The Move to a 48-Volt Future
October 30, 2023
An increasing number of industry leaders are embracing the advantages of 48-volt systems.
An increasing number of industry leaders are embracing the advantages of 48-volt systems.
Advances in battery technology — particularly lithium-iron-phosphate and more efficient, higher-output inverters — are inching closer to enabling on-board comforts without an internal combustion generator.
The recently released E-13 Standard from the American Boat & Yacht Council could go a long way toward helping boatbuilders, insurers and other industry players feel more comfortable about vessels that incorporate this technology.
While some may be underwhelmed with the slower pace of new-product releases, there is some tech on the horizon that I find quite exciting to help make boating safer, easier and more sustainable.
An increasing number of industry leaders are embracing the advantages of 48-volt systems.
Advances in battery technology — particularly lithium-iron-phosphate and more efficient, higher-output inverters — are inching closer to enabling on-board comforts without an internal combustion generator.
The recently released E-13 Standard from the American Boat & Yacht Council could go a long way toward helping boatbuilders, insurers and other industry players feel more comfortable about vessels that incorporate this technology.
While some may be underwhelmed with the slower pace of new-product releases, there is some tech on the horizon that I find quite exciting to help make boating safer, easier and more sustainable.
