Why is my Forklift Battery not Charging?
It sounds like you’re having trouble getting your forklift battery to charge properly. A well-maintained and correctly charged forklift battery should last a full shift, so if you’re asking “Why is my forklift battery not charging?”, it’s a clear sign that something needs attention. Ignoring the issue could lead to bigger problems down the line.
At Battery Power Systems, we specialize in forklift batteries and chargers. We have the expertise and the right tools to diagnose why your battery isn’t taking a charge and get it working at its best.
Why Isn’t My Forklift Battery Charging? We Can Find Out!
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When your forklift battery isn’t charging, a key indicator we look at is Specific Gravity (Sp. Gr. or SG). This measures the concentration of the electrolyte in your battery. Think of it like a health check for your battery’s internal chemistry. The required specific gravity for each battery is printed right on it. If the specific gravity is too low, your battery won’t hold a charge effectively.
We can come to your location with our specialized tools and supplies to test and adjust your battery’s specific gravity to its exact specifications, regardless of the make, model, type, or style of your forklift battery.
What We Do to Diagnose and Fix Your Charging Issues
When we come to your location, we bring our Load Bank. This instrument helps us understand how your battery performs under real-world conditions by drawing current and measuring voltage. It’s a crucial step in pinpointing why your battery isn’t charging correctly. We also use a Hydrometer, a device that precisely measures the specific gravity of the electrolyte.
Terms to Understand!
Specific Gravity (Sp. Gr. or SG): Specific Gravity is a measure of the electrolyte concentration in a battery. This measurement is based on the density of the electrolyte compared to the density of water and is typically determined by the use of a hydrometer (see “HYDROMETER”). By definition, the specific gravity of water is 1.00 and the specific gravity of the sulfuric acid electrolyte in a typical fully charged battery is 1.265-1.285. Specific gravity measurements are typically used to determine if the battery is fully charged or if the battery has a bad cell.
Load Tester: An instrument that draws current (discharges) from a battery using an electrical load while measuring voltage. It determines the battery’s ability to perform under actual discharge conditions.
Hydrometer: Device used to indicate density or specific gravity of electrolyte solutions.
While we can’t make an old battery brand new, we can certainly help it reach its full potential.
Our goal is to get your battery delivering the power it’s truly capable of.
Don’t Let a Weak Battery Hold You Back!
If your forklift battery isn’t charging or performing as it should, give BPS a call today at 1-800-878-2779.
We’ll travel to your location with all the necessary tools and supplies to make the proper adjustments and power up your battery.
