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Chargersfor Lead Acid BatteriesSoneil 1212SR and 1205SR Chargers
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This is a high quality (3 stage) fast electronic charger, ideally suited for 10 Amp/hour batteries & larger, with several advantages over the larger transformer type chargers. $160 Canadian. |
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5 Amps constant current during bulk charge stage 2, similar charging time to 10 Amp transformer type chargers that taper charge. |
| Automatic 14.4 Volt cut-off to prevent battery damage after bulk charge (stage 2, constant current stage) and then pulse equalization charging to finish charging (effectively tapers current to near zero over last hour), then maintains a float charge to keep battery topped up (stage 3). Pulsing during final stage aids in the desulfation of battery which increases battery life. Can be left connected indefinitely without overcharging the battery. Charger will not drain battery if left connected to battery but not plugged into AC. |
| Dual input Voltage manual switch for use anywhere in the world, 115VAC (range 90 - 130 VAC) or 230VAC (range 180 - 260VAC) at 47 - 63 Hz. Includes detachable power cord (115 VAC or 230 VAC). |
| Uses switch mode electronic technology that gives a more accurate output Voltage with a wider range of input Voltages. Does not require a heavy transformer, therefore unit is smaller, lighter weight (1.5 lbs. or 700 grams) & uses less electricity (80 Watts). |
Has 4 condition LED
to indicate charging status (yellow/orange bulk constant current
charging, solid green is start of final equalization & current
reduction stage 3, quick green flicker off each 2 seconds indicates
fully charged & slow flashing green indicates not connected). |
| Can start charging a very deeply discharged 12 Volt battery that is as low as 0.5 Volts, with 1/3 current limiting protection to prevent damage (stage 1). |
| Does not generate excessive magnetic or electronic radiation like a larger transformer charger (charger has a metal case). |
| Protection for reverse polarity, short circuit, over Voltage, over current & AC surge. Starts & stops current gradually to protect battery. |
| Price includes 4 pin male XLR connector on DC side (or if you prefer, alligator clips instead at no extra charge), power cord (detachable 115 VAC or 230 VAC type), extra labelling, calibration quality check, & technical support. |
>> Manufacturers PDF brochure (pdf) >> Additional technical information & clarification from Impact Televideo |
Schumacher SF-51A-PE Charger
Fitted with 4 pin male XLR connector, or $120. without adapter cable, or $115. fitted with alligator clips. This is a large (2 stage) fast transformer type charger. $130 Canadian |
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Fully
automatic deep cycle 10 Amp Charger |
| Has intelligent current tapering (tapers to zero Amps during stage 1) & pulse charging when nearly full, so that batteries will not be damaged by overcharging (stage 2). |
| Has an internal 20 Amp self resetting circuit breaker for safety. |
| Charger is fitted with feet for better heat dissipation on bottom. |
| Has an Amp meter & fully charged green LED. |
| Price includes 4 pin male XLR connector on DC side of charger (or alligator clips if you prefer at a $15. reduction), power cord (non detachable), extra labelling, extra feet added & technical support. |
| A 4 pin female XLR connector to alligator clips adapter cable is supplied for charging other 12 Volt DC lead acid batteries not fitted with an XLR connector. Deduct $10. if you don't want this adapter cable, or deduct $15. if you request the charger be fitted with alligator clips & no adapter cable. |
Soneil 1205SR Charger
This is a high quality (4 stage) fast electronic charger, ideally suited for 5 Amp/hour batteries & larger, with several advantages over the larger transformer type chargers. $100 Canadian. |
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2.5 Amps constant current during bulk charge stage 2, similar charging time to 5 Amp transformer type chargers that taper current. |
| Automatic Voltage limitation (14.4 Volts) & current reduction during stages 3 & 4 to prevent battery damage. Has "cell equalization" stage 3 using a constant Voltage of about 14.4 & reducing current which helps gently top up the battery, then drops to true float Voltage level of 13.8 with further tapered current to zero during stage 4 to keep battery topped up without over charging. Can be left connected indefinitely without overcharging the battery. Charger will not drain battery if left connected to battery but not plugged into AC. |
| Dual input Voltage automatic switching for use anywhere in the world, 90 to 264 VAC at 47 - 63 Hz. Includes detachable power cord (115 or 230 VAC). |
| Uses switch mode electronic technology that gives a more accurate output Voltage with a wider range of input Voltages. Does not require a heavy transformer, therefore unit is smaller, lighter weight (.5 lbs. or 220 grams) & uses less electricity. |
| Has 2 condition LED to indicate charging status (orange charging, solid green in equalization mode as battery is almost fully charged or float mode when finished). |
| Can start charging a very deeply discharged 12 Volt battery that is as low as 0.5 Volts (stage 1), with pulse mode protection to prevent damage & slightly aid desulfation. |
| Does not generate excessive magnetic or electronic radiation like a larger transformer charger (charger has a plastic case with vent slots). |
| Protection for reverse polarity, short circuit, over Voltage, over current & AC surge. Starts & stops current gradually to protect battery. |
| Price includes 4 pin male XLR connector on DC side (or if you prefer, alligator clips instead at no extra charge), detachable power cord (115 or 230 VAC), extra labelling, calibration quality check & technical support. |
>> Manufacturers PDF brochure. >> Additional technical information & clarification from Impact Televideo |
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To order or for additional information, please call (519) 657-4505
or e-mail Doug Hembruff.
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