Target Capacity
The target capacity (displayed as T
ARGET
on the analyzer LCD screen) is a
pass/fail mark. Batteries must achieve the target capacity to pass service. In the
Auto program, if a battery capacity is less than the Target Capacity, the battery is
reconditioned.
The target capacity does not determine the level to which a battery is charged; it
only provides an arbitrary point to which to compare actual battery capacity. For
example, a battery with a 90% capacity will pass if the target capacity is set at 80%
but fail if the target capacity is 100%. The batteries are always fully charged.
The target capacity can be set for 50% to 150% of nominal capacity. These values
are recommended for most uses:
90% Maintains batteries for critical applications that require maximum
energy reserve and high reliability. Fewer batteries will pass.
80% Recommended (default) setting that provides a balance
between adequate energy reserve and long service life.
70% Recommended for less stringent applications where battery
power demand is not critical or is of brief duration. More batteries
will pass.
Chemistry
The chemistry parameter refers to the battery chemistry. The chemistry is labeled
on the battery. The analyzer works with: NiCd (Nickel-cadmium); NiMH (Nickel-
metal-hydride); SLA (Sealed Lead Acid), Li-ion (Lithium-ion and Li-Polymer) and Li-
Ph (Lithium Phosphate).
Battery Voltage (Volts)
The Battery Voltage parameter refers to the terminal voltage of the battery. The
voltage is often labeled on the battery. The voltage is based on a nominal cell
voltage of 1.2V/cell for NiCd and NiMH batteries, 2V/cell for SLA batteries, 3.6V/cell
for Li-ion and 3.3V/cell for Li-Ph batteries.
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