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RDMueller
Explorer
Nov 07, 2015

Got a new Toy! PowerMax Boondocker adjustable 60A

Add me to the list of those who are putting aside the automatic "smart chargers" and going with something manual! I've messed with the on board Wiffco, a Battery Tender, various wall warts and the cra...
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BFL13
Explorer II
Nov 09, 2015
Nope :) AH out is what you see, but AH in has the heat loss, so you must put more in that you get out.

How much to allow for heat is a moving target. From 50-70 SOC not much heat, then 70-90 there's more as "gassing voltage" is reached, then there is a lot from 90-100.

Trimetric picks a compromise amount which you can adjust if it doesn't match your own results.

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