Bleed resistor question

[jdz]

Howdy all --

This feels like a stupid question, but I want a quick sense check. Can I use a bleed resistor (20ohm) on a single cell in a 48v/16s pack without disconnecting bus bars? I assume that in the same way I can use a multimeter post to post on a cell and get voltage, I could use a bleed resistor and path of least resistance to bleed down a slightly high cell without having to break the pack apart.

Thanks!

 

[Supervstech]

Yup

 

[Supervstech]

I have used a 500' roll of wire just short em and watch the voltage drop... dont burn your fingers.

 

[jdz]

Thanks for the quick reply and confirmation!

 

[740GLE]

12v car halogen headlights work well too. String a bunch in parallel and you’ll heat up the room quickly while blinding you.