Lithium batteries require a constant current / constant voltage charge algorithm and are unique in that almost every amp-hour of charge delivered by the charger is accepted as one amp hour into the battery, hence the need to deliver a constant current as long as possible. With most traditional ‘smart’ chargers their suitability to Lithium batteries is limited. The recent advances in high capacity Lithium battery technology have seen the need to develop a battery charger suited to their needs. In the event that all 3 banks are in need of a charge, an over-ride function helps recover all 3 banks quickly and evenly before switching back to prioritise on Bank 1. The priority function also allows you to have a battery chemistry different to the other two, such as an AGM battery for house and lead calcium for your start banks. The ePOWER 40A Battery Charger delivers a priority charge to Bank 1, or your main house battery bank which allows the charger to get this bank recharged the quickest, then transition the cycle to the lesser bank 2 & 3 batteries. After 7 days of constant operation in “float” the Enerdrive ePOWER Battery Charger will switch the charger from float to bulk to agitate the batteries electrolyte helping to provide an extended service life.ġ PRIORITY – Charge Where You Need it Most Stage 4 – Maintenance This stage is a regular timed “return to bulk” stage.This stage allows for the charger to be used as a DC power supply. This prevents the battery from being overcharged while supporting any additional loads connected to the battery, such as DC lighting and refrigerators.
Stage 3 – Float Finally, in the float stage the charger voltage is lowered and held at a constant and safe predetermined level.
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