Complete Battery Source

Complete Battery Source Answers the call at Focus Hope

2012-01-11T22:25:00.000-05:00

Complete Battery Source has recently donated enough batteries to energize Detroit's Focus Hope's afterschool photography program. The call came in to the Detroit Branch of Complete Battery Source, that the program was shifting gears to black and white film photography when it was discovered that all of the film camera batteries were dead and their was no money in the budget for replacement. Complete Battery was able to get the batteries into the hands of Focus Hope so their program could continue on schedule.

Focus Hope's Excel Photography Program is a 9-month after-school program that offers a safe haven in the critical after-school hours for 28 Detroit teens and provides them with instruction in the technical and aesthetic aspects of 35mm digital photography and an introduction to the foundations of black and white film photography. In addition to the after-school component, the teens participate in occasional weekend field trips to introduce them to local cultural institutions, regional events, and different tri-county communities outside of their daily lives. Excel’s format incorporates a project-based curriculum with leadership skill-building tools to help develop the youth into well-rounded, confident, and productive adults. Students receive individualized instruction via mentor-led teams which accommodates each student’s strengths and weaknesses, and fosters positive relationships between young people and caring adults.

Excel culminates with a reception and a photography exhibit featuring students’ work coupled with their artist statements at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) the evening of Wednesday May 23. All donors who generously contribute to the Excel Photography Program will be included in the exhibit’s Donor Panel; this exhibit and accompanying panel will be on display at MOCAD through their summer season and viewed by many hundreds of visitors.

To learn more about the Focus: HOPE Excel Photography Program please click here: http://www.focushope.edu/page.aspx?content_id=143&content_type=level3 .

Off-Season Marine Battery Care

2011-12-10T23:08:00.001-05:00

Robert M. Hohman

Complete Battery Source, Inc.

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive at Complete Battery Source is “ What should I do with my marine batteries during the winter months?” Off- season battery care is perhaps the most important factor in getting the most service life from your batteries.

The worst thing to do is nothing at all. Batteries that are left with no type of winterization may survive to fish again, but will most likely be damaged to the point that performance and overall life will be drastically reduced.

All batteries both wet and “dry” or AGM batteries lose a small percentage of charge everyday. When this occurs, a crystal like substance known as lead sulfate forms on the plates. These crystals reduce and even block the flow of energy through the battery. A partially sulfated battery will still charge and even show that it is fully charged; however, runtime and or cranking performance will be diminished. A sulfated battery can be recognized by it’s “swollen” appearance. The sides of these batteries will be noticeably bowed out. In more severe situations, the plastic case around the posts will appear to pushing up from the inside.

Batteries that are left connected are even more prone to sulfating. Minute parasitic loads caused by electronics, fuel injection, and engine control systems increase the rate of discharge. Discharged batteries are also more likely to freeze during the winter months. While a fully charged battery will not freeze until the temperature drops to –38 degrees Fahrenheit, a fully discharged battery will freeze at 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Frozen batteries will often have cracked or split cases.

At the very minimum, batteries should be fully charged then completely disconnected and left in the boat for storage. These batteries should then be charged for twenty-four hours minimum before the first trip in the spring. Contrary to popular belief, storing the batteries in a heated environment is not beneficial.

Batteries are nothing more than a contained and controlled chemical reaction. As with any chemical reaction, heat increases it’s speed. In fact, a fully charged battery stored at a constant 78 degrees Fahrenheit will lose 80% of its charge within 45 days while the same battery stored at 32 degrees Fahrenheit will take many months to lose the same 80%.

Many fishermen will store their boats with their on-board chargers left on. This practice can have varying affects depending on the charger. Some chargers will merely charge the batteries, and then turn off, leading to a discharged battery. Others will switch to a lower amperage charge, but will eventually over charge, causing fluid loss and battery plate degradation, leading to premature failure. Batteries that have been over charged will sound hollow when their sides are tapped. You may also notice fluid in the battery box or tray. For batteries that have removable caps, a visual inspection will show that the fluid has dropped below the now exposed plates. If your only option is to use your on board charger, we recommend that you plug the charger in once per month for four to six hours.

The best method for maximizing battery life is to use a battery maintainer. These devices are very popular and many brands are available. As with any marine equipment all maintenance chargers are not created equal. At Complete Battery Source, we have found a charger manufactured by CTEK to be one of the most advanced and effective for charging and maintaining both traditional wet batteries and dry cell AGM types. A link to the CTEK website can be found on our website at www.CompleteBatterySource.com

The CTEK chargers range in price from $44.95 to $119.95. The CTEK chargers use a three step charging cycle, including a pulse maintenance mode to rid the battery of minor lead sulfate build up on the plates.

Before storing you batteries you should, if possible, check the fluid levels. The fluid should be just covering the plates but not touching the inner wall of the fill hole. If fluid addition is necessary use distilled water.

Next fully charge your batteries using your normal charging method. After charging make certain that the top of the battery is clean and dry. If your boat is stored where no power is available, remove your batteries and take them to your garage or basement for storage.

You can also maintain multiple batteries with one maintenance charger as long as they are of the same size and type. The batteries should be connected in parallel, meaning positive posts connected together and negative posts connected together. Connect the batteries together using #6 or larger wire with alligator clips or ring terminals. Connect the charger and you are finished for the season. The batteries will be ready to reinstall in the spring.

If connecting the batteries in parallel is too complicated, or just too much trouble for you, a single small charger can be used for each battery, or one charger can be rotated from battery to battery every few weeks. The second method will obviously require more work on your part.

Following these relatively simple steps, you can get the maximum service life from your batteries and more trouble-free time on the water.

As always, should you have any battery related needs or questions feel free to call or stop in to any of the five Complete Battery Source locations in Brighton, Detroit, Okemos, Ypsilanti, or Houghton Lake/ Prudenville.

PowerSports Battery Pricing Going Up!

2011-11-15T08:54:00.001-05:00

Environmental concerns in China have caused a halt in battery production for several Chinese manufacturers. High levels of lead have been found in more than 300 residents in one county, forcing the Chinese Ministry of Environmental Protection to issue warnings to the battery factories. Labor and raw materials costs are also increasing.
As a result, the cost of PowerSports batteries will be increasing. Before the increase hits, however, we still have some batteries in our warehouse available at our current cost. We are encouraging you to stock up on your PowerSports batteries now, as they may be in short supply for a while as the Chinese manufacturers meet the environmental standards of their government.

