Re: (ET) Battery chargers.

[James Jarrett <jarrett ccds charlotte nc us>]

I dunno,  ignoring the time involved in the charge cycle (which I can't
as often as I mow) I'd still be concerned that the peak amps are less
than 5.

Most battery manufacturers recommend a charge rate of something more
than 10 amps, and some want charge rates of 30 amps for the battery to
"be all it can be".  

Most of the time 4-5 amps is considered a "finishing" level to be used
*after* a much higher bulk phase.  

I'm sure it's good on saving water in the battery, but I'd question
wether or not it is good for the batteries long term performance.


On Mon, 2005-08-29 at 12:36 -0400, Darryl McMahon wrote:
> Geoff,
> I really like the Soneil charger.  I've been using it for over 2 years 
> now on my E-
> 12, and watering the batteries is pretty much a thing of the past for me 
> now.  
> 
> If charging speed is a concern, you could also look at the Soneil 
> 12-volt chargers 
> (3 in series) such as the 1212SR.  There is also a 6-volt charger from 
> Soneil now.
> 
> Disclosure:  I was so impressed with this unit (the 3610SRF), I became a 
> distributor.  If anyone wants a Soneil charger, call me for pricing.  
> I'm prepared 
> to be friendly to electric tractor owners.