06-13-2006, 10:34 PM
Thanks for the info--I'm just trying to decide whether to buy an onboard and which one to buy.
Also, lead-acid batteries don't have memory, as NiCad batteries do (common in many small electonic devices). Lead-acid battery life is actually shortened by depleting completely--well, it's the time they spend depleted that shortens their life span. It's best to 1) never let them completely deplete which allows the plates to corrode, and 2) recharge them completely as soon as possible after use.
I currently charge my three batteries manually, like you, but I only have 1 charger. And while I only use them a fraction that you do, mine sit too long in a depleted state (while I'm charging the other battery) which shortens their life.
Thanks again for your insight.
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Also, lead-acid batteries don't have memory, as NiCad batteries do (common in many small electonic devices). Lead-acid battery life is actually shortened by depleting completely--well, it's the time they spend depleted that shortens their life span. It's best to 1) never let them completely deplete which allows the plates to corrode, and 2) recharge them completely as soon as possible after use.
I currently charge my three batteries manually, like you, but I only have 1 charger. And while I only use them a fraction that you do, mine sit too long in a depleted state (while I'm charging the other battery) which shortens their life.
Thanks again for your insight.
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