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Optimate 3+ Motorcycle Battery Charger - TecMate

Part #: TM-151

Specifications

The TecMate Optimate 3+ Motorcycle Battery Charger, model TM-151, is engineered for optimal 12V battery care. This compact unit weighs 1 lb and features a weatherproof enclosure, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use in temperatures as low as -40°F (-40°C). It operates with a global AC input (100-240V 50-60Hz) and delivers a constant charge current of 0.8A. The charger is compatible with 12V lead-acid batteries, including STD, AGM, GEL, EFB, and deep cycle types, ranging from 2.5Ah to 38Ah for continuous maintenance. It comes equipped with both a weatherproof battery lead with ringlet connectors and a set of battery clips for versatile connection options.

Key Features

  • 7-Step Automatic Charging Program: The Optimate 3+ utilizes a sophisticated 7-stage charging and maintenance program that diagnoses, recovers, charges, tests, and maintains your battery automatically.
  • Advanced Battery Recovery: This smart motorcycle battery charger can rescue severely neglected, sulfated 12V batteries from as low as 0.5 volts, employing a two-step desulfation recovery process with voltages up to 22V.
  • Long-Term Battery Maintenance: Designed for "connect and forget" convenience, the Optimate 3+ safely maintains batteries for extended periods without overcharging, featuring an interactive float charge and desulfation pulses during its 24/7 care cycle.
  • Comprehensive Safety Protections: It integrates multiple safety mechanisms, including reverse polarity protection, short-circuit protection, and spark suppression, ensuring safe operation and protecting both the charger and the battery.
  • Automatic Battery Testing: The unit automatically tests the battery's state of health, providing early warnings for potential battery problems.
  • Energy-Efficient Design: Engineered for high efficiency, the charger minimizes standby power consumption to less than 0.5W, contributing to economical long-term use.

Applications

The Optimate 3+ motorcycle battery charger is an essential tool for maintaining 12V lead-acid batteries across various power sport vehicles and equipment. It is ideal for:

  • Motorcycles: Ensures your bike is always ready to ride, preventing battery drain during off-season storage or periods of infrequent use.
  • ATVs and UTVs: Keeps utility and recreational vehicle batteries in peak condition, extending their lifespan.
  • Snowmobiles and Personal Watercraft: Maintains batteries for seasonal vehicles, crucial for reliable starting after long storage.
  • Lawn Tractors and Small Engine Equipment: Provides consistent battery health for a range of small engine applications.
  • Workshop Use: Serves as a versatile battery desulfator and maintainer for various 12V lead-acid batteries on the bench.

Benefits

  • Extends Battery Life: The multi-stage charging and maintenance program actively prevents sulfation and overcharging, significantly prolonging the overall life of your 12V batteries.
  • Reliable Vehicle Starting: By ensuring your battery remains fully charged and healthy, this smart charger guarantees dependable starts for your motorcycle and other vehicles, even after extended periods of inactivity.
  • Saves Money on Replacements: Recovering deeply discharged batteries and optimizing battery health reduces the need for frequent battery replacements, offering considerable cost savings over time.
  • Effortless Battery Care: Its fully automatic operation means you can connect the charger and leave it, eliminating the need for constant supervision and simplifying battery maintenance.
  • Safe for Vehicle Electronics: The advanced electronic protection features ensure that the charger is entirely safe for your vehicle's sensitive electronics, preventing damage from surges or incorrect connections.

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  • Model: 104308
  • Shipping Weight: 1lbs
  • UPC: 819274001213
  • Manufacturers Part #: TM-151
  • Manufactured by: TecMate
  • Also Known As: TECTM-151, TECTM-151

This product was added to our catalog on Monday 24 November, 2008.