Optimate 5 Automatic 6/12 Volt Battery Charger - TecMate

Specifications

The TecMate Optimate 5 Automatic 6/12 Volt Battery Charger, model TM-223 (TM-223), provides advanced battery care for a range of vehicles and equipment. It features automatic voltage selection for both 6V and 12V lead-acid batteries. This model delivers a charging current of 4A for 6V batteries and 2.8A for 12V batteries, utilizing Ampmatic technology to regulate current based on battery size and condition.

• Manufacturer: TecMate
• Model Number: TM-223 (TM-223)
• Output Voltage: Automatic 6V / 12V DC
• Charging Amperage: 4A (6V) / 2.8A (12V) (Ampmatic)
• Input Voltage: 100-240V 50-60Hz
• Compatible Battery Types: STD (standard flooded), AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat), GEL, and EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery) lead-acid batteries
• Recommended Battery Capacity: Ideal for 6V and 12V batteries from 8 Ah to 120 Ah, supporting up to 192 Ah for 6V batteries for 24/7 maintenance.
• Weight: 2.120 lbs
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 6.500 in x 2.500 in x 10.000 in
• Operating Temperature: Suitable for indoor/outdoor use down to -4°F (-20°C)
• Included Accessories: Weatherproof battery lead and battery clip set.

Key Features

The Optimate 5 Automatic 6/12 Volt Battery Charger is engineered with features to optimize battery performance and extend its lifespan.

• VoltMatic Automatic Selection: The microprocessor automatically detects and selects the correct 6V or 12V charging mode for the connected battery.
• 8-Step Charging Program: This comprehensive program includes multi-stage desulfation recovery, bulk charging, pulsed absorption, and long-term maintenance, ensuring thorough battery care.
• Battery Recovery: Capable of saving deeply discharged 6V batteries from as low as 1V, and provides a manual override feature to save very low voltage 12V batteries from 2V.
• Advanced Safety Protections: Features include protection against overcharging, short-circuiting, reverse polarity, and sparks, making it safe for both the user and vehicle electronics.
• Weatherproof Casing: Designed for durability, its weatherproof enclosure allows for reliable indoor and outdoor operation.
• Energy Efficient: Operates with high efficiency and a low stand-by power consumption, ensuring cost-effective maintenance.

Applications

The TecMate Optimate 5 Automatic 6/12 Volt Battery Charger is versatile for maintaining and charging various lead-acid batteries found in:

• Automotive: Cars, trucks, and SUVs, including those with Start/Stop systems.
• Powersports: Motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, and snowmobiles.
• Marine: Boats, personal watercraft, and other marine equipment.
• Leisure & Utility: RVs, campers, golf carts, and garden tractors.
• Seasonal Storage: Ideal for keeping batteries fully charged and healthy during long periods of inactivity, preventing sulfation and ensuring readiness.

Benefits

Investing in the Optimate 5 Automatic 6/12 Volt Battery Charger delivers tangible advantages by ensuring your batteries perform reliably and last longer.

• Extends Battery Lifespan: The multi-stage charging and maintenance program prevents sulfation and overcharging, significantly prolonging battery life by up to 400%.
• Ensures Reliable Starting Power: By keeping batteries at optimal charge, the charger guarantees consistent and strong starting power for your vehicles and equipment.
• Recovers Deeply Discharged Batteries: Its advanced recovery mode can reactivate deeply discharged batteries, saving you the cost of premature battery replacement.
• Set-and-Forget Convenience: The fully automatic operation allows you to connect it and leave it unsupervised for months, providing continuous, safe, and effective battery maintenance.
• Protects Vehicle Electronics: Built-in safety features ensure that the charging process is completely safe for sensitive vehicle electronics.
• Cost-Effective Maintenance: Reduces the need for frequent battery replacements and avoids unexpected breakdowns due to battery failure, saving time and money.