A Guide to Solar Powered Battery Charging

A Guide to Solar Powered Battery Charging. When you’re installing a deep cycle VRLA battery system, you need to ensure you’re using the optimal charging method for the size and type of batteries being used. If the batteries are unable to be fully and correctly charged, the system cannot operate at its peak performance. In […]
How can I prolong the life of my deep cycle VRLA batteries?

How can I prolong the life of my deep cycle VRLA batteries? Every deep cycle VRLA battery is engineered for a specific demand. Battery application, required design life, operational temperature range and performance criteria are all taken into account to ensure that the battery performs as expected. It’s always best to ensure you utilise the […]
What’s the difference between fan and convection cooled battery chargers?
What’s the difference between fan and convection cooled battery chargers? When using a VRLA or Lithium battery for any type of application, it’s important to ensure you choose a suitable battery charger. If your battery is unable to be properly charged, it cannot operate at its peak performance. There are a number of factors to […]
How to correctly charge starter batteries used in fire pumping systems
How to correctly charge starter batteries used in fire pumping systems. For technicians in the fire systems industry, it’s not only important to ensure that the right type of starter batteries are used in diesel-powered fire pumping systems, but that the correct charging methods are always followed. Cases of starter batteries exploding several months after […]
What size VRLA battery charger do I need?
What size VRLA battery charger do I need? Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries are widely used in a number of different applications, from mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs to communications sites. When you install a Gel or AGM type battery for any application, you need to ensure you’re using the correct size battery charger for the […]
What size Lithium battery charger do I need?

What size Lithium battery charger do I need?. Lithium Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are now widely used in a range of applications, from mobility scooters to caravans to providing backup power for remote communications towers. When you install a Lithium battery for any type of application, you need to ensure you’re using the correct battery charger for the technology and […]
Can I use my mobility scooter or powered wheelchair battery charger overseas?
Can I use my mobility scooter or powered wheelchair battery charger overseas? So you’re planning to travel overseas and need to be able to use your mobility scooter or powered wheelchair. You’re probably wondering if your battery charger will work or if you will need to purchase a new charger that will be compatible with […]
The difference between PWM and MPPT solar charge controllers

What’s the difference between PWM and MPPT solar charge controllers? A highly critical component of any solar system, whether it’s used for powering a communications tower, road sign or even a caravan, is the solar charge controller. A solar charge controller is a device used to control the charge coming in from a solar system […]
How to Charge Mobility Scooter or Powered Wheelchair Batteries
How to Charge Mobility Scooter or Powered Wheelchair Batteries. Neglecting to charge Mobility Scooter or Powered Wheelchair batteries could reduce your scooters’ driving power and interrupt the freedom you’ve come to rely upon and enjoy! However, if you follow the instructions below, your Mobility Scooter or Powered Wheelchair will always be ready to take you wherever you need […]