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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

13-02-2012, 17:27

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Optimal Charging Regimen - Wet Cells

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Posted By goboatingnow

Re: Optimal Charging Regimen - Wet Cells

Yes because the input impedance of the battery is so low, compared to the output impedance of the charger.IE the battery determines everything really/ At 17 amps , the charger is close to its limit,...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

11-02-2012, 16:59

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Optimal Charging Regimen - Wet Cells

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Posted By goboatingnow

Re: Optimal Charging Regimen - Wet Cells

I read the US battery specs, Id be very careful as to the interpretation of equalization. There recommendation is based on following their regime. Thats not the way batteries are used on boats.
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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

11-02-2012, 16:47

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Optimal Charging Regimen - Wet Cells

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Posted By goboatingnow

Re: Optimal Charging Regimen - Wet Cells

Tread carefully here, equalization can cause shedding of active material, its in my experience rarely needed unless you are regular leaving batteries in a significantly discharged state for extended...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

11-02-2012, 04:40

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Optimal Charging Regimen - Wet Cells

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Posted By goboatingnow

There should be no need to equalise batteries...

There should be no need to equalise batteries that are being well maintained. In fact check your battery specs, some manufacturer don't recommend it. I have never done it nor needed it.

Dave

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