Battery Chargers
We have a wide range of battery chargers for all applications, selected from the most recognized manufacturers. At Rebatex we will provide you with the right charger for your application, looking for the best value for money. In order to choose a battery charger that suits your needs, 3 important facts must be taken into account: 1) Battery Voltage 2) Battery capacity in Ah 3) Battery technology ( Gel, Agm, Open Pb) If you are not sure what you need, ask for advice and our technical team will inform you to help you select the most suitable loader for your machine.
Battery chargers for forklifts
The traction battery is the most expensive element of the forklift trucks. It is therefore important to dedicate time and attention to its correct maintenance. The most determining factor in the performance of the forklift battery is the correct and adequate charge of the elements that make up the battery. Here the correct choice of charger and its operation is essential. Efficient charging equipment that correctly matches battery capacity and proper charging times is essential to forklift operation. The charger will directly influence battery life and optimum battery performance.
Types of Battery Chargers for Forklift Trucks
Two charging technologies can be used to achieve this goal: traditional or low frequency (WoWa) chargers and high frequency (HF) chargers. Conventional Chargers: Traditional or low frequency chargers offer a safe way to charge traction batteries. They are cost-effective charging systems for traction applications where a charging time of 12-14 hours is appropriate. However, their efficiency is 75%. High frequency: The high-frequency chargers use switching mode technology, which enables better power factor, higher efficiency and low DC ripple. The result is reduced power consumption (15%) and extended battery life. High-frequency chargers have an efficiency of more than 90%, which makes them very cost-effective. Because a high-frequency charger does not have a heavy transformer, its weight is generally one-fourth to one-fifth that of a similar conventional charger. This allows wall mounting, which increases the available surface area and safety. Multivoltage: Multivoltage chargers allow you to charge batteries of different voltages, 12V, 24V, 36V, 48V. For this it is important to configure the battery charger correctly before starting to charge. In the case of a wrong configuration, the battery may be damaged.
How to connect the battery charger to the trolley?
Before starting to use the new battery charger it is important to check the input voltage. Especially in the case of a conventional charger, a high-frequency charger does this on its own. If this is not done, there is a risk of damage to the charger. A frequent problem is that the charger contactor melts due to too high a voltage. CHECK INPUT VOLTAGE OF THE BATTERY CHARGER First measure the plug voltage using a multimeter, then open the charger and configure the charger according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If, for example, the input voltage is 230 V, the charger can be configured as such and connected to 230 V. High frequency chargers take this into account automatically. Therefore for this type of chargers, it is not necessary to check the input voltage before starting.
