Post your questions here or you can contact me at solidstatepowerbox@gmail.com
UPDATE 1/29/2014:
Here is a preliminary installation guide specific to the XS650.
http://www.keepandshare.com/doc/6801365/preliminary-sspb-installation-guide-xs650-pdf-2-1-meg?da=y
I'll continue to update this as questions or issues arise.
Jim
Here are the drawings for a basic setup on a fuse box model (stock and conversion to SSPB).
Basically the SSPB has 4 power outputs on
It should be pretty clear that each of those SSPB outputs goes to power those respective circuits.
The SSPB also needs two inputs from Ignition Switch and Kill switch but in this case we are adding an additional Start Sw for headlamp cutout.
There is still an additional 10 amp circuit for additional accessories (horn or aux headlamp/driving lights). Thos connections are not shown but they could be configured in one of three ways.
There are also the primary wire connection that come out the side of the SSPB. 14 ga RED primaries go to the battery and the main charging output wire from the rectifier. This improves charging by making the power connections go straight to the SSPB.
The SSPB also needs a ground and a 16ga wire with ring lug is provided.
The wires I added are most all brown to match the original diagram, but I did change the thickness to differentiate between the OUTPUTS (thicker) and SW input (which are thinner). All wire connections are shown with a heavy black dot.
The primary benefits you see from here are that there is no longer any significant current running through either the IGN switch (only parking light power) or the Motor Stop switch. SIGNAL,HEADLAMP and IGNITION circuits remain segregated with equivalent "safe" solid state relays. So although there are some slight differences over the years as to how each of these circuits is wired in the harness, the connections shown at the fusebox will always be the same.
As is this is a minimum configuration, I have omitted the additional ACC channel for clarity.
In order to get the headlamp cutout from the solenoid signal, the wiring has to be reconfigured for high side control as is more traditional. If you don't have and Engine stop or a push button the SSPB defaults back to IGN switch control only. Of course because all power from battery and Alternator is routed through the SSPB it is fully protected "safe power" with the built in current and thermal limiting.
Hi XS650 Owners,
My name is Jim (AKA Posplayr) and I'm an electrical engineer that has designed and built what I call the Solid State Power Box. It is a fuse-box replacement to provide enhanced features for your motorcycle that are only attainable by the integration of modern automotive grade electronics.
The Solid State Power Box (SSPB) was originally conceived as an upgrade to the GS Suzuki standard fuse boxes which you can find described in links at the GS Resources where I am a long time member.
See the All NEW Solid State Power Box and INSTALLATIONS
So while the SSPB form factor was designed to fit the GS Suzuki's as it turns out the functionality would benefit most any of the older non fuel injected bikes. So I'm here to see if anyone would be interested in the SSPB; they are available in limited (US Made) production. The first 10 have been delivered to GS Suzuki owners.
What the SSPB is about:
The SSPB eliminates your conventional fuse box for power distribution. It eliminates the stress on your harness for battery and charging loads. It also distributes your power without overloading your ignition, kill or other accessory switches because it has the equivalent of 5 internal solid state relays. Those switches only need to signal the SSPB to turn power on. Each channel is capable of 10 amps with a total limited for safety to 20 amps. It does all of this in a very compact form factor ( 3.9"x1.7"x1.5" LxWxH) excluding the 10 pin Molex connector.
The SSPB has 1 un-switched channel and 4 switched channels. The typical inputs to the SSPB are the ignition switch and the kill switch to control your Signal and Ignition circuits respectively. If you like you can also control your headlamp circuit to cutout during starter cranking or just allow it to be controlled by the ignition switch. The fourth switched channel is for an accessory that can be controlled by your option of either the ignition switch , separate +12V switch or ground switch. Of course the un-switched channel can be used to either add other accessories or accommodate a trickle charger.
