While most cars use a 12.0-volt battery, 6.0-volt batteries are common in motorcycles. It can automatically detect the battery voltage and adjust between 6.0-volt and 12.0-volt modes. The SC1280 is lightweight, portable, and easy to set up and use. It can fully charge a 105.0-Ah battery in 16 hours (this is relatively fast). The Schumacher SC1280 is a quick battery charger putting out 13.0 volts at a 15.0 amp current. Ĭons Automatic shutoff feature can malfunction For more information on our testing methodology and how we evaluate every product, check out our methodology page here. We publish hundreds of product and service reviews to bring car enthusiasts detailed guides on automotive tools, detailing kits, car seats, pet products, and much more. Our team of product testers thoroughly researches top products, unboxes and puts our hands on each component, and tests the items on real vehicles before making recommendations to readers. Why You Can Trust UsĮach year, we test over 350 auto products on vehicles and in our testing lab. Our value score is based on the relationship between a battery’s rating in all other categories compared to the price. Battery chargers are also easy to use if they have long outlet cords and straightforward interfaces and instructions. Ease Of UseĪn easy-to-use automotive battery charger has long clamp cables and durable alligator clamps. Such features also contribute to a battery’s versatility rating. Chargers compatible with the most types of batteries scored best in this category.Īdditionally, some car battery chargers have features such as overcharge protection and trickle charging options. While most cars use a wet cell battery, some may use an AGM, gel, or lithium-ion battery. Not all car battery chargers will work with every type of battery.

Maintaining a consistent voltage is also important for charging speed and battery protection. A few volts above a battery’s rating are acceptable and even desirable, but a car battery charger must produce at least 12.0 volts to charge a 12.0-volt battery. A higher voltage will charge a battery more quickly, but too many volts can damage your battery. Batteries that charge a car faster received a higher rating in this category. Charging Speedīy considering a battery charger’s voltage and amp hours, you can determine the approximate charging speed. Evaluation across our review categories is based on our in-person experience and online customer reviews.

We started the battery charger according to the instructions and measured the voltage using a multimeter.ĭuring testing, our review team recorded careful notes about each feature of every battery. We have access to all their models, so if you want something that isn't listed, give us a call.To test each car battery, we unpackaged it and attached it to a 12.0-V wet cell battery. A few will shut off and monitor battery voltage, reinitiating a charge cycle if required. Most of their chargers we will offer will have a float mode, for long term battery management. They also offer high amp models and voltages previously unavailable in our lineup, such as Electric Vehicle (EV) market chargers, and high end industrial applications. Most of the models have selectable profiles to accomodate the battery types. The charge profiles they offer indicate an understanding of battery manufacturer recommendations, and good battery management. Quick Charge builds all their units in the USA, and stands behind them. $285 QP6825 Quick Charge 6V/8V 25 Amp Battery Charger We don't ordinarily endorse selectable output voltage chargers, but these feature state of the art microprocessor control to deliver accurate output voltages. Suitable for most 6V, 12V and 24V battery applications such as Motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, Snowmobiles, Jet Skis, Cars, RVs, Boats and Trucks. Overall, the NOCO Genius multi-purpose battery chargers are perfect for users looking for flexibility and who want the ability to quickly switch between applications.

Eyelet Terminal Connectors can be left installed on some vehicles, while utilizing the Battery Clamp Connectors or 12V Plug Connectors to charge and maintain other applications. The quick connect system allows users to move one charger between multiple applications with ease. All of the chargers in the multi-purpose line are packed with features that are designed to diagnose, recover, charge and maintain a wide range of batteries, in a wide range of applications. The NOCO Genius Multi-Purpose Battery Chargers are designed with versatility in mind. $60.95 G3500 NOCO G3500 6V/12V 3.5 Amp Battery ChargerĦ/12 Volt NOCO Multi-Purpose Battery Chargers

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