Look for these PowerSports batteries on-line at CompleteBatterySource.com. "Yep...Got That!"

Complete Battery Source and Soda Pop Jr. Pizza Team up for “Change your Clock Change Your Battery”

2011-10-25T16:36:00.000-04:00

The time to change your clock and change your battery is here again. On November 6^th 2011 at 2:00 am we will be setting our clocks back one hour, marking the end of Daylight Savings time for 2011. People are also encouraged to take this time to change the batteries in their home’s smoke detectors as well. In the event of a house fire, the early warning provided by these devices save lives. Complete Battery Source of Brighton , has teamed up with Soda Pop Jr. Pizza, in an effort to remind people to change their smoke detector batteries. From Friday evening November 5^th through Saturday evening November 6^th Complete Battery Source will provide 1 free 9-volt battery with each order, placed at Soda Pop Jr.’s Pizza, picked up or delivered. Along with the battery, customers will receive a fire safety flyer with five tips to prevent fires in the home.

Each year Complete Battery Source provides smoke detector batteries to families in the area. “This is the first year we have been able to take the batteries right to people’s homes”, said Rob Hohman, Vice President of Complete Battery Source.

According to the Fire safety council:

Fewer people die in home fires when a smoke alarm/detector is present and activates:

- Smoke Alarm Present and Activated: 12 deaths/1000 home fires

- No Device / Alarm Did Not Activate: 17 deaths/1000 home fires

In some fires where people died, smoke alarms were present but did not activate. In 85% of the cases where the smoke alarm did not activate, it was due to a dead or missing battery/power source.

For more information please contact Rob Hohman, Complete Battery Source 734-320-1516

Need another battery bank? Look at the GEN2 On-Board Battery Charger by NOCO Genius

2011-03-14T15:50:00.002-04:00

The GEN2 on-board battery charger offers the perfect mix of high-technology and rugged construction. With a fully-sealed, waterproof housing, the GEN2 can be mounted directly onto a variety of applications including boats, tractors and a wide range of equipment. With the intelligent NOCO VosFX processor constantly monitoring the power input, attached battery and charger itself, the GEN2 charger is capable of diagnosing, recovering, charging and maintaining batteries.

These chargers are fully sealed and waterproof. They charge batteries 2 times faster than traditional linear battery chargers. The GEN2 is also designed for safety. They are designed to protect from reverse polarity, short circuits, open circuits, overcurrent, overheat and overcharging.

GEN2 Technical Specifications

Battery Banks	2
Amps/Bank	10A
Total Amps	20A
Input Voltage AC	110-120 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC	70-130 VAC, 50-60Hz
Nominal Voltage	12-24VDC
Efficiency	90%
Charging Voltage	14.4V
Back Current Drain	<1mAh
Ripple	<2%
Charger Type	8 Step, Fully Automatic, Switch-Mode
Type of Batteries	12V Lead-Acid
Battery Chemistries	Wet, Gel, MF & AGM
Battery Capacity	25-230Ah
Housing Protection	IP 68
Cooling	Natural Convection
Output Leads (Length)	6 Feet
AC Cord (Length)	5 Feet
Dimensions (L x W x H)	7.0 x 6.0 x 2.5 Inches
Weight	5.7 Pounds

*Meets ISO 8846 Marine standards and Ignition protected (US Coast Guard 33 CFR 183.410)

What's in the Box?

GEN2 Charger
Owner's Manual & User Guide
Product Registration Card

Charging Times

The time required for the GEN2 to charge a normally discharged battery is shown below. Deeply discharged batteries may take longer to charge depending on the depth of discharge (DOD). The charge time is based on an average depth of discharge to a fully charged battery.

* Note: the above table is for reference purposes only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. The time required for the GEN2 to charge a normally discharged battery is based on an average DOD of 50%.

Charging Steps

Steps 1 & 2: Test & Diagnostics
Checks battery voltage to make sure battery connections are good & battery is in a stable condition.

Step 3: Soft Start
Begins Bulk charging process with a gentle (soft) charge.

Step 4: Bulk
Continues Bulk charging process, returns 80% of battery capacity.

Step 5: Absorption
Switches to a constant current charge rate to bring your batteries close to 90% charge.

Step 6: Taper
Charges at low current levels until battery has reached 95% of its capacity.

Step 7: Top-Off
Charger initiates top-off charge to bring the battery to 100% charge.

Step 8: 24 Hour
Shuts off, but constantly monitors your battery by providing a gentle charge every 24 hours for maximum battery life.

On Board Chargers ... Yep... Got That!

2011-02-28T10:06:00.000-05:00

Our newest additions to the NOCO Genius Charger line are the On-Board Battery Chargers. Let's start at the beginning ... the GEN1 On-Board Batter Charger 10A.

The GEN1 on-board battery charger offers the perfect mix of high-technology and rugged construction. With a fully-sealed, waterproof housing, the GEN1 can be mounted directly onto a variety of applications including boats, tractors and a wide range of equipment. With the intelligent NOCO VosFX processor constantly monitoring the power input, attached battery and charger itself, the GEN1 charger is capable of diagnosing, recovering, charging and maintaining batteries.

GEN1 Technical Specifications

Battery Banks	1
Amps/Bank	10A
Total Amps	10A
Input Voltage AC	110-120 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC	70-130 VAC, 50-60Hz
Nominal Voltage	12VDC
Efficiency	90%
Charging Voltage	14.4V
Back Current Drain	<1mAh
Ripple	<2%
Charger Type	8 Step, Fully Automatic, Switch-Mode
Type of Batteries	12V Lead-Acid
Battery Chemistries	Wet, Gel, MF & AGM
Battery Capacity	25-230Ah
Housing Protection	IP 68
Cooling	Natural Convection
Output Leads (Length)	6 Feet
AC Cord (Length)	5 Feet
Dimensions (L x W x H)	6.0 x 5.1 x 2.5 Inches
Weight	3.75 Pounds

*Meets ISO 8846 Marine standards and Ignition protected (US Coast Guard 33 CFR 183.410)

What's in the Box?

