Selecting the appropriate battery for your device is generally straightforward, as user manuals and manufacturer guidelines often specify the required type and voltage. However, finding the right battery charger can be more complex, given the wider variety of options and less explicit guidance.

A high-quality battery charger is crucial for conditioning and maintaining your batteries, extending their lifespan, and ensuring optimal performance. Here are the key steps to consider when choosing the best battery charger:

 

  1. Match the Charger to Your Battery’s Chemistry: Ensure the charger is designed for your battery type, whether it’s lead-acid, gel, AGM, or another chemistry. Also, confirm that the charger’s voltage matches your battery’s voltage.
  2. Consider Charging Speed and Power: High-wattage chargers can reduce charge times but be aware that faster charging can stress the battery. Choose a charger that balances speed with the battery’s safe charging rate.
  3. Specialised Features for Lead-Acid Chargers: For lead-acid batteries, select a charger that transitions to a float charge when the battery is fully saturated to prevent overcharging.
  4. Trickle Charge for Nickel-Based Batteries: Nickel-based battery chargers should switch to a trickle charge once the battery reaches full capacity, protecting it from damage.
  5. Safety Features: No matter the battery type, choose a charger with a temperature override to halt charging if a battery fault is detected, ensuring safe operation.

At Strident, we offer a comprehensive range of battery chargers designed for 12V and 24V applications, including bench chargers equipped with crocodile clips and 3-pin XLR connectors. Our chargers use advanced, intelligent systems that operate through three distinct charging stages to maximize battery efficiency and durability.

  • Bulk Charge: This initial stage applies the maximum safe charging current, quickly bringing the battery to 80-90% of its full charge level.
  • Absorption Charge: In this phase, the voltage remains constant while the current gradually decreases as the battery’s internal resistance increases.
  • Float Charge: The final stage significantly reduces both voltage and current, maintaining the battery at optimal charge and enhancing its longevity.

Our innovative three-stage charging process helps minimise premature battery failures by applying the correct charge levels at every step, preventing issues like gassing often associated with traditional single-stage chargers.

With over 15 years of expertise in battery power solutions, our experienced team is ready to help you find the ideal battery charger for your needs.

If you’d like any assistance in finding a reliable, long-lasting charger, get in touch with us today on 01362300102 or message us via the contact page.