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  • How Does MultiPlus-II Compensate for Voltage Loss?

    Posted by Arannis on January 13, 2024 at 3:13 pm
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    I’m trying to understand how the MultiPlus-II deals with potential voltage loss during charging. Can it ensure the battery gets the right voltage even if there’s some resistance in the cables?

    Grippe replied 5 months, 3 weeks ago 3 Members · 2 Replies
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  • Garrit

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    January 13, 2024 at 4:46 pm
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    It’s got a feature called voltage sense.

    This means it can actually measure the voltage right where it matters – at the battery terminals. So, even if your cables have some resistance and cause a bit of voltage drop, the charger adjusts to make sure the battery gets exactly the voltage it needs.

    No more worries about undercharging due to cable resistance!

  • Grippe

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    January 13, 2024 at 6:47 pm
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    The MultiPlus-II incorporates a voltage sense feature to precisely manage the charging voltage, particularly in scenarios where cable resistance might lead to voltage loss. This feature allows the system to measure the voltage directly at the battery terminals or the DC bus, compensating for any voltage drop across the cables.

    As a result, it ensures that the actual charging voltage at the battery terminals is consistent with the intended charging voltage, regardless of any resistance in the cable.

    This accuracy is crucial for maintaining optimal charging efficiency and preventing issues like undercharging, which can occur due to voltage drops in the charging system.

    By actively monitoring and adjusting for these voltage variations, the MultiPlus-II ensures the battery receives the correct charge voltage, thus enhancing the charging process’s effectiveness and prolonging the battery’s overall lifespan.

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