[ausev] Smart battery chargers worth the cost?????

[Rob]

Joby,
 
Multi-mode chargers definitely extend the life of your cells compared to
just dumping in electrons.  Some of the chargers are better than others
based on their ability to sense and react to charging profile.  I have only
had 1 charger so I can't offer comparison, but I don't think it's snake oil.
However, it's still marketing speak.
 
Rob

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Sent: Sunday, August 17, 2008 9:45 AM
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Subject: [ausev] Smart battery chargers worth the cost?????





I have an on topic question for those of you with experience.  In reading
about various battery chargers, the switch mode power supply computer
controlled types claim they charge faster, without risk of overcharge or
damage in any way and they can actually dissolve life robbing sulfate
crystals off the plates.  This is supposed to make your batteries last
longer and even rejuvenate older ones.  Do they really work like this or is
it snake oil hype? 


 


Joby in Fredericksburg



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