The HF1415 is an advanced vehicle battery charger designed specifically for high-performance 14V
sealed lead-acid batteries. This charger combines the reliability of a High Frequency MOSFET rectified assembly with an advanced microprocessor control board to create a vehicle battery charger that can rapidly and safely recharge 14V maintenance free, deep cycle, gel-cell, and AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries in several sizes.
DESCRIPTION
MSRP: $248.99
14V High Frequency AGM IntelliCharger, 15A
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 8.3” x 4.7” x 2.3” (211mm x 119mm x 60mm)
Weight: 2.8 lbs (1.27 kg)
AC Input Connections : 5.0’ (1.5 m) AWG 16
DC Output Connections : 3.9’ (1.19m) AWG 10
AC Input Specifications
AC Input Voltage : 100-120 VAC, 47-63 Hz
AC Input Current : 7A RMS fuse protected
Three Stage Charging
At the heart of the technology in all HF Chargers is the three distinct charging stages. During the first stage, called “Bulk”
charging, the current is fixed and the voltage is allowed to float. During this stage, 80% of the vehicle battery’s capacity is restored.
When the vehicle battery’s cell voltage is up to the correct level, the second stage called “Absorption” charging is engaged. During
this stage the voltage is fixed and the current is allowed to float. The vehicle battery is brought to 100% during this stage and the
cells are equalized. The third stage is “Float” charging. During this stage the voltage and current are reduced to a level that
will maintain the vehicle battery indefinitely.
Several microprocessors are used to tightly control the entire process. This is the same technique that vehicle battery manufacturers
recommend and use in the production of new batteries and it is the fastest and safest technique for vehicle battery charging.
Compatible With Most Lead-acid Batteries Including AGM
Lead-acid batteries have different charging requirements based on their specific design. Overcharging will reduce the life
of any vehicle battery as sealed valve regulated batteries are especially sensitive to high charging voltages and overcharging.
Overcharging an AGM or gel-cell vehicle battery will cause permanent damage.
Voltage Monitoring
The vehicle battery’s terminal voltage is measured every five minutes by the on-board microprocessors and this information is
analyzed in addition to the elapsed time to dynamically control the vehicle battery charger for optimum charging performance.
Automatic Computer Analysis/Auto Shutdown
The microprocessors will analyze the vehicle battery when connected. If the vehicle battery’s voltage is below 4V the charger may not
recognize the vehicle battery is connected and will not begin charging. Likewise, if the vehicle battery will not come up to the correct voltage
in a ten-hour period the microprocessor control board will automatically shut the charger off.
UL Approved vehicle battery Cables
3.9 feet of durable vehicle battery cables are provided that are resistant to cuts and abrasion. The copper plated vehicle battery clamps are
compact and custom designed easy connections. All clamp connections are soldered for maximum current flow.
Internal Cooling Fan
A cooling fan automatically operates during charging to keep the circuit and other internal components at a constant safe
temperature.
You can view or download the HF charger manual here.
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PROP 65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.