What is an “I-V-I” temperature compensated fast charger?
“I-V-I” (Constant current – constant voltage – constant current) is the expression used to describe the decades old charging profile found in various traditional and fast charger competitors of Minit-Charger. In addition, competitors frequently rely on “temperature compensation” as the primary method of controlling charge output. This inadequate approach results in significant charger output reduction as batteries warm up to their working temperatures. Reduced output frequently leads to detrimental lower state of charge and lower state of charge results in higher temperature. In heavy operations, vicious downward spiral begins resulting in overheated batteries and trucks running out of charge. To reduce the limitations of this fast charge approach competitors frequently recommend “air gapped” (cooled) batteries or lift truck farms – adding cost to the installation. Minit-Charger’s unique patented charge approach is not I-V-I and strikes the balance necessary to keep trucks running. In
