Batteries (was short lived UPS system) [RE-wrenches]

[Joel Davidson]

Hi Richard,
Makes sense. 10 days probably equated to 10 cycles back in those wonderful days
of yesteryear when an undersized golf cart battery bank was all a guy could
afford. Heigh-ho, lead-antimony.
Best regards,
Joel Davidson


"Richard Perez, Home Power magazine" wrote:

> Hello Joel and Wrenches
>
> This is true, but it's not ten cycles that are needed but ten days to
> two weeks of time and a good charging.
>
> It takes time for the electrolyte to permeate the plates. A good
> charging during this period is a good idea and facilitates the
> process.
>
> BTW, always check the polarity of new batteries with a voltmeter. We
> have received batteries that were reversed formed (the initial rapid
> charge at the factory when acid is first added to the battery). On
> these escapees from quality control, the polarity will not match that
> stamped on the case. In such event, the battery should be returned
> for full credit to its maker as it will be short lived in service.
>
> Richard

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