Bright Way Push-to-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with 1-Amp Charger and 5 Ah Battery - Side Load
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Bright Way Push-to-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with 1-Amp Charger and 5 Ah Battery - Side Load
Item # 3802346
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Bright Way Trailer Breakaway Kit - 3802346
- Kit with Charger
- Battery Included
- Side Load
- 5 Ah
- Bright Way
- 1 Amp Charger
- Single-axle
- Tandem-axle
- LED Tester
Simple, push-to-test button lets you check the charge on the battery in this breakaway kit. Complete kit brings your trailer to a safe stop if it separates from your vehicle. Built-in charger automatically charges battery while trailer is connected.
Features:
- Breakaway system activates your trailer's electric brakes if the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle
- Brakes receive signal to activate when cable detaches from switch
- Built-in charger automatically charges battery while connected to tow vehicle
- Push-to-test button lets you check the battery's state of charge
- LED lights indicate current battery status
- Green = fully charged
- Yellow = charging
- Red = recharge needed
- LED lights indicate current battery status
- Side-loading case is easy to access from the side
- Durable, plastic case protects the battery from the elements
- Rubber O-ring seal keeps out moisture
- 12-Volt, sealed lead-acid battery is rechargeable
- Wire loom neatly contains and protects wires
- Switch and battery box install on trailer frame - drilling required
- Hardware not included
- Convenient wiring diagram is printed on box
- Kit includes breakaway switch, 1-amp charger, 5-amp-hour battery, battery box, wiring, and wire loom
Specs:
- Application: single-axle or tandem-axle trailers with electric braking systems
- Breakaway cable length: 4'
- Charger amperage: 1 amp
- Battery:
- Capacity: 5 amp-hours
- Voltage: 12V
- Battery box dimensions: 3-3/4" long x 6" wide x 5" tall
- 1-Year limited warranty
Note: A breakaway system is required by law in most states for trailers that are equipped with electric brakes and have a GTW of at least 3,000 lbs.
2382 Bright Way Group (BWG) Trailer Break Away System with Switch, 12V 5Ah Battery, 1 Amp Charger, and Wire Loom - Side Load
Replaces Bright Way Group (BWG) 2346
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Customer Reviews
Bright Way Push-to-Test Trailer Breakaway Kit with 1-Amp Charger and 5 Ah Battery - Side Load - 3802346
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (199 Customer Reviews)
Simple, push-to-test button lets you check the charge on the battery in this breakaway kit. Complete kit brings your trailer to a safe stop if it separates from your vehicle. Built-in charger automatically charges battery while trailer is connected.by: Jordan G12/29/2022
Product is a direct replacement for the brake away system currently installed on my trailer. This item was delayed in getting to eTrailer, but the staff were great in keeping me updated on the delivery date.
by: Michael 02/26/2024
Very nice unit to replace mine that the Trailers builders "forgot" to fold over the locking tabs on the channel that the unit slides into (after lunch friday oops) lol! and it hopped out when we ran through some most excellent pot-holes at 60 MPH on our fine interstate here in Virginia and it hopped out & hit the asphalt as it was still dangling by the wires. I found this at the first rest stop we hit and luckily i had a giant Tie rap to save the day and continue the journey. the wires were still in tact but the battery was long gone. Anyhow your replacement was exact, wires had a nice head-start splice on them and i am back in business. To sum it up i highly recommend y'all!!!
by: Linda08/14/2022
Looks like a nice unit and definitely an improvement over my 1984 Teshonka unit that does not have a charger. Haven't installed it yet, still working on other brake parts but will add the review when in operation. Shipping was fast and price reasonable - thanks!
Linda
8/15/2023
So far Ive made 2 round trips with my rebuilt trailer and the Bright Way Breakaway Kit is doing great. Ive never had the trailer become separated from my E450, but Im sure the Kit would operate as it should. I installed it inside the triangular area of the trailer tongue, next to the wiring harness junction box and am very pleased by the quality. The battery gets charged as needed through the hot wire of the Fords harness. Very nice product and highly recommended! Just dont know how to add a photo....
by: Steven12/26/2023
Works as designed. Delivered with the expected excellent results from etrailer.
by: Jaren12/16/2022
Easy hookup, minimal footprint and still working.
Jaren
12/18/2023
One Year later and had no issues with the product. The battery is still holding strong. Highly recommend!!
by: Gregory 11/05/2019
Just installed the trailer brake emergency battery and break-away switch. Straightforward and simple. Brake electrical system working properly. Simple install, but understand the battery box has to be mounted to something upright with wire clearance underneath. I made a couple of simple L brackets from aluminum stock leaving about 1/2" of clearance.
Gregory
11/6/2020
Working properly with no problems.
by: Mike04/24/2020
Great priced product for an older trailer. Easy installation everything I needed.
Mike
4/27/2021
It sat thru our Minnesota winter and the battery was just fine this spring. Hooked on and it performed like new.
by: Steven 06/25/2023
Nice upgrade from my stock 2014 breakaway kit that didn't have any of the status lights. Delivery was quick and everything worked good.
by: Rudy04/20/2023
Purchased as part of all parts required to upgrade a 1996 Jayco to electric brakes. Very pleased with quality of parts and results. Battery still fully charged after winter in storage!
by: Gerald 02/10/2024
Easy to install has performed well.
by: David02/13/2024
The products seem to take a long time to get to me
by: Keith07/21/2023
Product works as described. etrailer has been excellent to work with.
by: Gary 02/22/2024
You folks are very polite and well informed. Great customer srvice!
by: Neal 02/06/2024
Worked great just as promised.
by: Joe05/23/2023
These units do not do well in the sun, they should be covered. The push button cracked within 6 months and was completely gone shortly after. The unit works good, but in terms of longevity I think the electronics will succumb to the elements due to the button cracking and allowing rain inside the circuit board.
by: Charles 03/14/2023
I have found etrailer to be great to work with. Prompt shipment. The Bright Way Breakaway kit was very easy to install. I do like the wiring diagram on the front of the unit.
by: Tony 12/12/2023
Best option all in one
by: Tim 09/19/2023
Works great.
by: Brian 08/25/2023
Easy to install and quite complete.
by: Clifford 06/13/2023
Was easy to install when I bought it and has worked flawlessly
by: Dustin09/22/2021
Works great, I've installed this on my larger gooseneck first and liked it so much I purchased another one for my smaller stock trailer. A lot better than standard break away batteries with aftermarket in line chargers. The installation is a breeze and finished results are very clean. Definitely will be installing on any other trailers I purchase in the future.
by: Albert 02/25/2021
Thankfully, to date I have not had to “test” my break-away brake system in an on-road situation. However, periodical stationary tests prove the system works as expected. One area of improvement would be in the fasteners used to secure the battery cover. They rusted within a month. 304 stainless steel fasteners would be a recommended low cost upgrade.
by: John10/13/2022
Excellent customer service, reasonable pricing, timely shipping and delivery,, and quality parts for the past 10 years of doing business with etrailer.com. Keep up the good work.
by: Jim 09/03/2022
GREAT PEOPLE & GREAT SERVICE NEEDED TRAILER BATTERY, I WAS OUT OF TOWN NO BRAKES RUSHED MY ORDER TO ME.GOT RIGHT PART AND WAS TO ME IN 2 DAYS THANKS E TRAILER!
by: Dan 02/08/2021
Mounts easily and works like it should, self charging is convenient.
Dan B.
2/10/2022
Charger is still working and battery is in working order so you can test your brake system by pulling the pin. whats not to like!
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Jordan G.
12/30/2023
Still working well. Battery has kept a charge and system has worked as expected.