GEN1 Charger
Owner's Manual & User Guide
Product Registration Card

Charging Times

The time required for the GEN1 to charge a normally discharged battery is shown below. Deeply discharged batteries may take longer to charge depending on the depth of discharge (DOD). The charge time is based on an average depth of discharge to a fully charged battery.

Note: The above table is for reference purposes only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. The time required for the GEN1 to charge a normally discharged battery is based on an average DOD of 50%.

Charging Steps

Steps 1 & 2: Test & Diagnostics
Checks battery voltage to make sure battery connections are good & battery is in a stable condition.

Step 3: Soft Start
Begins Bulk charging process with a gentle (soft) charge.

Step 4: Bulk
Continues Bulk charging process, returns 80% of battery capacity.

Step 5: Absorption
Switches to a constant current charge rate to bring your batteries close to 90% charge.

Step 6: Taper
Charges at low current levels until battery has reached 95% of its capacity.

Step 7: Top-Off
Charger initiates top-off charge to bring the battery to 100% charge.

Step 8: 24 Hour
Shuts off, but constantly monitors your battery by providing a gentle charge every 24 hours for maximum battery life.

NOCO Genius Chargers ... How do you choose?

2011-02-22T19:16:00.000-05:00

Over the past few weeks, we have given you some great information on some incredible chargers that we carry, the NOCO Genius Multi-Purpose Line. They are ALL wicked smart chargers, so how do you pick the one that is best for you?

Lucky for you (and for us) the wicked smart people at NOCO have devised a chart to help you pick the charger which best fits your needs. Click twice on the image below to see the entire chart. Take a look!

Hope that his helps you pick the best wicked smart charger for you! Visit Complete Battery Source today to see our line of NOCO Genius chargers ... and you will see something else ... On-Board Battery Chargers! We will be bringing you those details soon!

NOCO G26000 - What more can we say?

2011-02-15T13:47:00.003-05:00

This is a 15 Step, fully automatic switch-mode battery charger and maintainer. It restores batteries to their original capacity, recovers slightly sulfated batteries, charges batteries in cold climates rescues drained batteries, and provide maintenance charging to increase battery life. The G26000 has specialized charging modes for recovering severely drained batteries. The G26000 even comes with a remote temperature probe for optimized charging performance. suitable for most 12V and 2V battery capacities from 25-500Ah, such as motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles, jet skis, cars, RVs, boats and trucks.

Simple User Interface

Mode Button to select the charging modes manually
Error LED will illuminate when an error or reverse polarity is present
Charge level indicates the current charge level of the battery
Standby LED illuminates when a charging mode hasn't been selected
12V Norm LED is the mode for charging 12V wet, gel and MF batteries
12V Cold / AGM LED is the mode for charging 12V batteries below 32 degrees F and AGM batteries
24V Norm LED is the mode for charging 24V wet, gel and MF batteries
24V Cold / AGM LED is the mode for charging 24V batteries below 32 degrees F and AGM batteries
12V Silent Night LED is a mode which disables the internal cooling fan for quiet operation
12V Calcium LED is the mode for charging calcium batteries
32V Boost LED is the 24V charge mode for recovering battery capacity from sulfated batteries
16V Boost LED is the 12V charge mode for recovering battery capacity from sulfated batteries
16V Equalization LED is the 12V charge mode for equalization charging
13.6V Supply LED is the 12V charge mode for maintenance charging or low voltage batteries

Designed Tough

Comfort Cable Clamps

Ergonomically designed to make battery connecting and disconnecting effortless. Features a fully insulated over-mold casing with strain relief ends to alleviate unwanted tension on cable leads.

Built-In Fuse Protection

Each battery connection accessory features an over-molded inline fuse to increase user safety by protecting the battery charger from potentially dangerous short circuits.

Temperature Sensor

Built-in temperature sensor that constantly monitors the ambient temperature and automatically adjusts the charge profile as conditions change.

Extendable Connectors

Connecting and disconnecting accessory leads has never been easier! A uniquely designed interchangeable connector allows accessories to be properly mated and fastened with a snap-lock latch.

Rugged Enclosure

Made from a rugged polymer for high-impact resistance for some of the harshest and most demanding working environments.

Heavy Duty Cables

To ensure safe operation when charging with high currents and increased voltages.

Wicked Smart Features!

Here are just a few of the features of the G26000.

Auto-memory - returns to last selected mode when restarted.
Fully interactive - automatically adjusts itself to changing current needs
Rapid Charging Technology - Charges bateries 2X faster than traditional linear battery cahrgers
Calcium Mode - charge mode that is designed for calcium batteries
VosFX Processor - a smart processor using sophisticated levels of intelligence to alter the charge process base on organic feedback from the battery.

G26000 Technical Specifications

Input Voltage AC	110-120 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC	85-130 VAC, 50-60Hz
Input Current	10000mA RMS Max
Efficiency	85% Approx.
Power	500W Max
Charging Voltage	14.4/28.8V, 14.7/29.4V (Cold/AGM), 13.6V (Supply), 13.6V (Equalization), 16.5V (Calcium), 14.4V (Silent Night) 16.5V (Boost), 33.0V (Boost)
Charging Current	26000mA (12V), 13000mA (24V) 5000mA (Supply) 5000mA (Equalization) 5000mA (Calcium) 5000mA (Silent Night) 1500mA (16V Boost) 1500mA (32V Boost)
Back Current Drain	<5mA
Ripple	<2%
Ambient Temperature	0°C to +40°C
Charger Type	15 Step, Fully Automatic, Switch-Mode
Type of Batteries	12V & 24V Lead-Acid
Battery Chemistries	Wet, Gel, MF & AGM
Battery Capacity	50-500Ah (12V), 25-250Ah (24V), 25-100Ah (12V Calcium), Maintains All Battery Sizes
Housing Protection	IP44
Cooling	Fan Cooled
Noise Level	<50dB
Dimensions (L x W x H)	11.9 x 5.6 x 3.0 Inches
Weight	4.4 Pounds

What's In the Box?

