Comparison Kentavr PZU-120NP vs Deca Class Booster 150A

The nominal voltage of the batteries that the device can work with. For boosters (see "Type"), in this case, the voltage that the "starter" can output at the output in the engine start mode is indicated.

- 6 V. Voltage found in some motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and similar vehicles.

- 12 V. Standard voltage of batteries (and on-board networks) for passenger cars, as well as light trucks and minibuses.

- 24 V. Voltage used mainly in trucks, buses and other heavy equipment. Also found in some heavy SUVs.

Rated starting current of the starter or booster (see "Type").

In this case, we mean the current that the device in the engine start mode can produce for a relatively long time (at least 30 s, or even more). This indicator must not be lower than the rated starting current consumed by the starter of the car — otherwise the device simply does not have enough power to effectively scroll the starter and start the engine. Information about the required starting current can be clarified by the documentation for the machine, or by the characteristics of the battery that is used in it as standard. For most passenger cars, this figure lies in the range from 200 to 400 A ; less powerful starting devices are intended mainly for motorcycles and other similar vehicles, and more powerful ones for buses, trucks and other heavy equipment, among such “starters” there are models for 400 – 600 A and even more.

The highest current that the charger can provide in charging mode. For models with one current adjustment (see below), its value is also indicated in this paragraph.

Different battery models may differ in charging parameters, including over the optimum current range. Accordingly, it is worth choosing a charger in such a way that it matches this range. Detailed selection recommendations can be found in special sources — in particular, documentation for batteries.

The capacity of batteries with an operating voltage of 12 V, for which a starter charger can be used. As a rule, modern units are not designed for one specific value, but for a range of capacities, which greatly facilitates the search filter according to the required parameters.

Note that although the discrepancy between the rechargeable battery in terms of capacity is not as critical as in terms of current or voltage, this does not mean that this parameter should not be paid attention to. Both too capacious and too “small” a battery will cause the charger to work in an off-design mode, which is harmful to both the “charger” and the battery, and can even lead to accidents.

The level of protection against dirt and moisture provided by the body of the charger. It is indicated according to the IP standard in two numbers: the first (from 1 to 6) means resistance to the penetration of foreign objects and dust, the second (from 1 to 9) - protection against moisture. A detailed explanation of these designations can be found in additional reference materials, but here we note that the larger the number, the higher the level of protection provided.