One of the vendors that I used was EV-Supply in Seattle Wa. Carlo was very helpful and I would recommend him to anyone in that area needing a conversion. One of the special parts that Carlo sells is the EVICC. So what is an EVICC?

Well, it’s basically a small, mechanical, computer to control your EV’s high voltage system. It takes all kinds of inputs and uses them as safety interlocks to enable or disable the connection between your battery pack and controller.

With the EVICC the main contactor on my system cannot close or will open when:

  • My fuel door is open
  • I am in an accident and the inertia switch is activated
  • I push an emergency STOP button in the passenger compartment
  • My motor has a high rev condition (FUTURE)

When I turn the ignition switch to the first position my negative contactor is closed by the EVICC. The system is not armed until I rotate the switch as if I were going to actuate the starter in an I.C.E car. At that point the EVICC latches the positive contactor and the system/car is live.

Here is a picture of the initial connections to the EVICC.

You can find more information by visiting EV-Supply or downloading the EVICC manual HERE.

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