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Russian Federation, Eugene
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50 Karma

Review on Efficient Sunforce 58104 3.5W 12V Solar ๐Ÿ”‹ Battery Trickle Charger with OBD-II Connector for Optimal Charging by Scott Lavimodiere

Revainrating 2 out of 5

False advertising warning! NO overcharge protection.

The PV modules appear to be fine, but I really don't like that they are advertised as having "overcharge/discharge protection built in". As for discharge I'm not sure (I'll measure when I get a chance) but it happily pumped over 15 volts to a fully charged battery. This is too much and over time will cause the electrolyte to boil off and/or corrode the grid. The only "protection against overcharging" seems to be its negligible performance.

Pros
  • Price
Cons
  • Slightly torn