{"product_id":"arco-zeus-alternator-shield","title":"ARCO Zeus Alternator Shield","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eProtect Your Alternator from Voltage Spikes \u0026amp; Disconnect Events\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe ARCO Zeus Alternator Shield is engineered to protect high-output alternators from\u003cbr\u003edamaging voltage spikes caused by sudden battery disconnect events. These events,\u003cbr\u003ecommonly triggered by lithium battery BMS shutdowns or accidental switch interruptions,\u003cbr\u003ecan instantly destroy alternator diodes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Shield clamps excess voltage and safely diverts it to ground, helping extend alternator\u003cbr\u003elife and prevent costly failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY BENEFITS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Protects Against Voltage Spikes - Prevents damage caused by battery disconnects and\u003cbr\u003e   load dump events\u003cbr\u003e• Designed for Modern Electrical Systems - Ideal for lithium battery systems with BMS\u003cbr\u003e   shutoff risk\u003cbr\u003e• Extends Alternator Life - Reduces stress on diodes and internal components\u003cbr\u003e• Real-Time Status Indication - LED indicator provides instant health status\u003cbr\u003e• Easy Installation - Installs directly at alternator terminals in minutes\u003cbr\u003e• Built for High Output Systems - Engineered to perform with today’s high-amperage\u003cbr\u003e   alternators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eARCO ADVANTAGE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Tested to ISO 16750-2 Load Dump Standard\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Up to 75% more survivable disconnect events vs. leading competitor\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e• Designed to handle real-world high-output charging conditions\u003cbr\u003e• Integrated into the ARCO Zeus ecosystem\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBoth Shield ring terminals should be on the top of the ring terminal stack on the alternator posts.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo not place them under the battery connections.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.      \u003c\/span\u003eConnect the ring terminal of the red and black wire to the alternator battery positive post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.      \u003c\/span\u003eConnect the ring terminal of the yellow and black wire to the alternator ground post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.      \u003c\/span\u003eIf Shield status LED is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGREEN\u003c\/span\u003e, Shield is connected correctly and will provide protection to the alternator. If Shield status LED is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRED\u003c\/span\u003e, the Shield will no longer provide protection and needs to be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Shield is rated to the automotive ISO 16750-2 Load-Dump Surge specification. All surge protection devices will eventually fail if the surge is extreme enough. If the limits of the shield are exceeded, the status LED will turn\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRED, \u003c\/span\u003eand it will need to be replaced. In circumstances like a lightning strike, the Shield may become damaged, stop providing protection and not show a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLED. This also indicates the Shield needs to be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARCO","offers":[{"title":"12V","offer_id":47397785272573,"sku":"AS12","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24V","offer_id":47397785305341,"sku":"AS24","price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"48V","offer_id":47397785338109,"sku":"AS48","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/5846\/9117\/files\/zeus-shield-polished-image-with-logo-v3.webp?v=1776434910","url":"https:\/\/upfitterswholesale.com\/products\/arco-zeus-alternator-shield","provider":"Upfitters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}