- Jun 5, 2016
- 5,626
- Boat Info
- 410 Sundancer
2001
12" Axiom and 9" Axiom+ MFD
- Engines
- Cat 3126 V-Drives
Laying out a NMEA2000 network on the boat. I have different parts of the network powered from different sources, such as the left and right engine display power by the associated engine start switch such that it would power up when the switch is in the run position just as the gauges do now.
What about a single component that has input from both engines. An example would be a Maretron TMP100 for EGT measurement. One unit but measures temp on both engines. I want it to be powered if the port or starboard or both engines are running.
Can I have 2 12V sources powering a single power tap? God/bad practice? I dont see why it cant be done this way, but maybe a better way?
What about a single component that has input from both engines. An example would be a Maretron TMP100 for EGT measurement. One unit but measures temp on both engines. I want it to be powered if the port or starboard or both engines are running.
Can I have 2 12V sources powering a single power tap? God/bad practice? I dont see why it cant be done this way, but maybe a better way?