Battery Chargers

High-performing battery chargers are essential when it comes to prolonging the life of your everyday batteries. Whether you use batteries for common appliances or for professional or medical use, the products that we stock are designed with you in mind, ensuring that you always have the necessary equipment available.

We understand the importance of supplying our customers with top-quality, durable battery chargers that are reliable and safe to use. With lithium, marine, universal, and wireless battery chargers available, we're guaranteed to have all your charging products in one place.

Explore our online catalogue and begin your order today. Our friendly team of experts will be more than happy to help if you require any further information on any of the products in our range. Simply get in touch to have your questions answered.

How do battery chargers work?

A battery charger is a handy device that works by pushing an electric current through a secondary cell in order to charge the primary battery. Electrodes are recharged in order to restore the battery's energy, allowing for optimum performance.

It's vital to know which chargers are applicable for your specific battery, as it won't be achieving its maximum power potential using an incorrect power source. Overcharging your battery can cause damage, so take care to cut off charging once full capacity has been reached. Otherwise, your battery can face issues such as overheating, risk of rupture or chemical leaks.

What are the benefits of using a battery charger?

There are several benefits to investing in a commercial battery charger, which include the following:

• Cost-effective: Recharging your batteries means that they can be reused multiple times, reducing the likelihood of disposal and the need to purchase new batteries each time.
• Extended battery life: Charging your batteries will help to deliver a better performance from your battery-powered devices and electronic appliances, maintaining consistent volts of energy whilst they are in use.
• Eco-friendly: Battery charging is beneficial for the environment as it reduces the number of batteries going to landfill, as well as the need for more batteries to be produced.
• Convenience:Battery bank and multi-battery chargers can be used to charge a variety of sizes of device, all with one portable device.

What are the different types of battery chargers?

Battery chargers typically have differing amperage levels depending on their purpose and desired output. These levels include 2-amp, 10-amp, 12-amp, or 15-amp. The higher the amp rating, the faster that your desired battery will be charged.

There are several models of battery charger, but the two most common types within each design are manual and automatic. We've explained both types below:

• Manual: This type of battery charger will continually charge the battery into which it's plugged no matter the existing level of charge. It will continue to push electrical energy into the battery until it is disconnected.
• Automatic: This battery charger will terminate charging once the battery is fully charged. This means that battery life isn't negatively impacted, making the whole process easier and safer.

How to choose the most suitable battery charger

Choosing a suitable charger for your battery is crucial. There are a number of factors that need to be considered before purchasing your battery charger to ensure that you get the most out of this handy device.

• Confirm input voltage: Check the input voltage of your battery first. If the input is higher than the voltage that your charger can manage, you'll likely cause damage to the inner components of the charger.
• Confirm battery type: You must determine the type of battery that you are looking to charge, as battery chargers cannot identify this themselves. Whether you have a lithium or lead acid battery, ensure that you purchase the correct charger so that the battery doesn't get damaged.
• Check battery specifications: You can choose the charging voltage, current, and charging time depending on your specific requirements. Always check the battery specifications before purchasing your new charger.

Why choose RS for your battery chargers?

As one of North America's largest distributors of power products, we're well positioned to support you with all your charging needs. With over 3.5 million parts from over 650 brand-name suppliers, you can guarantee that you'll find whatever it is you need to get the job done. We only partner with the very best names in the industry to ensure that you always receive a quality product.

Find the battery charger for which you're looking by using our advanced filter tools to view options by manufacturer, output voltage, output current, power rating, and input voltage. Once you've found what you need, begin by placing your order online for quick and convenient shipping.

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