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Portis 09-21-07 01:43 PM

How to know which charger to use?
 
I have a 7.2 volt charger from my cygolites. I am not thrilled with the lead acid battery and am thinking about getting this one, http://www.batteryspace.com/index.as...OD&ProdID=2535

The voltage with match but does amperage matter?

cyccommute 09-21-07 06:16 PM


Originally Posted by Portis (Post 5310382)
I have a 7.2 volt charger from my cygolites. I am not thrilled with the lead acid battery and am thinking about getting this one, http://www.batteryspace.com/index.as...OD&ProdID=2535

The voltage with match but does amperage matter?

Lead acid and NiMH require different charging regimes. Lead acid needs a slow trickle charge while NiMH needs monitoring of the temperature of the cell and the change in voltage to keep from harming the battery. Batteryspace has some inexpensive smart chargers that will save you money in the long run and charge faster.

I'd also suggest you look at this battery. Same capacity but cheaper. You can get the proper leads to retro fit your lights to the battery at any hobby shop that carries RC cars or on-line. Pretty simple wiring really.


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