My buddy acquired 36 volt 101 lb fortrex trolling motor and is wanting to use it on John boat with only two batteries will this work or cause issues or damage to the motor?
My buddy acquired 36 volt 101 lb fortrex trolling motor and is wanting to use it on John boat with only two batteries will this work or cause issues or damage to the motor?
Trolling motors seem to work O.K. even with low battery voltage, as many damaged batteries are ruined by running them down past their recovery capabilities. Remember, a motor uses power, or wattage to produce thrust. Watts is amps times voltage. If it can't get volts it uses amps at a higher rate, and amps is heat which can damage electronic assemblies. I wouldn't do it personally, because the control board is more than the cost of a new battery.
You can run a 36 volt on 24 volts but not recommended. You will starve the motor and take a toll on the armature and brushes as it will work harder. You will wear it out quicker!
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As stated above, it can be done -- but there are future problems that could exist.
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