JHZR2
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I don’t think I took away that the app could set the CV charge termination current, versus a time-based check and an unmentioned CV amperage value.
Car Battery Charger with Current Display?
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I don’t think I took away that the app could set the CV charge termination current, versus a time-based check and an unmentioned CV amperage value.
Not exactly the solution you asked for but CTEK makes a bluetooth sensor that connects to the battery and you view the info using a phone app.
It'll tell you the voltage and how full the battery in is %
I posted about it here
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/t...harger-maintainer-options.334553/post-5590034
https://www.amazon.com/CTEK-40-149-CTX-Battery-Sense/dp/B0188TGF6W?language=en_US
It'll tell you the voltage and how full the battery in is %
I posted about it here
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/t...harger-maintainer-options.334553/post-5590034
https://www.amazon.com/CTEK-40-149-CTX-Battery-Sense/dp/B0188TGF6W?language=en_US
The VictronConnect app appears to have settings for things like tail current and current threshold, but I don't know if these apply to all their chargers or only to select ones.
That looks more like one of the other chargers like the mppt. To get the regular battery charger pick the blue smart chargers for the demo. It's settings are CV and no CC optionsThe VictronConnect app appears to have settings for things like tail current and current threshold, but I don't know if these apply to all their chargers or only to select ones.
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gathermewool
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It’s not what you asked for, but a bench power supply will allow you to charge at constant voltage and MANUALLY monitor current. After you get a feel for your battery you can pretty much set the unit at a constant 14.4VDC (not to exceed its max output) and then come back some time later when the battery is full, based on periodic monitoring and empirical data.
I just hooked my PSU up to my Legacy, which is driven most days of the week. Initial voltage was 12.58VDC. This is set in constant-voltage mode at 14.4XVDC.
I just hooked my PSU up to my Legacy, which is driven most days of the week. Initial voltage was 12.58VDC. This is set in constant-voltage mode at 14.4XVDC.
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JHZR2
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Look at the Motomaster Nautilus in this thread:
Seems to have a smart current mode, that gets the value reported....
Doing a maintenance charge on a seldom used vehicle
There has been a fair amount written about topping up charges on batteries to keep them in good shape. I have a 2nd car that currently gets used on weekends averaging 40 miles across the weekend. Never really paid attention to this issue but decided to put the smart charger on. The battery is a...
bobistheoilguy.com
Seems to have a smart current mode, that gets the value reported....
Thanks. Looks like it's no longer made.
You can do it with a bluetooth enabled victron charger
on the more expensive side however
Blue Smart IP65 Charger (120V and 230V) - Victron Energy
The Blue Smart IP65 Charger is the new professional battery charger with built-in bluetooth. Find a Victron Energy dealer near you.www.victronenergy.com
edit: better link
Nice discovery. Thanks.
I had a victron inverter once- very nice piece of kit.
I may have to buy one still absorbing the specs.
