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CTEK MXS 5.0 (12V 5A) Battery Charger $89.95 Delivered @ Sparesbox

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CTEK MXS 5.0 (12V 5A) Battery Charger $89.95 Delivered @ Sparesbox
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overule on 10/09/2019 - 00:15 sparesbox.com.au (2072 clicks)
Last edited 10/09/2019 - 09:27 by 2 other users
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A CTEK Battery Charger is the natural choice for any driver who values safety and preparedness! The CTEK MXS 5.0 (12V 5A) Battery Charger boasts advanced charging with automatic temperature compensation and cold weather performance. Being able to perform in extreme conditions gives this battery charger the edge you need in the Australian climate! The MXS 5.0 is powerful enough to charge 12V batteries from 1.2-110Ah.

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https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/482064#comment-7707033

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  • Fat Horny Ghost on 10/09/2019 - 01:34

    Great deal compared to previous deals. Can this jump start a car or would it need to cycle overnight?

    • AdosHouse on 10/09/2019 - 03:44
      +2

      Charger only, can't jump start.

    • Hellman109 on 10/09/2019 - 09:32
      +2

      You can charge a good battery from flat to "can start the car" in like 15 mins generally, just make sure to put it on the car charge mode (or flat battery mode if its totally dead).

      Most start in a low power charge mode for stuff like motorbike batteries

      • [Deactivated] on 10/09/2019 - 09:55
        +1

        Good it's got a flat battery mode. A lot of cheapies won't charge if the battery voltage is too low

        • Hellman109 on 10/09/2019 - 11:15
          +2

          I have a cheap one that I got from Autobarn ages ago and it has a flat battery mode

          • [Deactivated] on 10/09/2019 - 12:27

            @Hellman109: Not sure why you deserve a neg. Removed

  • Robbo14 on 10/09/2019 - 04:33
    +4

    After 7 years, mines still going strong.

    • Ulysses31 on 10/09/2019 - 11:07

      Is this a good price?

      • wisc on 10/09/2019 - 11:21

        got mine in 2013, 67 bux, my cycle button is worn out, and its a pain to charge it, but otherwise its ok.

      • skillet on 10/09/2019 - 14:41

        Usually ~$100 at Repco after 30% discount. So yes it's a very good buy.

  • ShirokaZe on 10/09/2019 - 07:12

    Been thinking about one of these for ages, thanks!

  • debjy on 10/09/2019 - 07:30

    Would these do Lithium batteries? Couldn't see any mention in specifications?

  • zombie hunter on 10/09/2019 - 07:33
    +1

    best charger I have few on the farm to keep batteries topped up in equipment when not used

  • Skitzout on 10/09/2019 - 07:35

    Old model. The new model has now introduced powerbank

    • overule on 10/09/2019 - 08:33
      +1

      Do you have the link to the new model?

  • Supercool on 10/09/2019 - 08:26

    Does this do stop start batteries?

  • mt2000 on 10/09/2019 - 08:27

    This the best car charger and a great price. I would buy one if I did not already have one

  • AliensStoleMyMoney on 10/09/2019 - 08:51

    would thisnbe good for the battery of a ek civic 97 model? or is it just one charger does everything kind of deal?

    • Hinee on 10/09/2019 - 08:53
      +2

      Is it a lead acid battery between 1.2-110Ah? Then yes it will charge.

  • Rakddon on 10/09/2019 - 08:54
    +1

    Thanks OP!

    Purchased 1

    Edit:
    Don't forget Cashrewards or Shopback for 5% Cashback.

  • Tsapena on 10/09/2019 - 09:21

    This charger is excellent.
    Great price too

  • dji1111111 on 10/09/2019 - 09:31

    Been using this to keep my motorcycle battery topped up when not ridden for weeks and it's so easy to use and works well. Highly recommend it.

  • Pantagonist on 10/09/2019 - 09:34

    Good chargers. I have an MXS 0.8 and an MXS 7.0 and both have never let me down.

  • admr on 10/09/2019 - 10:19

    thanks for the deal :)

  • Kranbone on 10/09/2019 - 10:48

    good charger. I'm waiting for repco as I've always had issues with sparebox not delivering (maybe it's eBay related as it was always through the ebay store)

  • deeoh on 10/09/2019 - 12:32
    +1

    Good charger, but the mode button stopped working on mine a few years in. Made a warranty claim in year 4 and got a new one. No hassle.