G26000 Charger
HD Battery Clamp Connectors
HD Eyelet Terminal Connectors
Owner's Manual & User Guide
Product Registration Card

Charging Times

The time required for the G26000 to charge a normally discharged batteryis shown below. Deeply discharged batteries may take longer to charge depending on the depth of discharge (DOD). the charge time is based on an average depth of discharge to a fully charged battery

Note: The above table is for reference purposes only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. the time required for the G26000 to charge a normally discharged battery is based on an average DOD of 50%.
To ensure safe operation when charging with high currents and increased voltages.

Charging Steps

Step 1: Diagnostics
Checks the battery voltage to make sure battery connections are good and the battery is in a stable condition before beginning the charge process.

Step 2: Recovery
Initializes the Recovery process, if needed, for deeply discharged or sulfated (desulfation) batteries by pulsing small amounts of current.

Step 3: Soft Start
Begins Bulk charging process with a gentle (soft) charge.

Step 4-7: Bulk
The Bulk charging process continues using Max Rate, High Rate, Medium Rate and Low Rate charges and returns 80% of battery capacity, indicated by the 25%, 50% and 75% CHARGE LEDs.

Step 8: Absorption
Brings the charge level to 90%. The battery charger will deliver small amounts of current to provide a safe, efficient charge and limit battery gassing.

Step 9: Trickle
Battery is fully charged and ready to use, indicated by the 100% CHARGE LED being a solid Green. In this step, the battery charger will only deliver enough current to keep the battery full. If the battery tells the charger that more current is needed, the battery charger will switch to Maintenance.

Step 10: Maintenance
Continuously monitors the battery voltage to determine if a Maintenance charge should be initiated. If the terminal voltage falls below 12.8V (12V) and 25.6V (24V), the charger will start the Maintenance cycle until voltage reaches 14.4V (12V) and 28.8V (24V) and then discontinues the charge cycle. The cycle between Trickle and Maintenance is repeated indefinitely to keep the battery at full charge, without overcharging. The battery charger can be left connected indefinitely.

Step 11: 13.6V Supply
The 13.6V SUPPLY mode is used for low voltage batteries, maintenance charging or as a power supply.

Step 12: 13.6V Equalization
The 13.6V EQUALIZATION is used to provide an equalization charge by delivering a constant voltage of 13.6V.

Step 13: Silent Night
The SILENT NIGHT is used to provide quiet operation by reducing the charging current to 5A (5000mA) and disabling the internal cooling fan.

Step 14: 16V Boost
The 16V BOOST mode is used to recover battery capacity from a stratified (sulfated) battery by applying a specialized high 16.5V (17V Max) voltage to soften and melt down sulfate from the battery plates so that the material becomes usable again.

Step 15: 32V Boost
The 32V BOOST is used to recover battery capacity from a stratified (sulfated) battery by applying a specialized high 33V (34V Max) voltage to soften and melt down sulfate from the battery plates so that the material becomes usable again.

Not only is the NOCO Genius 7200 wicked smart, it is also wicked FAST!

2011-02-07T11:50:00.001-05:00

The G7200 is a smart, 12 step, fully automatic battery charger. Charge your battery in a cold climate, recover your slightly sulfated battery, rescue your drained battery, all with the G7200!

Simple User Interface

Mode Button - used to select the charging modes manually
Error LED - indicates when an error or reverse polarity is present
Charge Level - indicates the current charge level of the battery
Standby LED - indicates when a charging mode has not been selected
6 LED lights - indicate voltage, kind of battery, and temperature of charging area.

G7200 is designed tough!

Comfort Cable Clamps - ergonomically designed to make battery connecting and disconnecting effortless. Features a fully insulated over-mold casing with strain relief ends to alleviate unwanted tension on cable leads.

Built-In Fuse Protection - each battery connection accessory features an over-molded inline fuse to increase user safety by protecting the battery charger from potentially dangerous short circuits.

Extendable Connectors - Connecting and disconnecting accessory leads has never been easier! A uniquely designed interchangeable connector allow accessories to be properly mated and fastened with a snap-lock latch.

Rugged Enclosure - made from a rugged polymer for high-impact resistance for some of the harshest and most demanding working environments.

Wicked Smart Features!

12V/24V compatibility
Auto-Memory
Fully interactive
Designed for safety
HF/HE switch mode design
Rapid charging technology
Vairable input compensated
Recovery mode
Multiple battery chemistry
Abnormality protection
Extendable connectors
Cold / AGM mode
13.6V equalization and supply mode
16V boost mode

G7200 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage AC	110-120 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC	85-130 VAC, 50-60Hz
Input Current	2000mA RMS Max
Efficiency	85% Approx.
Power	150W Max
Charging Voltage	14.4/28.8V, 14.7/29.4V (Cold/AGM), 13.6V (Supply), 16.5V (Boost)
Charging Current	7200mA (12V), 3600mA (24V), 5000mA (Supply), 1500mA (Boost)
Back Current Drain	<5mA
Ripple	<2%
Ambient Temperature	0°C to +40°C
Charger Type	12 Step, Fully Automatic, Switch-Mode
Type of Batteries	12V & 24V Lead-Acid
Battery Chemistries	Wet, Gel, MF & AGM
Battery Capacity	14-230Ah (12V), 14-120Ah (24V), Maintains All Battery Sizes
Housing Protection	IP65
Cooling	Natural Convection
Noise Level	<50dB
Dimensions (L x W x H)	8.9 x 3.8 x 2.4 Inches
Weight	1.7 Pounds

What's in the Box?

G7200 Charger
Battery Clamp Connectors
Eyelet Terminal Connectors
Owner's Manual and User Guide
Product Registration Card

Charging Times

The time required for the G7200 to charge a normally discharged battery is shown below. Deeply discharged batteries may take longer to charge epeneding on the depth of discharge (DOD). The charge time is based on an average depth of discharge to a fully charged battery.

Note: the above table is for reference purposed only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. The time required for the G7200 to charge a normally discharged battery is based on an average of DOD of 50%.

Charging Steps

Step 1: Diagnostics
Checks the battery voltage to make sure battery connections are good and the battery is in a stable condition before beginning the charge process.

