How long do Varta rechargeable batteries last?
You don’t quite get the capacity you do with the Eneloops or Energizers, but the Vartas have one advantage they don’t. The 1,900mAh AA batteries can be recharged up to 2,100 times, while retaining 60% of their charge after five years of storage. The 550mAh batteries go even further, with up to 3,400 recharge cycles.
How long does it take to charge a Varta battery?
around 15 min – 2 hours
Charging takes around 15 min – 2 hours with a quick-charger as opposed to more than 10 hours charging time for normal chargers. The relatively high current of the quick-charger requires an especially reliable form of switching off once the battery has been fully charged.
Are Varta lithium batteries any good?
Plenty of people prefer Varta batteries to any other type, not least for motorcycles and motorhomes, because Varta produces reliable and durable products. Varta is one of the leading battery manufacturers in the industry and has been around for many decades.
How do you charge a Varta?
(If the vehicle has a positive ground, connect the positive lead to the engine block.) Make sure that the charger leads to the battery are not broken, frayed or loose. Set the timer, turn the charger on and slowly increase the charging rate until the desired ampere value is reached.
What does blue light mean on Varta battery charger?
The charger has one blue status led, it will light up when the charger is charging, i.e. when there is two batteries in the charger. The charger will never terminate, you have to keep time and remove the batteries when they are full.
How often should you charge rechargeable batteries?
It is recommended to charge a rechargeable battery when about 70% to 75% of the capacity has been consumed. Rechargeable batteries are damaged by over-discharging them, which will have its impact on the service life of the batteries and could cause leakage.