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); Li-
ion (Lithium-ion and Li-Polymer) and SLA (Sealed Lead Acid). For Lithium Polymer
batteries, use Li-ion.
Battery Voltage (Volts)
The Battery Voltage parameter refers to the terminal voltage of the battery. The voltage is
often labeled on the battery. On the C7200-C and C7400-C, the maximum voltage is 14.4V
for NiCd, NiMH and Li-ion batteries. The maximum voltage is 14V for SLA batteries. The
C7200-C and C7400-C cannot be modified to handle batteries greater than 14.4V. The
maximum voltage on the C7400ER-C is 28.8V for NiCd and NiMH batteries and 36V for
SLA and Li-ion batteries. The voltage is based on a nominal cell voltage of 1.2V/cell for
NiCd and NiMH batteries, 2V/cell for SLA batteries, and 3.6V/cell for Li-ion batteries.
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