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<blockquote data-quote="Ryan27" data-source="post: 24680" data-attributes="member: 1074"><p>Hi Golden Tiger,</p><p>Ag Man is on the money. Generators are fine in Vic.</p><p>A lot of my equipment is 12v. I also take a gen set with me on some trips. </p><p>I use a 30amp deep cell marine battery, bought it on EBay delivered for $88</p><p>The weight is good and doesn't tire me carrying it to the areas I prospect.</p><p>Depending on what pump your running and how long you run it for will determine your battery capacity.</p><p>I prolong my time by switching pump off while I'm breaking up the wash material with my pick and cleaning out crevices into a bucket(s)</p><p>Most pumps tell you with there specs the amp draw. Eg an 8amp pump will give you close to 4hrs of use with a 30 amp battery.</p><p>Here's a tip, if your budget allows and you plan to prospect for an extended period of time ?</p><p>Buy two 30amp deep cell batteries. When you change over batteries use your genny to charge the other.</p><p>This will over time give you a saving of fuel. Also it is a pleasure to prospect with a silent 12v set up. The sounds of the bush make the experience memorable.</p><p>I have a 120 amp as well (way too heavy) more suited to the camp site for lighting and accessories. </p><p>I hope this helps a little.</p><p>Ryan</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ryan27, post: 24680, member: 1074"] Hi Golden Tiger, Ag Man is on the money. Generators are fine in Vic. A lot of my equipment is 12v. I also take a gen set with me on some trips. I use a 30amp deep cell marine battery, bought it on EBay delivered for $88 The weight is good and doesn't tire me carrying it to the areas I prospect. Depending on what pump your running and how long you run it for will determine your battery capacity. I prolong my time by switching pump off while I'm breaking up the wash material with my pick and cleaning out crevices into a bucket(s) Most pumps tell you with there specs the amp draw. Eg an 8amp pump will give you close to 4hrs of use with a 30 amp battery. Here's a tip, if your budget allows and you plan to prospect for an extended period of time ? Buy two 30amp deep cell batteries. When you change over batteries use your genny to charge the other. This will over time give you a saving of fuel. Also it is a pleasure to prospect with a silent 12v set up. The sounds of the bush make the experience memorable. I have a 120 amp as well (way too heavy) more suited to the camp site for lighting and accessories. I hope this helps a little. Ryan [/QUOTE]
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