Electrical Load Switch

Electrical Load Switch

The Electrical Load Switch is used to determine when there is a significant electrical load on the charging system. This switch can be used as an idle up condition to help stabilise the idle rpm due to load on the alternator. This switch source is commonly found in older OEM alternators.



This node allows you to assign the input for the Electrical Load Switch. 

Generally, Electrical Load Switches use an Analog or SPI Input. Any available AVI or SPI can be used.

If using an Analog Input, ensure that the on and off voltages have been set appropriately so that the ECU detects the state of the switch correctly.

If using a SPI Input, set the sensor type to 'Hall Effect' (digital), and enable the pull-up. If the sensor pulls to ground when active, set the Edge Select to Falling. If the sensor goes open circuit when active, set it to Rising.