How to Choose a Battery Charger

Choosing a battery charger is not a decision you should take lightly. They don’t come cheap and you want the charger to fulfil its purpose. This can only happen when you have opted for the right one. You want your chosen charger to charge the battery as efficiently and accurately as possible. So, how do you pick one? Here are some factors you should consider when looking for a battery charger:

Know the battery type

You can find what kind of battery type it is by checking on the label that’s located on the top or side of the battery. Most of the standard batteries you find are lead acid or lead acid calcium. You have to ensure that the charger you get is suitable for the type of battery you have.

Identify the battery’s size

Again, you need to check the battery’s label for checking the battery’s capacity or Amp hour (Ah) rating. Getting an inappropriate charger may either not charge the battery or may cause a problem in it.

Figure out why you need the charger

You need to understand the difference between battery maintenance and battery charging. The former is when you just need the battery topped up i.e. maintained and the latter applies when you have to recharge a dead or flat battery to full.

Select the size of the charger 

The rule of thumb states that your charger needs to be at least 10% of the Ah rating of the battery. These days, there are some great options available, such as the Maypole 4amp Electronic Smart Battery charger, which work quite efficiently and is also affordable enough to suit different budgets.

When you consider these factors, you will be able to choose the right battery charger for your automotive battery, no matter what vehicle it is.