Step 2: Recovery
Initializes the Recovery process, if needed, for deeply discharged or sulfated (desulfation) batteries by pulsing small amounts of current.

Step 3: Soft Start
Begins Bulk charging process with a gentle (soft) charge.

Step 4-7: Bulk
The Bulk charging process continues using Max Rate, High Rate, Medium Rate and Low Rate charges and returns 80% of battery capacity, indicated by the 25%, 50% and 75% CHARGE LEDs.

Step 8: Absorption
Brings the charge level to 90%. The battery charger will deliver small amounts of current to provide a safe, efficient charge and limit battery gassing.

Step 9: Trickle
Battery is fully charged and ready to use, indicated by the 100% CHARGE LED being a solid Green. In this step, the battery charger will only deliver enough current to keep the battery full. If the battery tells the charger that more current is needed, the battery charger will switch to Maintenance.

Step 10: Maintenance
Continuously monitors the battery voltage to determine if a Maintenance charge should be initiated. If the terminal voltage falls below 12.8V (12V) and 25.6V (24V), the charger will start the Maintenance cycle until voltage reaches 14.4V (12V) and 28.8V (24V) and then discontinues the charge cycle. The cycle between Trickle and Maintenance is repeated indefinitely to keep the battery at full charge, without overcharging. The battery charger can be left connected indefinitely.

Step 11: 13.6V Supply
The 13.6V SUPPLY mode is used for low voltage batteries, maintenance charging or as a power supply.

Step 12: 16V Boost
The 16V BOOST mode is used to recover battery capacity from a stratified (sulfated) battery by applying a specialized high 16.5V (17V Max) voltage to soften and melt down sulfate from the battery plates so that the material becomes usable again.

8 Steps? You bet! The G3500 fully automatic battery charger and maintainer!

2011-01-31T12:05:00.000-05:00

The G3500 restores batteries to their original capacity, recovers slightly sulfated batteries, charges batteries in cold climates, rescues drained batteries and provides maintenance charging to increase battery life. A versatile battery charger that provides charging modes for both large and small batteries from 1.2-120Ah in:

cars
RVs
boats
trucks
motorcycles
ATVs
jet skis
snowmobiles

This battery charger has an 8 charging modes. They are as follows:

6V Norm LED - for 6V wet, gel and MF batteries (14-120ah)
6V Cold / AGM LED - for 6V batteries below 32 degrees Fahrenheit and AGM batteries(14-120Ah)
12V Norm LED - for 12V west, gel and MF batteries(14-120Ah)
12V Cold / AGM LED - for 12V batteries below 32 degrees Fahrenheit and AGM batteries(14-120Ah)
6V Small Norm LED - for 6V wet, gel and MF batteries (1.2-14Ah)
6V Small Cold / AGM LED - for 6V batteries below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (1.2-14Ah)
12V Small Norm LED - for 12V wet, gel and MF batteries (1.2-14Ah)
12V Small Cold / AGM LED - for 12V batteries below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (1.2-14Ah)

Simple User Interface

Mode Button to select the charging modes manually.
Error LED illuminates when reverse polarity or another problem is present.
Charge level reveals the current charge level of the battery.
Standby LED is lit when a charging mode has not been selected.

The G3500 comes with

Comfort Cable Clamps

Designed to make it easy to connect and disconnect your battery. Has a fully insulated over-mold casing with strain relief ends to alleviate unwanted tension on cable leads.

Built-In Fuse Protection

Features an over-molded inline fuse to increase user safety by protecting the battery charger from potentially dangerous short circuits.

Extendable Connectors

Uniquely designed interchangeable connector allows accessories to be properly mated and fastened with a snap-lock latch.

Rugged Enclosure

Made from a rugged polymer for high-impact resistance for some of the harshest and most demanding working environments.

NOCO VosFX Processor - this is what makes this product so wicked smart. This processor uses sophisticated levels of intelligence to alter the charge process based on organic feedback from the battery to extend battery life. It quickly and efficiently makes decisions on how to charge the battery without risking user safety or damage to the battery.

G3500 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage AC	110-120 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC	85-130 VAC, 50-60Hz
Input Current	1200mA RMS Max
Efficiency	85% Approx.
Power	60W Max
Charging Voltage	7.2/14.4, 7.4/14.7V (Cold/AGM)
Charging Current	3500mA (Large), 900mA (Small)
Back Current Drain	<5mA
Ripple	<2%
Ambient Temperature	0°C to +40°C
Charger Type	8 Step, Fully Automatic, Switch-Mode
Type of Batteries	6V & 12V Lead-Acid
Battery Chemistries	Wet, Gel, MF and AGM
Battery Capacity	14-120Ah (Large), 1.2-14Ah (Small), Maintains All Battery Sizes
Housing Protection	IP65
Cooling	Natural Convection
Noise Level	<50dB
Dimensions (L x W x H)	7.7 x 2.7 x 1.9 Inches
Weight	1.1 Pounds

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

G3500 Charger
Battery Clamp Connectors
Eyelet Terminal Connectors
Owner's Manual & User Guide
Product Registration Card

CHARGING TIMES

The time required for the G3500 to charge a normally discharged battery is shown below. Deeply discharged batteries may take longer to charge depending n the dept of discharge (DOD). The charge time is based on an average depth of discharge to a fully charged battery.

Note: The above table is for reference purposes only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. The time required for the G3500 to charge a normally discharged battery is based on an average DOD of 50%.

CHARGING STEPS

Step 1: Diagnostics
Checks the battery voltage to make sure battery connections are good and the battery is in a stable condition before beginning the charge process.

Step 2: Recovery
Initializes the Recovery process, if needed, for deeply discharged or sulfated (desulfation) batteries by pulsing small amounts of current.

Step 3: Soft Start
Begins Bulk charging process with a gentle (soft) charge.

Step 4-5: Bulk
The Bulk charging process continues using both a High Rate and Medium Rate charge and returns 80% of battery capacity, indicated by the 25%, 50% and 75% CHARGE LEDs.

Step 6: Absorption
Brings the charge level to 90%. The battery charger will deliver small amounts of current to provide a safe, efficient charge and limit battery gassing.

