The Tow-Pro Elite V2 (EBRH-ACCV2E) and V3 (EBRH-ACCV3) are compatible with most electric and electric/hydraulic trailer braking systems.
In 24V vehicles, the Elite works directly with electric/magnetic brakes, but electric/hydraulic systems may require the REDARC Electric Trailer Brake Adaptor (EB24A), which converts 24V signals to 12V, allows the override to operate 24V brake lights, and manages charge equalization to protect sensitive electronics.
This information is applicable to the following Tow-Pro Electric Brake Controllers:
- Tow-Pro Elite V2 (EBRH-ACCV2E)
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Tow-Pro Elite V3 (EBRH-ACCV3)
Is my Tow-Pro suitable for electric/hydraulic trailer braking systems?
Tow-Pro Elite models (V2E and V3) are universal and are suitable for most modern electric and electric/hydraulic trailer braking systems.
Tow-Pro Classic and user-controlled brake controllers are not recommended to use on trailers with electric/hydraulic trailer brake systems.
Please note: Some electric/hydraulic systems such as the ALKO IQ7 Extreme are only compatible with their own proprietary brake controller.
If I have a 24V vehicle, can I still use a Tow-Pro Elite when towing electric/hydraulic trailer braking systems?
A 24V vehicle fitted with a Tow-Pro Elite would not require any extra components when towing a trailer with electric/magnetic brakes however an electric/hydraulic braking system would require extra components.
Some electric/hydraulic braking systems can be sensitive depending on what electronics are within the hydraulic pump system. This means that they require a 12V input on the red and black wire of the Tow-Pro Elite, to prevent damage to these electronics. The 12V input on the red and black wires can be supplied using a REDARC Electric Trailer Brake Adaptor for 24V Vehicles (EB24A).
What is an electric trailer brake adaptor for 24V vehicles?
An EB24A is a power converter which supports the following features:
- Converts a 24V brake signal to a 12V signal for the Tow-Pro Elite (red wire).
- Allows the Tow-Pro Elite override button to switch on 24V brake lights.
- Provides charge equalization of the supply batteries so 12V can be supplied from the 24V battery bank.
For more information on the Electric Trailer Brake Adaptor for 24V Vehicles, click here.