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Aug 24, 2014Explorer
MEXICOWANDERER wrote:That is a subject always up for debate with folks that use them. But the consensus is don't fully charge them because it's tricky (and some say unnecessary) to do so. Charging seems pretty simple. Charge them at their bulk until "full". Most use voltage but others use kilowatt-hours cause that's more accurate. Most users have BMS's and set them to auto shut off charging .05V below the HVD. And unlike lead acids, you can pound current into them although most say to keep it at 1C or lower (preferred .5C for longest life). So a 160Ah LI batt can take 80 amps all day long. I was just reading of a guy that went from 4 GC's to a single 160Ah 12V with 500W of solar. He runs his microwave from that single battery. BTW, I'm only speaking of LiFePo4 chemistry, the other stuff is different.
I need to find and study the correct recharging protocol for LiPo technology. Apparently they are cranky in some re-charge regimen instances. I would like to study OEM definition of "instances".
Have to sift out the paisley and fluorescent claims from reality.
I say this because EV batteries are fussy. I would like to learn how and why.
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