batteries are plenty for normal usage w/ the generator off. [/QUOTE]

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