Question by daw: lead acid battery charging for Electric bicycle?
Whats the correct way to charge a lead acid battery? I use it almost daily and travel about 1 -2 km per time. Should i charge after every trip ideally or after how many trips? i stay in an apartment so charging involves bringing it up.
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Answer by Passo L
Basing on your usage as stated, charge it once a week. Ensure the electrolyte is at the correct level, top up with distilled water. You may purchase a hydrometer to check the specific gravity of the battery, it should be around the green portion.
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You an get a slow charger (low amperage) and charge it each night if you want. It is best for a lead acid battery to stay fully charged. Check the voltage after a couple of uses to see when it gets to 20% of a full charge. That is when to recharge.