Thread: What we have learned about Batteries
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Re: What we have learned about Batteries
The chargers provided in the KOP are not three stage chargers. This is clearly demonstrated in the data collected in the first post in this thread. A three stage charger charges at a constant current until a specific voltage is reached, and then maintains this voltage for a specified time before kicking down to a lower voltage to maintain the battery. A three stage charger recovers more charge quickly due to the initial constant current, and provides a more complete charge through the absorption step at a constant voltage. If you are going to invest in additional chargers to maintain your pool of batteries, you should consider a true three stage charger if your goal is the best battery performance possible.

Eugene