Hello All,
I wanted to try and get some information on reconditioning the IMA battery at the stick level.
I continue to hear several different theories, experiences, and other ideas as to the effectiveness of stick level reconditioning.
I know that there is information already around here, but this is the problem. I continue to find conflicting information,
not only from separate users, but even the same insight central posters over the years, where they go back and forth on their
stances. I understand that the answers are difficult to pin down, and each is a case by case basis, and there isn't necessarily a definitive answer on this whole deal.
I have been looking through the forum on this topic for a few months at least, trying to determine what to do. I already have a grid charger, and while this works well, I have been having self-discharge issues with my battery, where if left for a couple of days, it drops to about 75% capacity. While grid charging seems to be working alright, it just isn't enough, and due to my living arrangements grid charging is not always an option, or able to be done due to time constraints.
I was unable to obtain the famed superbrain charger, however, I was able to get a 300w balancing charger with good reviews from amazon for 100 bucks.
Based on what I have read here, the balancing charger may help fix some sticks that are only slightly weak, but more importantly identify any truly bad sticks/cells. These sticks will need to be replaced, and then the pack should be discharged and grid charged to complete the process. Many say that this whole process is a fools errand and does not show considerable improvement over a simple discharge and grid charge.
I would appreciate any help.
highmiles
I wanted to try and get some information on reconditioning the IMA battery at the stick level.
I continue to hear several different theories, experiences, and other ideas as to the effectiveness of stick level reconditioning.
I know that there is information already around here, but this is the problem. I continue to find conflicting information,
not only from separate users, but even the same insight central posters over the years, where they go back and forth on their
stances. I understand that the answers are difficult to pin down, and each is a case by case basis, and there isn't necessarily a definitive answer on this whole deal.
I have been looking through the forum on this topic for a few months at least, trying to determine what to do. I already have a grid charger, and while this works well, I have been having self-discharge issues with my battery, where if left for a couple of days, it drops to about 75% capacity. While grid charging seems to be working alright, it just isn't enough, and due to my living arrangements grid charging is not always an option, or able to be done due to time constraints.
I was unable to obtain the famed superbrain charger, however, I was able to get a 300w balancing charger with good reviews from amazon for 100 bucks.
Based on what I have read here, the balancing charger may help fix some sticks that are only slightly weak, but more importantly identify any truly bad sticks/cells. These sticks will need to be replaced, and then the pack should be discharged and grid charged to complete the process. Many say that this whole process is a fools errand and does not show considerable improvement over a simple discharge and grid charge.
I would appreciate any help.
highmiles