Boat Battery Charger

Welcome to the Boat Battery Charger website. Choosing the correct marine battery chargers is no simple task. There are a number of considerations, and this website will assist you in making the correct decision.

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Boat Battery Chargers, being used in a maritime environment can cause a number of issues, which makes choosing the correct deep cycle unit a little trickier than purchasing standard automotive battery chargers. The varied environmental conditions that the charging occurs in, imperfect electrical conditions, the risk of overcharging a battery if incorrect charging is utilised and varying battery bank series configurations can all make the choice of charger extremely important. These areas all need consideration when choosing a boat battery charger, irrespective of whether you are fishing or just out for a relaxing day on a smaller water. A high regard for battery maintenance is essential.

When selecting a quality boat battery charger it is vitally important to know exactly the type and the power specifications of the battery you will be charging. The input voltage, amp/hour (Ah) capacity and the battery type is the information you must know. Regarding the battery type, is it gel, flooded or AGM type.

Choosing a deep cycle battery charger that may over or under charge your battery is almost certain to damage it, ultimately beyond repair. The overcharging process can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause fluid loss in a flooded type battery. If you want a safe rate of charging you need a charging rate of somewhere around 20% of the battery’s Ah rating.

Marine Battery Chargers

Boat battery chargers are not particularly expensive, but as mentioned, getting an appropriate one will ensure the life of the marine battery you are going to charge. Here is some information on two of the best selling marine battery chargers, the first for 12 and 24 volt systems, the second for 12 volt systems only.

Guest 2611A Charge Pro Series Marine Battery Charger

Retailing at just under $100 the Guest Pro Series Marine Battery series is a very versatile unit, charging both 12 and 24 volt systems. It includes a 3 Stage electronic switching circuit with 5 amps per output. Included are 2 x 4ft DC cables with ring terminals attached and a 6ft AC cable which offers ‘Connect Charge’ plug facilities.

It offers protection against short circuiting, reverse polarity and ignition. The unit meets Guest’s ‘harsh environment’ guidelines, and is also protected against extreme ambient temperatures, moisture, vibration and sudden shock. One of the great things about this battery is that it charges Gel, Flooded and AGM batteries. Also included is a 2 year limited warranty and a lifetime warranty against water damage.

Schumacher SSC-1500A Ship 'N' Shore Speed Charge Charger $50

This Schumacher Charger retails for around $50 and has some great features. It does, however, only charge 12 volt boat batteries. The built in microprocessor senses battery and charging system status, and adjusts charging rates accordingly. It shuts down when the battery is fully charged, and also provides a diagnostic facility. It is capable of charging a range of batteries including car, truck, RV and marine deep cycle batteries. It will successfully recharge Gel, Cell and other deep cycle batteries and has a self adjusting charging rate.

These two boat battery chargers will be perfect for most peoples needs, but the Schumacher is only useable for the 12 volt systems. If you have the extra $50, then the Guest is a good choice, and extremely versatile. Amazon stock a good range of boat battery charger products, with big discounts and free shipping on many models.

We hope that this brief introduction to what you need to consider when buying a marine battery charger has been helpful to you. Making the correct purchase is extremely important to maximize the life of your battery. So please take these considerations into account when buying a boat battery charger.