Help purchasing Battery Charger...

[Jonesy_sa]

Hi guys,

Just left Repco. I as going to purchase the Repco 8amp $89(on special) unit when one of the chaps brought out a new product their stocking which was heavily reduced. Its a Powertrain PTC1230, which I have not heard of before but has some nice specs and under $150 (reduced from $320?). I chose it over the Repco as it was listed as charging from 0V whereas the Repco charged from 2V - when I do run batteries flat I generally kill them so thought this unit might be worth a try. It is rated at 30amp but adjusts automatically to suit the battery attached (or so it says). The downside is that it only charges 12v and is bloody heavy and large so not suitable for carrying under the seat.... It was the last in the sotre so bought on a whim and I can return it for a different model if not happy. I'm a little concerned in that its ratings refer to 'Amp Hour' whereas all other chargers I have seen state 'CCA'. My Toyota Starlet uses a tiny battery which apparently this will adjust for but some sort of rating would be nice.
What do you guys think, ever heard of this brand??
There is some specifications here:
http://www.rvworldstore.co.nz/power-...harger-12v-30a
Model: PTC30
Nominal voltage: 12V
Charging current: 30A
Type of charger: 8 Stage
Battery capacity: 17-600Ah
Suitable battery types: Wet, AGM, Gel, Calcium/Calcium
Dimensions (mm): 295L x 235W x 90H
Warranty: 1 year
Safety Protection: Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity, Open Circuit Zero Output, High Temperature