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Post by vmrod on May 12, 2009 22:43:45 GMT -3
Since they make a charger just for their batteries, this is what I would use. I would like to have an internal charger, so I'll have to see where that will go.
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Post by vmrod on Jun 5, 2010 22:14:16 GMT -3
After a few discussions with Mr. Armin from lithbattoz.com.au/, I'll get the 156VDC charger (120VAC/15amp input). I believe it will take a couple hours to charge (per 156VDC pack). So for the test pack that's a couple hours. The completed pack will be 6-8 hours to charge. This is not too bad, considering that this charger is onboard the vehicle. I want to be able to charge nearly anywhere with it! If I see the need, I can buy a much larger, heavier, and more expensive charger to leave at the house. I think they can make a charger to give a 90% recharge in 15 minutes! Yikes! That is some powerfull equipment! Anyway, think about it. When you get home from work, do you always go somewhere immediately? I should be able to recharge at work, so when I get back home, I'll have another 30+ miles I can travel. If it is furthur, I guess I'll have to suck it up and take the "Goblin" for a spin. ********************** Update: Pricing on the 156VDC charger is right over $700 shipped to my door. It will be purchased in a couple weeks. |
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Post by vmrod on Jun 24, 2010 16:00:56 GMT -3
Allright, I think the charger has been finalized.
Since I boosted the pack voltage, I have purchased a 1500W, 168VDC charger. The charger is rated at 120VAC-15amp circuit.
This is the smallest and slowest charging charger I probably could get. I would rather it charge the pack quickly, but it comes at a price. The price is a greater energy draw. I could have purchased a charger that was a little quicker, but I could only charge from a 20amp outlet. Since my goal is to have an onboard charger that is the most compatible with any outlet, I chose the smaller one.
Later down the road, I'll get a much larger charger strickly for the house.
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Post by vmrod on Sept 21, 2010 9:11:10 GMT -3
The charger is working great!
Besides the expected input/output leads, there is also a pair of wires that can be utilized to shutoff the charger. I don't use this now, but may in the future.
The charger is made specifically for LiFePO4, and for the voltage in my pack. It shuts off automatically once the proper voltage level has been met.
Although I have not officially timed it, it seems to take a couple hours to charge a depleted pack.
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