If you’re purchasing a new battery from AGM for your RV, race car, boat, or ATV, you might be wondering how long it will take to charge it, and the answer to this question depends on the specific product that you choose. Here’s what you need to know to determine how long your battery will take to charge:
It’s important to consider the size of your battery
Larger batteries will take longer to charge, which is because they hold more energy. If you get 6-volt batteries, they will be charged more quickly. However, they will also run out of electricity more rapidly than 12-volt batteries.
There also are differences between these two classes of battery that you need to consider. Some batteries within both the 12 and 6-volt categories are able to hold more electricity than others, and it’s important to realize that it’s not actually voltage that determines how much electricity your battery can generate. It’s actually the amperage. Luckily, this is shown on the labels of AGM products.
Another factor to consider is how you’re charging it
The specific charger that you use also plays a significant role in how long it will take. Some chargers are able to transfer energy from the outlet to the battery much more efficiently, which will decrease the amount of time that it takes for your battery to be completely charged.
Most chargers will transfer the energy from your outlet to the battery at a rate of about 10 amps per hour, which means that it will take around 3.6 hours to charge most 12-volt batteries. However, some chargers are capable of charging an AGM battery significantly faster than this.
It also depends on how much electricity you used
If you use more of the electricity in your battery, it will take longer to charge than if you used a smaller amount. However, it’s important to never discharge your battery below 50% in order to ensure that your AGM product lasts. However, you should always use at least 20% of the energy that’s stored in your battery before you recharge it.