Each solid state channel provides "Safe Power" because it can detect shorts and thermal overloads virtually instantaneously. Under a short condition, the SSPB will limit excessive currents, and if it persists, then thermally limit the load current until the short is removed. It then returns to normal operation. It can do this repeatedly without having to change a fuse. No more blown fuses to change with a SSPB. No more chasing down shorts by repeatedly inserting fuzes which blow in an instant. The SSPB has a flashing red LED and buzzer that provide immediate feedback when there is a fault.
The SSPB has been designed according to the same stringent standards as used for the harsh environments for modern autombiles. So if you have temporary current spikes from from battery disconnects, alternator disconnects or other surges, the SSPB will limit those spikes to protect itself as well as your other valuable electronic components which are probably not as well protected as the SSPB.
Here is a picture of the tabless SSPB that seems like it would work well for your XS650.
I have reviewed a few XS650 schematics and have modified a functional diagram of the SSPB to match the XS650 color codes. That file is attached as a pdf file.
The tabless SSPB is avaliable for $150 plus small flat rate shipping and insurance. That is $8 for US and about $10 for Canada. The SSPB is a very rugged automotive quality device with the electronics thermally bonded to an aluminum heat-sink/base. The SSPB is 100% tested and I'm offering a 2 year warranty to repair or replace for XS650 owners from this site.
EDIT: Street Tracker is in the process of installing his SSPB, so thanks to everybody for reading this far.
As I mentioned I'm an electrical engineer and I designed and build the SSPB so most any technical aspects of the SSPB and it's installation I can handle with expert advice. However practical and first hand knowledge of the XS650 would benefit anyone in the finer points of the physical installation. That is why I need a first brave sole.
Post your questions here or you can contact me at solidstatepowerbox@gmail.com
Good luck and thanks for your interest.
UPDATE 1/29/2014:
Here is a preliminary installation guide specific to the XS650.
http://www.keepandshare.com/doc/6801365/preliminary-sspb-installation-guide-xs650-pdf-2-1-meg?da=y
I'll continue to update this as questions or issues arise.
Jim
Here are the drawings for a basic setup on a fuse box model (stock and conversion to SSPB).
Basically the SSPB has 4 power outputs on
- Pin 1 R(0) (10A output to Unswitched loads including a power plug and trickle charging)
- Pin 10 IGN Loads (10A output)
- Pin 7 SIGNAL Loads (10 Amp output)
- Pin 9 HEADLAMP loads (10 amp output)
It should be pretty clear that each of those SSPB outputs goes to power those respective circuits.
The SSPB also needs two inputs from Ignition Switch and Kill switch but in this case we are adding an additional Start Sw for headlamp cutout.
- Pin 5 IGN SW (input)
- Pin 3 KILL SW (input)
- Pin 4 START SW (input when wired to create a +12V signal when cranking the engine)
There is still an additional 10 amp circuit for additional accessories (horn or aux headlamp/driving lights). Thos connections are not shown but they could be configured in one of three ways.
- Turn ON ACC Loads with IGN SW
- Turn ON ACC Loads with +12V applied to Pin 7
- Turn ON ACC Loads with Ground applied to Pin 7
There are also the primary wire connection that come out the side of the SSPB. 14 ga RED primaries go to the battery and the main charging output wire from the rectifier. This improves charging by making the power connections go straight to the SSPB.
The SSPB also needs a ground and a 16ga wire with ring lug is provided.
The wires I added are most all brown to match the original diagram, but I did change the thickness to differentiate between the OUTPUTS (thicker) and SW input (which are thinner). All wire connections are shown with a heavy black dot.
The primary benefits you see from here are that there is no longer any significant current running through either the IGN switch (only parking light power) or the Motor Stop switch. SIGNAL,HEADLAMP and IGNITION circuits remain segregated with equivalent "safe" solid state relays. So although there are some slight differences over the years as to how each of these circuits is wired in the harness, the connections shown at the fusebox will always be the same.
As is this is a minimum configuration, I have omitted the additional ACC channel for clarity.