    • overule on 10/09/2019 - 12:36

      How many years of manufacturer warranty for this?

      • deeoh on 10/09/2019 - 14:49

        mine came with 5 years

    • wisc on 12/09/2019 - 10:24

      damnit so did mine, didnt realise it was that long!

  • Slugoid on 10/09/2019 - 13:52

    Not sure if I need one, but I have 3 cars at home, 2 get driven on very short trips most of the time (<30 min drives per day). Will it prolong the battery in my car?

    • skillet on 10/09/2019 - 14:40
      +4

      Depending on the car electronics, temperature, alternator current and battery size/type. If you have a small battery then it will probably get a good top up during the short distance drive. Unfortunately for very big batteries they will be depleted slowly over time if there isn't enough charging time.

      When the engine is off the electronics draw a small amount of current this slowly discharge the battery. Some cars draw larger amount than others.

      If your battery is failing within one or two years then it's wise to get a charger and hook it up once a month. I get about 8-9 years of battery life from brands such as yuasa, bosch, varta and Panasonic.

      • Slugoid on 10/09/2019 - 15:00

        Thanks for that. I got one anyway since I figured this will probably be good to have when I'm on holidays. I also remembered my dad telling me that the battery on his CRV died after 3 years, which was a stupidly short time, and the dealer said it was because he only drove for short trips and battery didn't charge enough. I figured this would save his battery as well.

        Also looking at the prices of AGM for my car and let's just say that it's costly, so I'd figure that a battery charger will keep it running a little longer.

      • skillet on 10/09/2019 - 15:30
        +1

        You can use a multimeter to check your battery state of charge it's very simple not super accurate but close enough. Scroll to the middle of the page there's a details of voltage vs charge level.

        https://www.energymatters.com.au/components/battery-voltage-…

        With this info, you can decide if you need a charger.
        Regular lead acid batteries are never meant to be fully discharged so I would be happy if the car can maintain a 75% charge level to remain healthy. Even AGM deep cycle batteries are not supposed to be fully discharged.

  • CheepAsChips on 10/09/2019 - 21:02

    OP: Will CTEK MXS 5.0 work with calcium car batteries ?

    • overule on 10/09/2019 - 22:50
      +1

      Yes it is a lead acid battery so it should work

  • SickDmith on 10/09/2019 - 23:27

    Now… Is there any good deal on rubber bumper?

  • Rakddon on 12/09/2019 - 15:03

    Mine has arrived today

    • Slugoid on 13/09/2019 - 09:16

      Mine arrived yesterday as well. Bloody fast delivery, considering a while ago I ordered something from Sparesbox and it wasn't even shipped for a few weeks to the point that I even cancelled my order because of they couldn't even give me a firm ETA.

      The charger is great! Tried on my car last night and all went well. Car seems to idle better now, could be placebo. Was at 12.3V before, so around 50-75% charge.

      • Skurfer on 13/09/2019 - 20:59

        Is your alternator not charging your battery? Should be around 14.5 - 14.8v while running (could be less if you have a smart charger but it shouldn't drop as low as 12.3 before the alternator kicks in back to 14.5v)

        • Slugoid on 14/09/2019 - 23:31

          I measured the battery when the car was turned off, before plugging in the charger, and it was measuring 12.32V or so. After if was charged the next morning it was around 12.5V. It's an EFB battery btw.

          I'm not sure how car batteries work or when at alternator kicks in, but my car never had any issues starting issues and it's has start-stop function. Was just hoping the charger will prolong my battery since it's been in the car since new for 5 years.

  • AliensStoleMyMoney on 13/09/2019 - 21:08

    still waiting for mine to be shippied….

    • AliensStoleMyMoney on 19/09/2019 - 08:10

      got mine yesterday told me that my batter was dodgy and raa replaced for free… thanks i bey this will be handy for when im on holiday as it keeps the battery charged using pulsing apparently

      car idles alot better now too

  • overule on 14/09/2019 - 16:48

    Bought this and found out the power socket is too far. Sigh! Third world problem.

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