![]() ![]() The green “APPLICATION” box refers to the final application the battery is powering like your recreational vehicle or golf cart. This figure shows the most basic connection between a battery charger and a single battery. Recommended Battery and Charger configurations (Wiring Diagrams) Since Ionic batteries have substantially lower mass than lead-acid batteries, they warm up much quicker. Lithium batteries have more internal resistance in extreme cold temperatures of 0☏ (-18☌) or lower, however, the batteries can be warmed up much quickly simply by putting a load on the battery, such as turning on your headlights for 15 to 30 seconds. ![]() Both lead-acid and lithium-ion cells have increased internal resistance as the temperatures fall. The colder the temperature the less capacity available. The current is still available, but the stored capacity will decrease. Lithium-ion batteries capacity decreases when operating below freezing temperatures( 32F/ 0C). It all depends on how cold of an environment you have and caution is advised. Lithium-ion batteries do warm up quickly with use as compared to lead-acid, so you may be able to get them above freezing with some use, allowing for a charge. Batteries with lithium plating are more vulnerable to failure if exposed to vibration or other stressful conditions. This is permanent and cannot be removed with cycling. Although the pack appears to be charging normally, plating of metallic lithium can occur on the anode during a sub-freezing charge. Many battery users are unaware that lithium-ion batteries cannot be charged below 0☌ (32☏). (See TABLE 5, PAGE 16 for our charger recommendations for each Ionic model) Low temperatures You would fast charge it by using a 45A charger and it would charge in a little over 2 hours to charge. ![]() As an example, using a 100Ah battery, you would slow charge it by using a 10A charger and the battery would take about 10 hours to charge. Slow charging results in lower battery temperatures and enhances the longevity of the battery and is therefore recommended by Ionic when possible. To do a fast charge use a charger output that is about 40-45 percent of the batteries amp-hours of the batteries amp-hours. To slow charge a battery use a charger with a amperage that about 10 percent of the batteries total amp-hours. Chargers that do not have a “trickle charge” feature should be discontinued after the charging process is completed. The newest Ionic chargers are designed to be left connected and powered on continuously. ![]() The charger voltage should always match the battery voltage or less. Our 12V 12Ah battery has speci ic circuitry that will allow the batteries to be charged in series as conf charged with a 24V charger). Note that all 12V batteries above 12Ah, configured in Series, must be charged individually at 12V. For 48V Deep Cycle batteries, you should set your charger profile to charge up to 58.4 volts for 30 minutes and then float charge at 55.2 volts. For 24V Deep Cycle batteries, you should set your charger profile to charge up to 29.2 volts for 30 minutes and then float charge at 27.6 volts. Charging profileįor Ionic 12V Deep Cycle batteries, you should set your charger profile to charge up to 14.6 volts for 30 minutes and then float charge at 13.8 volts. Avoid charging at temperatures above 122☏ (50☌). Ionic Deep Cycle Batteries may be used below freezing but charging below freezing causes plating/crystallization which weakens the battery making it more likely to fail due to vibration or hard use. Most chargers are automatic and pre-programmed, while others are manual and allow the user to set the voltage and current values. Both under-reduce the life of the battery. Proper charging is imperative to maximize battery performance. Because the chemistry is a solid, the battery can be mounted in any direction and there are no worries about lead plates cracking from vibration. There are no liquids in the Deep Cycle Batteries. The batteries should have a minimum of 0.50” (12.7 mm) of space between. It is important to minimize temperature variations between the cells, therefore, do not arrange the batteries where they are too tightly ow. The recommended operating temperature range is between -4☏ to 122☏ (-20☌ to +50☌) with a humidity of 80☏ (27☌) will reduce operating life, while lower battery electrolyte temperatures of <80☏ (27☌) will reduce battery performance. Battery chargers should also be installed in well-ventilated, clean areas that are easily accessible. If any of these materials are allowed to accumulate on the batteries, tracking and current leakage can occur, resulting in self-discharge and possible short-circuits. Batteries should be stored and installed in a clean, cool and dry place, keeping water, oil, and dirt away from the batteries. ![]()
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