E meter [RE-wrenches]

paul wilkins inkings at swcp.com
Sat Nov 18 15:26:25 EST 2000


allan wrote:
> 
> Paul,
>     I'm not sure what you're asking, friend.  Two hydrocaps? Two cells? Two
> batteries?  What was the noticeable difference?  Please provide more info.
>     14.8 is a normal bulk voltage setpoint for L16s and GCs, including the
> Dekas, so no problem there.  Hydrocaps should be OK unless the C/ rate is
> too hot.  Because they work catalytically, they will get hot from high
> gassing rates and can melt.  That's why you are wise to remove the caps when
> equalizing.
>     Wrenches, it seems to me that the Water Miser caps are a better choice
> now, because they don't have to be removed for any charging states.  Any
> comparisons/experiences to share?
> 
> Allan at Poz Ee
> 

After charging around 14.8 the center Hydocap on one batt was pretty warm and
the end cap on the ajacent batt was the same. All the other caps were the cool. Paul

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