In order to get the headlamp cutout from the solenoid signal, the wiring has to be reconfigured for high side control as is more traditional. If you don't have and Engine stop or a push button the SSPB defaults back to IGN switch control only. Of course because all power from battery and Alternator is routed through the SSPB it is fully protected "safe power" with the built in current and thermal limiting.
Hi XS650 Owners,
My name is Jim (AKA Posplayr) and I'm an electrical engineer that has designed and built what I call the Solid State Power Box. It is a fuse-box replacement to provide enhanced features for your motorcycle that are only attainable by the integration of modern automotive grade electronics.
The Solid State Power Box (SSPB) was originally conceived as an upgrade to the GS Suzuki standard fuse boxes which you can find described in links at the GS Resources where I am a long time member.
See the All NEW Solid State Power Box and INSTALLATIONS
So while the SSPB form factor was designed to fit the GS Suzuki's as it turns out the functionality would benefit most any of the older non fuel injected bikes. So I'm here to see if anyone would be interested in the SSPB; they are available in limited (US Made) production. The first 10 have been delivered to GS Suzuki owners.
What the SSPB is about:
The SSPB eliminates your conventional fuse box for power distribution. It eliminates the stress on your harness for battery and charging loads. It also distributes your power without overloading your ignition, kill or other accessory switches because it has the equivalent of 5 internal solid state relays. Those switches only need to signal the SSPB to turn power on. Each channel is capable of 10 amps with a total limited for safety to 20 amps. It does all of this in a very compact form factor ( 3.9"x1.7"x1.5" LxWxH) excluding the 10 pin Molex connector.
The SSPB has 1 un-switched channel and 4 switched channels. The typical inputs to the SSPB are the ignition switch and the kill switch to control your Signal and Ignition circuits respectively. If you like you can also control your headlamp circuit to cutout during starter cranking or just allow it to be controlled by the ignition switch. The fourth switched channel is for an accessory that can be controlled by your option of either the ignition switch , separate +12V switch or ground switch. Of course the un-switched channel can be used to either add other accessories or accommodate a trickle charger.
Each solid state channel provides "Safe Power" because it can detect shorts and thermal overloads virtually instantaneously. Under a short condition, the SSPB will limit excessive currents, and if it persists, then thermally limit the load current until the short is removed. It then returns to normal operation. It can do this repeatedly without having to change a fuse. No more blown fuses to change with a SSPB. No more chasing down shorts by repeatedly inserting fuzes which blow in an instant. The SSPB has a flashing red LED and buzzer that provide immediate feedback when there is a fault.
The SSPB has been designed according to the same stringent standards as used for the harsh environments for modern autombiles. So if you have temporary current spikes from from battery disconnects, alternator disconnects or other surges, the SSPB will limit those spikes to protect itself as well as your other valuable electronic components which are probably not as well protected as the SSPB.
Here is a picture of the tabless SSPB that seems like it would work well for your XS650.
I have reviewed a few XS650 schematics and have modified a functional diagram of the SSPB to match the XS650 color codes. That file is attached as a pdf file.
The tabless SSPB is avaliable for $150 plus small flat rate shipping and insurance. That is $8 for US and about $10 for Canada. The SSPB is a very rugged automotive quality device with the electronics thermally bonded to an aluminum heat-sink/base. The SSPB is 100% tested and I'm offering a 2 year warranty to repair or replace for XS650 owners from this site.
EDIT: Street Tracker is in the process of installing his SSPB, so thanks to everybody for reading this far.
As I mentioned I'm an electrical engineer and I designed and build the SSPB so most any technical aspects of the SSPB and it's installation I can handle with expert advice. However practical and first hand knowledge of the XS650 would benefit anyone in the finer points of the physical installation. That is why I need a first brave sole.
Post your questions here or you can contact me at solidstatepowerbox@gmail.com
Good luck and thanks for your interest.
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