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05-16-2018, 12:57 PM | #1 |
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New Batteries - Breaking In/Seasoning Question
So I bit the bullet and got a new set of T875s for my '14 CCP. I've read everything I could find about breaking in the new batteries. From what I could tell, I should drive it no more than to 75% charge (about 49.75v) and then let it recharge completely.
Here's my problem: I don't have time to drive it enough to get it down to 75%. I'll drive it around after work as much as possible but I can usually only get it down to about 50.1v or so. Is this going to be bad for my batteries in the long run? Thanks! |
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05-16-2018, 01:56 PM | #2 |
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Re: New Batteries - Breaking In/Seasoning Question
When breaking in new batteries you don't have to drive them down to 75-80% SOC, just don't let them get below that mark to get the most out of them.
Every time you use the cart, whether it's for 15 minutes or an hour, put it back on the charger when done. |
05-16-2018, 02:08 PM | #3 |
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Re: New Batteries - Breaking In/Seasoning Question
Check this out too. http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/elect...batteries.html
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05-16-2018, 02:12 PM | #4 |
Gone Wild
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Re: New Batteries - Breaking In/Seasoning Question
How much You drive is not as important as how you drive.
Avoid large current demands on the batteries until the plates have had time to fully form. As mentioned, fully charge it at the end of any day You drive it, regardless if 5 minutes or 5 hours. |
05-16-2018, 02:40 PM | #5 |
Gone Wild
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Re: New Batteries - Breaking In/Seasoning Question
Good to know. I put it on the charger every night without fail. Thanks!
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05-16-2018, 02:43 PM | #6 | |
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Re: New Batteries - Breaking In/Seasoning Question
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05-16-2018, 02:46 PM | #7 | |
Gone Wild
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What would be considered large current demands? Across the street from my house, there is a small subdivision with some hills. I have a volt meter on my dash to monitor my charge while driving... |
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05-16-2018, 02:52 PM | #8 |
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Re: New Batteries - Breaking In/Seasoning Question
I would say over 100 amps continuous or over 300 amps peak.
If You see your voltmeter dropping below 44v, lift your foot off the pedal a little. |
05-16-2018, 03:02 PM | #9 |
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