Battery charger with equalization
My iInteli-power converter charger with charge wizard doesn't get the volts high enough. Seems only my solar panel controller will get it close. Any recommendations on auto chargers with equalizatio...
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Hi,
Even 30 watts can over charge an 85 amp-hour battery, if it is left connected without a controller between it and the battery.
The vector is a good start--but it will not complete the task. For that I'd suggest the 100 watt panel direct connected to a single battery. Monitor voltage and temperature. Aim at 16 volts. Do not exceed 49 C in temperature.
When you have completed treating the batteries, wait 24 hours and check the specific gravity.
Even 30 watts can over charge an 85 amp-hour battery, if it is left connected without a controller between it and the battery.
The vector is a good start--but it will not complete the task. For that I'd suggest the 100 watt panel direct connected to a single battery. Monitor voltage and temperature. Aim at 16 volts. Do not exceed 49 C in temperature.
When you have completed treating the batteries, wait 24 hours and check the specific gravity.
DAS26miles wrote:
I have a Vector 10/20/40amp charger that has a desulfation phase that lasts 24 hours. I am going to take both batteries out and run each thru the cycle then.
Darn spell check keeps making it desolation.
I bought another panel from Renogy to supplement the 100watts. It's a 30 watt with no controller. Made to connect directly to the batteries I guess.