Step 7: Trickle
Battery is fully charged and ready to use, indicated by the 100% CHARGE LED being a solid Green. In this step, the battery charger will only deliver enough current to keep the battery full. If the battery tells the charger that more current is needed, the battery charger will switch to Maintenance.

Step 8: Maintenance
Continuously monitors the battery voltage to determine if a maintenance charge should be initiated. If the terminal voltage falls below 6.4V (6V) and 12.8V (12V), the charger will start the Maintenance cycle until voltage reaches 7.2V (6V) and 14.4V (12V) and then discontinues the charge cycle. The cycle between Trickle and Maintenance is repeated indefinitely to keep the battery at full charge, without overcharging. The battery charger can be left connected indefinitely.

G1100 - Another Wicked Smart Charger courtesy of Noco Genius

2011-01-24T11:04:00.000-05:00

The G1100 is a smart, 7 step, fully automatic switch-mode battery charger and maintainer. It is powered by NOCO's VosFX Processor. The VosFX Processor is a revolutionary smart processor utilizing sophisticated levels of intelligence to alter the charge process based on organic feedback from the battery to extend battery life. The VosFX Processor quickly and efficiently makes decisions on how to charge the battery without risking user safety or damage to the battery. That is what makes this charger wicked smart.

Simple User Interface

Mode Button - the mode button is used to manual choose the charging modes
Error LED - this will be orange when an error condition or reverse polarity is present
Charge Level - indicates the current charge level of battery
Standby LED - this will be green when a charging mode has not been selected

Charge Modes are:

6V Norm
6V Cold / AGM
12V Norm
12V Cold / AGM

The G1100 is a well designed charger. It has built-in fuse protection. Each battery connection accessory features an over-molded inline fuse to increase user safety by protecting the battery charger from potentially dangerous short circuits. It is also made from a rugged polymer for high-impact resistance for some of the harshest and most demanding working environments.

G1100 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage AC	110-120 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC	85-130 VAC, 50-60Hz
Input Current	600mA RMS Max
Efficiency	85% Approx.
Power	30W Max
Charging Voltage	7.2/14.4, 7.4/14.7V (Cold/AGM)
Charging Current	1100mA
Back Current Drain	<5mA
Ripple	<2%
Ambient Temperature	0°C to +40°C
Charger Type	7 Step, Fully Automatic, Switch-Mode
Type of Batteries	6V & 12V Lead-Acid
Battery Chemistries	Wet, Gel, MF & AGM
Battery Capacity	2.2-40Ah, Maintains All Battery Sizes
Housing Protection	IP65
Cooling	Natural Convection
Noise Level	<50dB
Dimensions (L x W x H)	6.1 x 2.5 x 1.6 Inches
Weight	0.8 Pounds

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

G1100 Charger
Battery Clamp Connectors
Eyelet Terminal Connectors
Owner's Manual & User Guide
Product Registration Card

CHARGING TIMES

The time required for the G1100 to charge a normally discharged battery is shown below. Deeply discharged batteries may take longer to charge depending on the depth of discharge (DOD). The charge time is based on an average depth of discharge to a fully charged battery.

Note: The above table is for reference purposes only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. The time required for the G1100 to charge a normally discharged battery is based on an average DOD of 50%.

G750 for Smaller Applications

2011-01-20T13:29:00.000-05:00

Come to Complete Battery Source to see the NOCO Genius G750 Charger, the wicked smart charger that charges and maintains batteries in your smaller applications, like motorcycles, ATVs, Jet Skis or snowmobiles. It can also maintain any 6V or 12V battery in your car, RV, boat or truck! More details about this battery!

The MODE button is used to change between 6V, 12V or STANDBY mode.
The CHARGE LED will be red during the charging process and green when charging is complete.
The ERROR LED will eliminate when there is problem or when there is reverse polarity.

G750 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage AC	110-120 VAC, 50-60Hz
Working Voltage AC	85-130 VAC, 50-60Hz
Input Current	300mA RMS Max
Efficiency	85% Approx.
Power	20W Max
Charging Voltage	7.2V/14.4V
Charging Current	750mA
Back Current Drain	<5mA
Ripple	<2%
Ambient Temperature	0°C to +40°C
Charger Type	5 Step, Fully Automatic, Switch-Mode
Type of Batteries	6V & 12V Lead-Acid
Battery Chemistries	Wet, Gel, MF & AGM
Battery Capacity	1.2-30Ah, Maintains All Battery Sizes
Housing Protection	IP60
Cooling	Natural Convection
Noise Level	<50dB
Dimensions (L x W x H)	4.5 x 2.7 x 1.3 Inches
Weight	0.5 Pounds

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

G750 Charger
Battery Clamp Connectors
Eyelet Terminal Connectors
Owner's Manual & User Guide
Product Registration Card

Charging Steps

Step 1: Diagnostics
Checks the battery voltage to make sure battery connections are good and the battery is in a stable condition before beginning the charge process.

Step 2: Soft Start
Begins Bulk charging process with a gentle (soft) charge.

Step 3: Bulk
Continues Bulk charging process, returns 90% of battery capacity.

Step 4: Absorption
Brings the charge level to 100%. The battery charger will deliver small amounts of current to provide a safe, efficient charge and limit battery gassing.

Step 5: Maintenance
Monitors the battery voltage continuously to determine if a maintenance charge should be initiated. If the terminal voltage falls below approximately 6.4V (6V) and 12.8V (12V), the charger will start the Maintenance cycle until voltage reaches approximately 7.2V (6V) and 14.4V (12V) and then will discontinue the charge cycle. Maintenance cycle is repeated indefinitely to keep the battery at full charge, without overcharging. The battery charger can be left connected indefinitely.

CHARGING TIMES

The time required for the G750 to charge a normally discharged battery is shown below. Deeply discharged batteries may take longer to charge depending on the depth of discharge (DOD). The charge time is based on an average depth of discharge to a fully charged battery.

Note: The above table is for reference purposes only. Actual data may differ due to battery conditions. The time required for the G750 to charge a normally discharged battery is based on an average DOD of 50%.

