>I noticed a reference in the (excellent) Europa Flyer which I just received
>that the use of an aircraft type battery contactor (relay type battery
>isolator) is not recommended as the standard Rotax alternator does not have
>enough output to support the coil current.
>
>My question is, is an 'aircraft type battery contactor (relay type battery
>isolator)' the same as a master solenoid. It sounds the same but can't
>believe the alternator cannot cope. The Europa manual suggests a master
>solenoid draws about 1 amp so should not be a problem.
Don't know the correct answer - the item in the EF was based on my notes of
remarks by Graham Singleton; any observations, Graham?
cheers
Rowland
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