Series Ballast resistor

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Series Ballast resistor
« on: December 29, 2011, 11:47:44 PM »
I have fitted the new type 'finger' glow plugs, the wiring diagram which came with them indicates I should connect them through the ballast resistor, anyone know if this is correct?

I have been informed that they are better not connected through the resistor as this will supply them with a full 12v and they will function more efficiently.

Any clues?

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Re: Series Ballast resistor
« Reply #1 on: January 12, 2012, 09:54:01 AM »
As far as I know you should not use the ballast resistor, as they need the 12 volts.
You could always put an inline fuse in if you are worried about the wiring.