NOCO Genius Chargers

2011-01-09T12:39:00.000-05:00

NOCO Genius: wicked smart chargers! Simple to use, they automatically diagnose, recover charge and maintain your batteries ...that is everything but the kitchen sink! No matter the vehicle (motorcycle, car, ATV, UTV, tractor, boat, RV, snowmobile, truck) these chargers always properly charge and maintain. Result: longer battery life and improved battery capacity. We are so excited to carry this line at Complete Battery Source. Please stop by the site and take a look!

It's that Time of Year Again!

2010-12-17T15:22:00.000-05:00

At least it is, here in Michigan. Have you changed your remote starter battery lately? Come to Complete Battery Source and find the battery you need for your remote starter. There is nothing better on a cold winter's day than to get into a car warmed up just for you!

Stay warm, and thank you so much for shopping at CompleteBatterySource.com.

Garmin GPS Batteries

2010-06-06T11:25:00.002-04:00

Did you know that you can replace the battery in your Garmin GPS? If the battery life in your Garmin Nuvi just isn't what it used to be, get a new battery from Complete Battery Source. Restore the performance of your Garmin Nuvi GPS with Garmin GPS batteries from Complete Battery Source today.

Use Discount code NUVI06 to get an additional 10% off your Garmin GPS battery now through June 30.

Low Price Guarantee on ODYSSEY Batteries

2010-03-15T21:45:00.000-04:00

If you're into performance cars, ATVs, PWCs, Motorcycles or any other serious powersports activity, you've probably heard of ODYSSEY batteries. Complete Battery Source is now stocking the most popular ODYSSEY models and offering an amazing 110% Price Match Guarantee. If you find a better advertised price on any of our ODYSSEY batteries, we'll beat it by 10%. Simply send us a link to the lower price. We'll verify the price and send you a coupon code by email that you can use to buy the same battery from us at 10% below our competitor's price online.

It couldn't be simpler to get an amazing deal on the ODYSSEY battery you need this spring. Just one more way Complete Battery Source is committed to bringing you the very best products at amazing prices.

Odyssey Batteries - Just In

2010-02-08T21:48:00.000-05:00

Here at Complete Battery Source, we're already thinking about the spring powersports season. For all of you out there that are serious about your motorcycles, ATVs, boats and cars, we're now offering the extreme performance of Odyssey drycell batteries. These are some awesome batteries that can really take the abuse of being in storage for months on end in cold weather, and come back strong as ever. The extended service life and superior power of an Odyssey battery is a must for powersports enthusiasts.

Check 'em out today.

CTEK Chargers - Just In!

2010-01-20T23:09:00.000-05:00

If you're in to old cars, fast cars or luxury cars, chances are you have heard of CTEK Battery Chargers. These are the smartest battery chargers on the market today, bringing new life to old batteries and increasing the service life of all types of lead/acid and gel type batteries.

The CTEK line of battery chargers includes chargers for small batteries (100AH), car batteries, even 6 volt batteries. Perfect for seasonal toys (personal watercraft batteries, ATV batteries, motorcycle batteries), the CTEK charger will maintain your batteries while in storage for optimum performance.

Take a moment to check out our full line of CTEK chargers and accessories from Complete Battery Source.

2009-12-04T12:58:00.003-05:00

Just in: Flip Video Battery Pack ABT1W for Flip Ultra Camcorders

Another truckload sale here at CompleteBatterySource. Today's deal is the ABT1W battery pack. This Flip Video Battery Pack fits the Flip Ultra Second Generation camcorder, as well as the new Flip Ultra HD camcorder.

We've got the best deal anywhere on this handy little battery pack. We're blowing them out for only $17.07, beating the likes of Amazon, B&H, Newegg, and everyone else out there. With our low flat-rate shipping, this is the best price online for the popular Flip Video Battery Pack.

So pick up a couple of ABT1W Flip Video Batteries for your Flip Ultra camcorder today. Who knows how long they'll last.

Until next time,

Your friends at CBS

The Best Value in a Portable Jump Starter

2009-10-15T20:29:00.002-04:00

Boy have we got a deal for you! We just got a killer deal on a boatload of these Portable Jump Starters.

In case you are not familiar with the term "portable jump starter", we're talking about one of those boxes you can carry around that has a rechargeable battery in it that you can use to jump start your car, truck, SUV, ATV, boat, lawn tractor, or whatever. Pretty much anything with an electric starter you can jump start with a PJS (portable jump starter).

Now here's the deal. This is a real portable jump starter, with enough horsepower to actually start your car when it's cold outside. Don't be fooled by cheap-o units that hook up to your cigarette lighter. Those things can't get your car started unless you leave them plugged in for a half hour or more. In fact, if your battery is actually dead, there is no way a cigarette-lighter PJS can possibly start your car. In most cars, there is a 10 amp fuse for the cigarette lighter. That's right - 10 Amps. If the PJS actually could deliver enough power to start your car (typically 50 amps or more), it would blow the fuse!

For sure, portable jump starters with this kind of power are available all over the internet. The problem is they typically cost $80 or more - Plus Shipping! Now, because we love you, we are selling this 900A Portable Jump Starter for only $54.95 - AND we're throwing in FREE SHIPPING.

Shop around, you'll see what I'm talking about. We are confident that this is the BEST deal ANYWHERE on a portable jump starter. If you think you found a better deal, leave us a comment and let us know. We can't find one.

While we do have a boatload of them right now, they're going fast. With old Jack Frost moving in on the northern part of the country, things could pick up in a hurry. Be sure you get yours now before we run out.

Until Next Time,
Your Friends at Complete Battery Source

PLC Batteries for Fanuc Robotics

2009-09-18T20:57:00.002-04:00

Did you know that we carry those hard-to-find replacement batteries for Fanuc Robotics equipment?

Well, we do!

A large selection of Fanuc PLC Batteries are available on our website. With 7 retail locations, we even have them in-stock and ready to ship.

Another way that CompleteBatterySource is keeping your shop running. Don't forget to change your PLC batteries every year to ensure that critical data is not lost during a power failure.

MH750PF64HC What?

2009-08-31T15:19:00.003-04:00

We could tell that you loved the last deal we posted on a big-name battery, so here's another one.

