Running on Batteries

We frequently get asked how to run the miniRUEDI on batteries for field work at remote locations with no mains power.

Here are the basics to run the miniRUEDI on batteries:

  • The miniRUEDI runs on a voltage of 24 V.
  • The miniRUEDI draws about 2 A current during normal operation, and up to about 5 A or slightly more during startup of the pumps.
  • You need a fuse. Batteries do not like short circuits or similar mishaps. A 10 A rating should be fine.
  • Unplug the 24 V connections of the main power supply unit in the miniRUEDI, and connect the batteries to the miniRUEDI instead.

There are many ways to set up a battery power supply, but here is a simple setup that uses two «12 V car batteries»:

The capacity of the batteries determines how long they will be able to supply power to the miniRUEDI. Two of the typical «12 V car batteries» with a capacity rating of 60 Ah may last up to a full day before they need to be recharged.