There are many ways to measure current using an oscilloscope. Some of these methods use an edge trigger, a shunt resistor, and a differential amplifier. Others use a dummy load to measure the current. Whichever method you use, it’s important to understand how the oscilloscope works and why it’s useful. Using an edge trigger When … [Read more…]
If you want to extend the life of your batteries, you can use a series charging system. You can use a 24 volt or 12 volt charger to charge the batteries in series. In this method, you will connect the positive terminals of the first two batteries to the positive terminals of the third and … [Read more…]
If you are looking for a simple way to charge an Anker battery, you have come to the right place. This article covers charging the Anker PowerHouse II 400, the Anker PowerCore+ mini 3350, and the Anker PowerCore 10000 or 20100mAh. Anker PowerHouse II 400 To use the Anker PowerHouse II 400 portable power station, … [Read more…]
There are a few factors to consider when choosing a battery bank for your solar power system. The first thing to remember is that too large of a battery bank can have problems charging and running the intended loads for very long. It is also important to consider the depth of discharge and the cost … [Read more…]
There are a few ways to determine the size of the battery in your vehicle. Most original equipment batteries will have a label on them stating the group number and other valuable information. If you’re unsure, you can get help from an expert at an auto parts store, vehicle service professional or auto dealer. Group … [Read more…]
When using a column, it is important to ensure uniform particle distribution to obtain a packed bed. The packed bed is a key factor in reproducibility. Think of packing a column like sprucing up a pie: it should follow a recipe to be evenly distributed and reproducible. To achieve the desired results, lab-sized columns are … [Read more…]
When you need to measure dc voltage, you may have a multimeter handy. This article will give you the basics of dc voltage measurement with a multimeter, including how to find the resistance setting, how to avoid an overload condition, and whether a basic meter is enough. Using a multimeter to measure dc voltage When … [Read more…]
There are a few different ways to charge your battery. You can either use a car battery charger or an in-car charger. Either way, you’ll want to keep a few things in mind when you’re trying to recharge a battery. First, be sure to keep the battery as far away from the charger as possible. … [Read more…]
If you want to learn how to charge AA batteries with a solar panel, you’ve come to the right place. First, you need a 1.2-volt 700-mAh AA Ni-MH rechargeable battery. You’ll need to connect the battery’s positive and negative ports. To avoid a surge, be sure to match the positive and negative ports before connecting … [Read more…]
A BMS is a device that helps manage the recharging of a battery. It does this by recovering energy from the battery and channeling it back into the battery pack. A battery pack consists of several battery modules, or cells. A BMS helps manage the energy within the battery pack, and is essential for recharging … [Read more…]