The incredible MH750PF64HC now only $25.95. I know, hard to believe, but it's true.

Just another way we're "going to the dogs" over here at CBS. Another great deal on a dog collar battery.

Enjoy!

Dogs, Dogs and More Dogs

2009-08-25T20:13:00.002-04:00

At Complete Battery Source, we love our dogs. So much so that we just keep looking for ways to bring you better deals on dog collar batteries for your training systems.

This time it's the DC-20 that we're marking down to a ridiculous price so we can keep our dog-loving customers jumping for joy. This incredible battery sports 3.6v in a NiMH composition and a whopping 200mAh. I know, amazing isn't it?

Well, amazing or not, we're blowing out the DC20 Dog Collar Battery for the awesome price of only $17.95. That's at least a buck cheaper than any of our competitors. And when you stock-up on this beauty (buy 3 or more), the shipping is FREE! Crazy, isn't it?

Oh, almost forgot to mention that if you have a system that doesn't use the DC20, you are still in luck with CBS. We have a full selection of dog collar batteries to fit Dogtra, Innotek, Sportdog, PetSafe, and more. Always discount prices on the best selection of dog collar batteries is right here at Complete Battery Source.

Until next time. . . . .

Another Bargain on a Dog Collar Battery

2009-08-18T21:20:00.002-04:00

Ever go bargain-hunting on your own website? Well, we do it all the time.

Today, we found a real gem. The Dogtra 650-059 This might not be the hottest battery on the planet, but when you need one, it's a big deal.

At CBS, we're selling this baby at prices you can't find anywhere. The best we could find on the 650-059 is $23.99. We're blowing them out for the low-low price of only $21.95! Do we sound like an infomercial yet??

We hope you enjoy your Dogtra 650-059 deal of the century. Catch 'em before they're all gone!

See you next time --

Price Drop on Kinetic MH120AAAL4GC

2009-08-12T22:28:00.003-04:00

Wow, what a long name for a battery!

Long name or not, the MH120AAAL4GC Kinetic Dog Collar Battery is one of our best selling dog collar batteries. We'd like to thank you by lowering our already-low price on this battery.

For a limited time, the MH120AAAL4GC is available for only $18.49! Woo Hoo! Heck, when you buy 3, we even give away free shipping. Crazy, I know.

Now try to contain yourself. We know how excited you get when you find a great deal on a battery, and this is certainly a great deal. Check for yourself on Google Shopping here. See? Even Google can't find a better price on this baby.

Get 'em while they last. I'm pretty sure the owner's going to make me raise the price when he finds out about this.

Happy Hunting!

Innotek 6v Dog Collar Battery Special

2009-07-20T15:26:00.002-04:00

Wow, if you're looking for a deal on batteries for your Innotek dog collar, we've got the goods.

Our comparison shoppers tell me that the lowest price they can find online is $6.99 for the most common Innotek dog collar battery (6v). Seems like just about all of the Innotek collars (bark collars as well as pet containment systems) are using this battery.

For a limited time only, Complete Battery Source is selling the highly popular Innotek 6v dog collar battery for only $4.95!

Combine that with our low, flat-rate shipping, and this is a whopper of a deal. It's not uncommon to go through 9 or more of these batteries per year (you really should change them monthly for a pet containment system). Stock up now and save big. These Innotek dog collar batteries have a shelf life of more than 3 years, so there's no reason to keep several in-stock.

In addition to a full line of Innotek dog collar batteries, we also have rock-bottom prices on other dog collar batteries as well, for all of the biggest manufacturers: PetSafe, Innotek, Dogtra, and Sportdog.

Until next time . . . .

Cordless Phone Batteries - Just In

2009-07-16T23:06:00.002-04:00

We are happy to announce that CompleteBatterySource.com now has added more than 40 of the most popular cordless phone batteries to our new website.

While we continue to add new products daily, our new website now offers more than 1,500 replacement batteries for cordless phones, dog collar batteries, door lock batteries, emergency light batteries and so much more.

With 6 locations throughout Michigan, Complete Battery Source is your one-stop shop for any type of replacement battery you can imagine.

Until next time . . . .

Complete Battery Source - Where Batteries Are What We DO!

2009-07-13T11:11:00.002-04:00

Complete Battery Source is a convenient online or in-store shopping experience that will leave you wanting to come back for more next time. They carry every battery imaginable and are proud to say, Yep... Got That! Their selection includes emergency lighting batteries, dog collar batteries, watch batteries, power tool batteries, door lock batteries, camera batteries and a lot more.

Right now they are having a huge sale on Dog Collar Batteries at 25% off. If you have the time - stop by and check out what they have! Be sure to visit us on the west very soon at Complete Battery Source.

25% Off Dog Collar Batteries!!

2009-07-08T11:14:00.006-04:00

For a limited time we've decided to lower our prices on already low priced dog collar batteries. You can get 25% off of all our dog collar batteries. Make sure you are purchasing the right battery for your dog collar by searching on our website for the brand or model number. We have a large variety of dog collar batteries, including but not limited to: Sportdog Batteries, Kinetic Batteries, Petsafe Batteries, Innotek Batteries and more! Don't wait until its too late and your favorite canines battery dies. Be prepared and prevent accidental escapes! Complete Battery Source has YOUR complete source of dog collar batteries!

Dog Collar Batteries - Make Sure You Are Stocked Up

2009-07-01T10:00:00.004-04:00

Remember when you first got that invisible fence, the peace of mind it brought with it? The freedom it gives you and you dog is remarkable. However, it is summer, and your dog will surely be outdoors a lot more than usual. Don't risk your dog collar batteries going dead. Be prepared! It's always good to have a couple of replacement dog collar batteries on hand. Don't find out your dog collar battery has gone dead when your dog runs straight through the fence!

Maybe this scenario fits you better. You bought one of those dog training collars and all the sudden the battery dies. Lets just say you are in the midst of a training period with your dog. Any type of lag in the training can put you back at square one. So, once again, have those replacement dog collar batteries on hand so you don't experience a lapse in your dog training sessions!

Visit Complete Battery Source to check out the entire line of dog collar batteries. Don't wait and be stuck with a dead battery!