Date: Sun, 11 Nov 2007 19:03:18 +0000
From: Eeyore <rabbitsfriendsandrelationsnospamail.com>
Subject: Re: Heated seat ? How much power do they use ?
MH wrote:
> > I'm a little concerned about the battery charge level if I use them a lot.
> Don't worry, if the charge light does not come on it is OK.
>
> > Does anyone know how much current they draw ?
> I think there's a 5 A fuse in that circuit so it will not be more than that.
Good point. I'll look for that fuse.
> I know aftermarket seat heaters are 45 W/seat, so, at 12 V that is 3,75 A.
It's a more modest amount than I'd imagined. It's very effective.
Graham
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