Staff Answer
May 12, 2026 - 07:01 AM
48 volt systems were once considered exotic but now are becoming more common every day. They are used for high power systems where the currents that would be needed at lower voltage become too great. In these situations switching to 48 volts smaller wire sizes and greater power. PKYS stocks a full range of components including:
- Alternators & Regulators: High-output 48V alternators (like Balmar/Arco) used for rapid battery charging while the engine is running.
- Inverter Chargers: Victron Quattro and MultiPlus models designed for 48V inputs, ideal for large power needs.
- Batteries: Lithium-Ion (LiFePO4) banks optimized for 48V architectures.
- Solar Charge Controllers: MPPT controllers that can step down high-voltage solar panel output to a 48V battery bank.
- Circuit Protection: Fuses (like Class T or Mega fuses) and battery switches specifically rated for 48V DC and above.
