Battery level indicator replacement

rex_seadog

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A few years ago we fitted one of those black switch panels which are shown in many of the chandlery catalogues and comprise three illuminated switches, a cigar lighter and battery level indicator. The problem now is that the battery level indicator has given up the ghost and although it was probably never particularly accurate I would like to see it working again. Does anyone know where to get a replacement battery level indicator or failing that the manufacturer of these panels - the chandlers I have contacted seem unable (or unwilling) to help. Like most things it will probably be cheaper to replace the entire panel!

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Don't despair. Try and get sight of a RS or Maplins Catalogue. Or if you have a local electrical/radio/hobbies shop try them. You might not find an identical replacement but I am sure you should find something pretty close.

I blew the budget and fitted a LCD digital job - gives the votage to 2 decimal places. The only thing, I failed to include was a back light - have to use torch to read it at night.

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Yes, Trevethan and Steve28, that is indeed the one but, being a cheapskate, I was hoping I could just replace the battery indicator which is simply attached by two screws. I've also checked the RS catalogue but the exact replacement is not listed. As one of the chandlers said, the panel is probably made in China and it will be difficult to buy the gauge separately.

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Index Marine do an LED voltage indicator, but at a cost!

Have a look at <A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.indexmarine.co.uk>http://www.indexmarine.co.uk</A> and then click on Battery Condition.

BATTERY CONDITION MONITOR
Green, Amber and Red LED indicators for High, Normal and Charge.
Monitors 2 batteries, 12v. 100 x 60mm. C-2671 £34.15





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