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280XP
High-output 280A hairpin-stator alternator (~200A even at idle) for van, RV and marine lithium/AGM banks. Externally regulated (ER kits ship with a Balmar/DC Power regulator) for sustained charging — wire and fuse for near-rated continuous output.
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Nations 280XP · 2 terminals
01 — Reference run
A sizing result with its assumptions attached.
Conductor120 mm²4/0 AWG
Fuse350 Apositive run
Voltage drop2.0%3 m one way
Design current280 A12 V system
The Crimp engine applies its ordinary continuous-load headroom, voltage-drop budget, terminal clamp, and standard fuse ladder. The 3 m one-way run is a stated reference, not a universal installation prescription.
02 — Catalog specification
The part the engine actually sees.
- Rated output
- 280 A
- Typical charge current
- 200 A
- Canvas footprint
- 210 × 115 px
Terminal map
| Terminal | Polarity | Direction | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| B+ | positive | output | 350 A |
| GND | ground | bidi | 350 A |
03 — Supporting parts
What belongs around it.
- 6 m total of 120 mm² (4/0 AWG) marine cable
- Four 120 mm² cable lugs matched to the equipment studs
- 350 A fuse and holder on the positive run
- Heat-shrink, strain relief, and terminal boots sized to the cable
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