REFLECTOR: 12 Volt .vs. 24 Volt

[Brooke Wolf]

All

Almost every time I start a new phase in the building process of my  
XLRG-5, I am a bit slowed because I have not decided on an electrical  
system. I would be interested in hearing the opinions of the  
collective as to any advantage of a 24 volt system.  It would save  
some weight with smaller gauge wire, but I think the weight savings in  
negligible.  Other than that, I can't think of an advantage.  One  
major sticking point in the decision making process is Cessna, Cirrus,  
and others.  Are they putting 28 volt systems in their new airplanes?   
If so, one would assume there are good reasons for doing so.  Does any  
one know what those good reasons might be?  I've got to get off this  
fence and get on with my project!!

BTW I plan on a robust electrical system (probably 2 alternators, 1  
battery) to support a fairly sophisticated IFR panel with sufficient  
redundancy for serious weather flying.

Thanks.....Brooke