OptiMate 7 Gold Series 8-Step Battery Chargers

The OptiMate 7 Gold Series 8-step battery charger is a high performance, automatic charger and maintainer for 6 V and 12 V lead-acid batteries, such as those used in RVs, boats, and cars. It uses an 8-step program to fully charge and maintain batteries—including recovering deeply discharged ones—and features temperature compensation for optimal charging. Key features: * Dual voltage and multi-chemistry support: Can charge both 6 V and 12 V batteries, including STD flooded, AGM, GEL, and Ca-Ca (lead-calcium) types. * 8-step charging program: Safely charges batteries and can recover those deeply discharged down to 0.5 V. * Automatic and safe maintenance: Charger can be left connected 24/7, automatically testing and maintaining the battery at a full charge to extend its life. * Ampmatic charge control: Automatically adjusts the charge rate based on the battery's size and condition to ensure the correct current is delivered. * Temperature compensation: Adjusts the charging voltage based on ambient temperature, preventing overcharging in hot weather or undercharging in cold weather. * Battery testing: Includes a post-charge battery test to assess the battery's health and its ability to retain a charge. * User-friendly interface: Features a button for selecting the correct charging program and LED indicators for charge status and battery health. * Safety features: Includes voltage safety checks to prevent incorrect charging and electronic protection for both the charger and the battery. * Durability: Rated for use in a wide temperature range (down to -40 degrees F) and is weatherproof. Show Less