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I mean do you input a lot of current and it has some sort of capacitor in it to sotore the charge? any links I can make use of?
Thanks heaps
Thanks heaps
rsnd said:Hmm...how about AC batteries? e.g. If I wanted to store energy directly from an AC generator which is to act as a battery charger?
Thanks
SGT said:There is no such thing as an AC battery. All batteries are DC.
If you want to charge a battery from an AC source, you must rectify the current. Noneed for a filtering capacitor, since the battery will act as a filter.
If the voltage ofthe AC source is much greater than the voltage of the battery, you will need a transformer to lower the voltage.
rsnd said:Well...thats a lot of current you are talking about! Please fix me up if i am wrong or there is a better way of looking at it! So It would not matter about what current/voltage I input to the charger, as long as I input a fare amount of each over time to make up for the energy I am trying to store for later use!
Thanks a lot!
Battery chargers work by converting alternating current (AC) from an outlet to direct current (DC) that can be stored in a battery. The charger uses a series of components, such as rectifiers and capacitors, to regulate the voltage and current to the appropriate levels for the battery.
A trickle charger is a basic charger that supplies a constant low charge to a battery over a long period of time. On the other hand, a smart charger has a microprocessor that can adjust the charging rate based on the battery's condition and needs, allowing for faster and more efficient charging.
It is recommended to use the charger that came with your battery or a charger specifically designed for your type of battery. Using the wrong charger can result in overcharging, which can damage the battery and potentially cause safety hazards.
The charging time for a battery can vary depending on factors such as the battery's capacity, the charging rate of the charger, and the current charge level of the battery. Generally, a full charge can take anywhere from a few hours to overnight.
It is not recommended to leave a battery on the charger for an extended period of time, as it can lead to overcharging and damage the battery. Once the battery is fully charged, it is best to disconnect it from the charger to avoid any potential hazards.