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CTEK Battery Chargers

 

CTEK LogoThe rapid development of vehicle electronics has placed increasing higher demands on batteries. Modern chargers and modern charging are needed to keep up with this demand. A 3A charger of today is equivalent to a conventional 10A charger of a few years ago.

CTEK's patented 8-step charging not only makes charging more efficient, but also ensures charging is carried out correctly, preventing early failure of modern batteries.

There are 3 main causes of shortened battery lifetimes:

Regular care and maintenance charging of batteries, counteracts early battery failure, ensures that capacity is retained and extends the lifetime of batteries. The lifetime of a battery depends on battery type, age and condition. Taking good care of your battery can treble battery lifetimes.

CTEK battery chargers are different. They were the first to employ "SMART" technology which uses "switched mode" electronics as found in computers, making them more flexible and accurate than linear transformers. This enables CTEK chargers to have dedicated cycles for different battery technologies and problems. This also allows them to be powerful, yet small.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Safer for people - CTEK Chargers are foolproof to connect, spark proof, reverse polarity protected and there is no need for the battery to be disconnected.

Safer for vehicles - CTEK Chargers regulate voltage to protect sensitive electronic and audio equipment.

CTEK chargers provide fully automatic charging, maintenance and battery care.

There is no need for specific battery knowledge or charging technology to get the most from a CTEK charger.

The patented desulphation function revives drained batteries and extends battery life; float/pulse charging allows 'set and forget' for months at a time without harming the battery.

CTEK chargers are tough, shockproof, weatherproof, dustproof, approved for outdoor use (IP44-IP65 depending on the model) and can operate in temperatures from -20° to +50°C.

With CTEK quality is guaranteed. All chargers have a warranty of either 2 or 5 years depending on the model. Customer care and support is available on line or via telephone.

CTEK chargers are independently tested, endorsed and used by prestige brands.

THE CTEK UNIQUE 8-STEP CHARGING PROCESS

  1. Desulphation - Detects sulphated batteries. Pulsing current and voltage removes sulphate from the lead plates of the battery restoring the battery charging.
  2. Soft Start - Tests if the battery can accept charge. This step prevents charging proceeding with a defective battery.
  3. Bulk - Charging with maximum current until approximately 80% battery capacity.
  4. Absorption (battery ready to use) - Charging with declining current to maximise up to 100% battery capacity.
  5. Analyse - Tests if the battery can hold charge. Batteries that cannot hold charge may need to be replaced.
  6. Recond - Choose the RECOND program to add this step to the charging process. The voltage increases during this process to create controlled gassing in the battery. Gassing mixes the battery acid and returns energy to the battery.
  7. Float (fully charged) - Maintaining the battery voltage at maximum level by providing a constant voltage charge.
  8. Pulse, Maintenance Charging - Maintaining the battery at 95-100% capacity. The charger monitors the battery voltage and gives a pulse when necessary to keep the battery fully charged.

What do we recommend?

CTEK US800 Battery Charger

The CTEK XS 0.8 is a great 12-volt battery charger in small format and extremely good as a maintenance battery charger for seasonal or hobby vehicles with batteries up to 100Ah.

Perfect for vintage cars, personal water craft, scooters, motorcycles, Quad/ATV's, and lawnmowers.

Includes two interchangeable connection leads, one with clamps, and one with eyelet terminals.

Specifications:

  • IP65
  • 230V
  • Battery sizes charged: 1.2 - 32Ah
  • Maintenance charging: 1.2 - 100Ah
  • Charge current: 0.8A
  • Dimensions: 142mm (L) x 51mm (W) x 36mm (H)

R600.00 (including VAT)
CTEK MULTI US3300 Battery Charger

The CTEK MXS 3.6 is a versatile battery charger in a compact format that makes it convenient and easy to charge and maintain all household vehicles. The special cold mode means that you can also charge during cold winters days without problems.

Perfect for cars, vintage cars, personal water crafts, boats with one battery, boats with start & service battery, scooters, motorcycles, Quad/ATV's, lawnmowers, caravans and tractors.

Includes two interchangeable connection leads, one with clamps, and one with eyelet terminals.

Specifications:

  • IP65
  • 230V
  • Battery sizes charged: 7 - 75Ah
  • Maintenance charging: 7 - 120Ah
  • Charge current: 0.8A and 3.6A
  • Dimensions: 165mm (L) x 61mm (W) x 38mm (H)

R950.00 (including VAT)

CTEK Comfort Indicatior with Eyelet

 

A CTEK Comfort Indicator will let you know what is going on with your battery.

It’s hard to tell when your battery needs a boost and often you will find out when it’s already too late - your battery has died. The CTEK Comfort Indicator changes all of that. You will always know when you need to give your battery that extra kick. Now your battery communicates with you and tells you when it needs maintenance.

R95.00 (including VAT)