BATTERIES - SERIES/PARALLEL CONNECTION
Battery Configurations - in Series and Parallel:
There are 2 ways to connect batteries together. By putting the batteries in series, you double the voltage while keeping the amp-hours the same. The other method is a parallel connection, which will double the amp-hours while keeping the voltage the same. Depending on the voltage requirements, type of batteries used, and which ampere-hours are needed, one or both connection methods will need to be utilized.
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Battery connection in series
Below you can see some examples of batteries connected in series. This type of connection doubles the voltage while keeping the amp-hours the same.
- 6 volt batteries connected in series to form 12 volts 220 amp-hour.
- 12 volt batteries connected in series to form 24 volts 100 amp-hour.
Connecting batteries in parallel
Below you can see some examples of batteries connected in parallel. This method will double the amp-hours while keeping the voltage the same.
- 12 volt batteries connected in parallel to form 12 volts 200 amp-hour.
- (4) 12 volt batteries connected in parallel to form 12 volts 400 amp-hour.
Connecting batteries in series and parallel!
Below you can see some examples of batteries connected in series and parallel. The purpose of connecting the batteries in series and parallel is relevant when you want to achieve a specific voltage and only have one type of batteries with a voltage different from the desired one.
- (4) 6 volt batteries connected in series and parallel to form 12 volts 440 amp-hour.
There are many voltage configurations that can be chosen, but the most common for solar and wind power are 12, 24, and 48 volts. Most inverters, charge controllers are available in these voltages. We hope these examples will help you in creating your battery bank.
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