Galvanic isolator

Tim Porter

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Fluid Motion Model
R-23 (Sterndrive)
Hull Identification Number
A235723
Vessel Name
Scout
Does anyone have a picture of a galvanic isolator installed on CW30? My dealer says they don’t know where/how to install one on CW30. I believe best place is near shore power inlet but not sure enough room.
Tim
 
I have a C-28. I installed a galvanic isolator in the small cabinet under the Cuisinart Microwave. That's where the ELCI is. You might be able to do something similar on C-30. It's gets installed between the ground wire from the shore power connector before the ground goes to the ELCI. Pretty straight forward.
 
I too have a CW 28 and installed my galvanic isolator in the battery compartment on the rear port side. I mounted a 1/2" piece of starboard vertically against the outer hull, using stainless L bracelets, and then mounted the isolator to the starboard. I made sure it was tucked under the compartment overhang so it wouldn't get accidentally wet.
I will try to get some pictures when I get over to the boat.
Hope this helps.
Terry
 
I could get a photo tomorrow, but ours is in the starboard lazarette next to the (if I recall) autopilot pump.
 
Thanks for input. Hope dealer is smart enough to figure it out. I will give him some suggestions based on feedback.
Tim
 
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