Aug 11, 2017 At first, parallel connections might seem like better ways to send data - so why are most modern interfaces like USB serial? Visit https://www.tunnelbear.com. Apr 12, 2018 Solar; Parallel vs Serial Discussion I just ordered a 4th 100 watt panel and an MPPT 40 amp controller with a plan to also convert to a serial connection. I'm getting some 'analysis paralysis' though and wanted to see some opinions on the parallel versus serial question. A parallel connection is required with LED lighting on 12V, 24V, and 230V. In this case you use a voltage power feed. With a parallel connection the starting points (+) and end points (-) of the different spots are connected to each other. In contrast to a serial connection, the power in a parallel connection can run through several circuits.
While researching lithium batteries, you’ve probably seen the terms series and parallel mentioned. We frequently get asked the question, 'what’s the difference between series and parallel”, “can RELiON batteries be connected in series” and similar questions. It can be confusing if you’re new to lithium batteries or batteries in general, but hopefully we can help simplify it.
Let’s start at the beginning…your battery bank. The battery bank is the result of connecting two or more batteries together for a single application (i.e. a sailboat). What does joining more than one battery together accomplish? By connecting the batteries, you either increase the voltage or amp-hour capacity, and sometimes both, ultimately allowing for more power and/or energy.
The first thing you need to know is that there are two primary ways to successfully connect two or more batteries: The first is called a series connection and the second is called a parallel connection.
Series connections involve connecting 2 or more batteries together to increase the voltage of the battery system, but keeps the same amp-hour rating. Keep in mind in series connections each battery needs to have the same voltage and capacity rating, or you can end up damaging the battery. To connect batteries in series, you connect the positive terminal of one battery to the negative of another until the desired voltage is achieved. When charging batteries in series, you need to utilize a charger that matches the system voltage. We recommend you charge each battery individually, with a multi-bank charger, to avoid imbalance between batteries.
In the image below, there are two 12V batteries connected in series which turns this battery bank into a 24V system. You can also see that the bank still has a total capacity rating of 100 Ah.
Tajima Serial Connection Vs Parallel Cable
Parallel connections involve connecting 2 or more batteries together to increase the amp-hour capacity of the battery bank, but your voltage stays the same. To connect batteries in parallel, the positive terminals are connected together via a cable and the negative terminals are connected together with another cable until you reach your desired capacity.
A parallel connection is not meant to allow your batteries to power anything above its standard voltage output, but rather increase the duration for which it could power equipment. It’s important to note that when charging batteries that are connected in parallel, the increased amp-hour capacity may require a longer charge time.
In the example below, we have two 12V batteries, but you see the amp-hours increase to 200 Ah.
Now we get to the question, “Can RELiON batteries be connected in series or parallel?”
Tajima Serial Connection Vs Parallel Tool
Standard Product Line: Our standard lithium batteries can be wired in either series or parallel based on what you’re trying to accomplish in your specific application. RELiON’s data sheets indicate the number of batteries that can be connected in series by model. We typically recommend a maximum of 4 batteries in parallel for our standard product, however there may be exceptions that allow for more depending on your application.
High Performance Series: HP Series batteries can be connected in parallel only.
What Is A Serial Connection
InSight Series: InSight batteries can only be connected in parallel and allows for up to 10 batteries in parallel.
It’s important to understand the difference between parallel and series configurations, and the effects they have on your battery bank’s performance. Whether you’re seeking an increase in voltage or amp-hour capacity, knowing these two configurations is vastly important in maximizing your lithium battery’s life and overall performance.
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DISCLAIMER: This may or may not work to transfer designs to tajima's via a serial connection!!!
No clue if this will actually work with your machine or not but similar settings work very well with Toyota embroidery machines so it's worth a shot.
Download and install Embroidery Fonts Plus: http://www.embroiderytools.com/free.htm
Configure your computer's COM port. To do this(assuming Windows XP), goto Windows 'Start' --> 'Control Panel' --> 'System' --> 'Hardware' --> 'Device Manager' --> 'Ports' --> 'Communications Port (COMx) - where 'x' is a number typically COM1, and then 'Port Settings'.
Bits per Second: 9600
Data Bits: 8
Parity: Odd
Stop Bits: 2
Flow Control: Hardware
Run EFP, goto 'File' --> 'Open' and choose the DST file you wish to load. It should open in a black box inside of EFP. Go back to 'File' --> 'Send to' --> 'Tajima Emb. Machine' --> 'Via communication port'
On the embroidery machine, enter the command to accept a file from the serial connection. Consult your operator's manual for the specific sequence to use to accept a file over a serial connection. Maybe use a 3 or 4 SET instead of the 5 SET used with floppy disks. Cross your fingers and hope the data transfers. After receiving the file, control will be returned to the operator and it's time to enter your needle sequence.
Hopefully that will work. If not, you're only out some time it takes to download, install, and configure some software.
No clue if this will actually work with your machine or not but similar settings work very well with Toyota embroidery machines so it's worth a shot.
Download and install Embroidery Fonts Plus: http://www.embroiderytools.com/free.htm
Configure your computer's COM port. To do this(assuming Windows XP), goto Windows 'Start' --> 'Control Panel' --> 'System' --> 'Hardware' --> 'Device Manager' --> 'Ports' --> 'Communications Port (COMx) - where 'x' is a number typically COM1, and then 'Port Settings'.
Bits per Second: 9600
Data Bits: 8
Parity: Odd
Stop Bits: 2
Flow Control: Hardware
Run EFP, goto 'File' --> 'Open' and choose the DST file you wish to load. It should open in a black box inside of EFP. Go back to 'File' --> 'Send to' --> 'Tajima Emb. Machine' --> 'Via communication port'
On the embroidery machine, enter the command to accept a file from the serial connection. Consult your operator's manual for the specific sequence to use to accept a file over a serial connection. Maybe use a 3 or 4 SET instead of the 5 SET used with floppy disks. Cross your fingers and hope the data transfers. After receiving the file, control will be returned to the operator and it's time to enter your needle sequence.
Hopefully that will work. If not, you're only out some time it takes to download, install, and configure some software.