Unless you live on the water, or travel constantly in your RV, you most likely do not use your camper or boat enough to keep the battery charged at all times. That being the case, it is imperative to purchase a marine battery charger, and a lifeline RV battery charger to manage the energy levels of both batteries. However, simply buying one at the local big box store or automotive outlet might not be the best idea to properly maintain the quality of the battery.
Recharge Options
The two different types of charging options for any battery is through a voltage capacity high-input, also known as a fast charge, or through a low-input trickle charge. While both can obviously perform the recharge, each makes the internal workings of the battery react in a different way. The outcome of both, if done incorrectly, can definitely diminish the lifespan and efficiency of the batteries they recharge.
Every battery,designed to be recharged, needs the proper charger capable of providing the correct voltage input, usually at 120 V, or 230 V, according to its specifications. The three different types of batteries are flooded, AGM and gel. The capacity of the battery will be listed on the side as Ah.
Though the quality, mechanics and development of batteries have come a long way in the last few decades, recharging them incorrectly can still cause serious damage, no matter what the design. The quality and efficiency of them can be seriously compromised by overcharging, or undercharging the battery too many times.
Damage through Overcharging
Overcharging a car, boat, ATM or RV battery runs a high risk of overheating the internal workings, and if left connected too long, can cause excessive water loss. A proper charge needs to be done with the appropriate equipment and before being connected, should include the determination of the battery’s capacity. That information can be found from its Ah rating that is listed on the top or side of the exterior of the battery.
A high-quality recreational vehicle, auto or marine battery charger can safely charge any size battery. As an example should the Ah rating of the battery be 100, it is recommended to be charged at a rate of 20 Adc. In this example, based on the capacity, it would take nearly 3 hours or so to charge the battery completely.
Damage through Undercharging
Continually undercharging a battery can completely ruin it by clogging the internal plates with corrosive sulfites. Because there is no easy way to unclog the plates without creating more damage, the only alternative would be to completely replace the battery. Purchasing a high-quality battery recharger, specifically designed for the type of batteries use, eliminates both overcharging and undercharging.
Another consideration when purchasing a RV or marine battery charger is to determine exactly how the batteries will be used. If the recreational vehicle or boat is going to be in storage through long winter months, it is probably a good idea to pull the batteries from the vehicles. It would then be recommendedto hook them up to a trickle type charger, inside a garage or other covered area, out and away from any harsh weather conditions.
Functionality and Portability
It is also good idea to purchase marine battery charger that are small enough to be able to be transported on the vehicles, while on the go. Keeping a charger inside a storage compartment of a recreational vehicle, or in a lockbox on a boat trailer provides an easy way to recharge a battery while away from home.
However, there are many variables to consider when purchasing a replacement battery, or a battery recharge unit, many questions about specifics can be answeredfrom competent replacement battery retailers found on the Internet.
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