I'm happy enough without the LED on the chargers they've still got heat protection and overcharge cutout when reading the blurb on the leaflet in the box.

Following the 3 hour charge last week immediately after removing the crocodile clips they read 14.4 volts at that point which you'd expect to see after removing the charger then by the morning in their rested state they'd settled at 13.6 volts which is still 100%, I tested them again after fishing Friday night and using the barrow for about a 1000 meter round trip and they were reading 13.4 volts which is 99% full, the chart below gives a rough guide on 12volt lead/acid values and Li-ion

In reply to Post #31
Will be interesting to see long term usage reports and also how much more juice / distance we get between charges . . .

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I've got a 12v 100Ah Ultramax Lipo4 for my outboard motor had it about 8 or more years now, it is still as good as they day I bought it admittedly it only gets used a few times a year abroad on the boat motor fishing 4 rods on long tows, spot finding dropping rigs going out to land fish transporting gear etc... lowest charge I've come back with is around 40 to 50% charge left in it never managed to exhaust it.
I rate the Ultramax batteries, I was skeptical about getting them for the barrow as I read that Nash advised not to use them with theirs but as soon as the post earlier said ignore that most of the Nash boys use them that was it for me as the AGM's supplied by Nash in my opinion were ****ed from the start, I certainly noticed the extra juice in these last weekend especially going up the ramp into my van, I struggled before with the supplied AGM's and had to help with a little push just at the crest of the ramp loading it in then by the time I'd finished and used it on what I'd consider an average distance push they didn't have the power left at the end of a session to get the barrow up the ramp back into the van, she flew up the ramp both ends of the trip last weekend, the AGM,s would be flashing red on the speed controller nearing the end of return trips, hopefully these will be a lot better as I've got some 20, 30 and 50 acre pits and at 53 haven't got the strength or lungs for pushing these days for that hence why the wife bought me the power barrow as a Christmas present.

In reply to Post #33
Can relate - I'm also 53 and have no desire to push lol . . .if you want an even easier life can fully recommend the barrow buddies swivelling rear wheels for your barrow - game changer!

Thanks for the link guys, I've just purchased them too, I'll report back when I receive them, no email to confirm for me either!

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The power of the snotty email - good service tbf . . .not only were non-LED chargers collected and replaced with LED versions; they've now randomly sent me another pair! !

Footnote - stupidly left my barrow 'on' in the garage after returning from a recent trip; 24hrs later when I went back to check something the barrow lights remained on and on full power! Would have never happened with old lead acid jobbies . . .

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Received mine within 3 days! They're probably less than half the weight of one of the lead acid batteries, I received two of the chargers with LED indicators too which I was happy about.

Seeing that you left yours on accidentally between sessions, do you usually leave your batteries attached between sessions then, as I do too, which I think lead to my lead acid ones depleting so “quickly” I was wondering if I should now be detaching the batteries when the barrow is away stored in the garage etc?


Thanks

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I used to leave mine fully connected (and still do) in the garage with the power turned off . . .the only time I disconnect is the handle connection (when in transit to and from lake) and the batteries themselves when they need re-charging . . . will also disconnect the batteries and store elsewhere when first frosts hit as carping is over for me when winter arrives . . .

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Good idea mate, I've just left mine out in all weathers for the last two and a bit years, I use it mostly at least monthly, and usually through winter too but I don't think I done the old battery any favours by leaving it out there attached etc . Looking forward to trying these out!

In reply to Post #39
Always take the handle off and cover the barrow when happy I'm on fish / set up . . .'noid about getting water into the electrics esp on the throttle controller and exposed connections

I've been meaning to post for a while, but only just got around to it.
Thanks to everyone on this thread. I purchased the replacement batteries and put them in my Nash barrow.

Link to the batteries on Amazon:
LINKY POO™ https://amzn.to/4kjmd9q

Old batteries weighed 4.8kg


New batteries weigh 2kg


New batteries in situ

In reply to Post #41
Hey Karlos the new Solar barrows SP C Tech and Traveler version come without batteries which you need to purchase separately for £39.99 x 2 . Can you recommend a lithium battery to match , I assume it would be the same you purchased ?

I don't see the point of buying the heavier acid batteries pif there's a lithium equivalent, albeit a bit more expensive!

I've copied the specs of the Solar acid batteries below.

Solar SP C-Tech Power Barrow Batteries, with none of the latest range of Solar SP C-Tech barrows coming supplied with batteries. These are an essential purchase for anyone looking at the Solar SP C-Tech Traveller Power Barrow and Solar SP C-Tech Power Barrow.

2 Pack

Features

Product Type: UPS battery
Battery Technology Sealed Acid (SLA)
Capacity: 2 x 9000 mAh / 108 Wh
Voltage Provided: 12V
Shape: Rectangular
Design Features: Valve-regulated
Dimensions: 15.1 cm (W) x 6.5 cm (D) x 9.4 cm (H) (Per Battery)
Weight: 2.4 kg (Per Battery)
Manufacturer Warranty: 1-year limited warranty

In reply to Post #42
I've just bought Ultramax Lithium 10A / 12V LifePO4 batteries for my Nash barrow.

In reply to Post #44
Does the Nash barrow use the same batteries as the new Solar ones ?

In reply to Post #45
As far as I can see they are both 12v.