powerpulse
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- October 23, 2015
In this month’s edition of PulseTalk, we will be exploring the PowerPulse onboard desulfators and how they should be used within a Battery Maintenance System (BMS). These tiny, yet powerful, devices help ensure peak battery performance and can extend battery life up to three times using patented pulse technology.
PowerPulse is a battery maintenance technology designed to help reduce sulfation in lead-acid batteries. It sends high-frequency electronic pulses through the battery, which can help break down sulfate crystals and improve battery performance and lifespan.
Sulfation is one of the most common causes of battery failure. When a battery remains partially discharged for extended periods, sulfate crystals can build up on the battery plates, reducing its ability to hold a charge. PowerPulse technology aims to minimize this buildup and keep the battery operating more efficiently.
Many vehicle owners, RV users, and equipment operators use PowerPulse devices to maintain batteries during storage or regular use. While it cannot repair severely damaged batteries, it may help extend battery life, improve charging efficiency, and support more reliable starting performance when used as part of a proper battery maintenance routine.
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- April 21, 2011 2
Sulfation is the buildup of lead sulfate crystals on a battery’s plates, usually in lead-acid batteries. It happens when a battery stays discharged too long, is undercharged, or is repeatedly used without proper recharging. Sulfation reduces the battery’s ability to hold and deliver power.
When sulfation builds up, the battery charges slower, loses capacity, and may struggle to start engines or power devices. Over time, the crystals harden and block the chemical reaction needed for normal battery performance.
Mild sulfation can sometimes be reduced with proper charging or a smart charger’s desulfation mode. Severe sulfation is often permanent and usually means the battery needs replacement. The best prevention is keeping the battery fully charged, avoiding deep discharge, and using a maintainer during long storage.
What is Sulfation and How Does it Affect My Battery?
Sulfation is the buildup of lead sulfate crystals on a battery’s plates, usually caused by low charge or long storage.
