What we have learned about Batteries

[eugenebrooks]

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