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'''Starlink Wiring'''<br>
'''General'''<br>
The wire provided with the Starlink Mini is long enough to reach the solar arch but the 28 gauge wire inside results in a large voltage loss (approximately 7V over 30 feet) when powered with 12VDC.  This causes frequent reboots of the system.<br><br>
Manufacturer: Starlink<br>
The solution is using a small Victron DC-to-DC converter that boosts the system 12VDC (13.3V) up to 24VDC with an On/Off switch located on the starboard stairs ledge.<br>
Model/Part Number: Mini<br>
Location: Stern berth closet with an On/Off switch located on the starboard stairs ledge<br>
Wiring: The wire provided with the Starlink Mini is long enough to reach the solar arch but the 28 gauge wire inside results in a large voltage loss (approximately 7V over 30 feet), causing frequent reboots of the system<br>
Upgrade: Use a small Victron DC-to-DC converter boosts the 12VDC (13.3V) up to 24VDC to eliminate reboots<br>
'''Links'''<br>
*WikiPage:'' [https://strikhedonia.com/Seawind1160Wiki/index.php?title=DC_to_DC_Converter Internal Link]<br>

Latest revision as of 17:05, 13 September 2026

General
Manufacturer: Starlink
Model/Part Number: Mini
Location: Stern berth closet with an On/Off switch located on the starboard stairs ledge
Wiring: The wire provided with the Starlink Mini is long enough to reach the solar arch but the 28 gauge wire inside results in a large voltage loss (approximately 7V over 30 feet), causing frequent reboots of the system
Upgrade: Use a small Victron DC-to-DC converter boosts the 12VDC (13.3V) up to 24VDC to eliminate reboots
Links

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