Thanks, will the iconic charger work with other brand batteries?
Thanks, will the iconic charger work with other brand batteries?
YES, the Ionic charger will work with other brands and types of batteries including Lead and AGM but if purchasing for another brand of Lithium Batteries please check with the battery manufacture to be sure it meets their specs.
The Ionic Charger charges at 14.6v constant voltage and then floats at 13.8 volts
https://drewcraft.com/product/ionic-battery-charger/
Last edited by DREWTICK; 03-21-2020 at 10:03 AM.
Drewcraft Specializes in Lithium Batteries and Chargers, We carry all Brands of Trolling Motors and Graphs, Minnkota, Lowrance, Garmin, Motorguide
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absolutely....plus remember as the batteries age cycle wise they become “less” battery as well like lead but many more cycles to get there but you’ll in the long run end up with more battery left. Cost is always a consideration but go biggest you can and you’ll never have to worry. As for cost, while more competition should mean less $ we really except for special promotions haven’t seen that much price decrease in the more established brands. Plus labor and materials never go down so doubt you’re gonna see the price halve, but in the meantime you’re missing out on maybe one of the best things you can do for your boat. Not sexy but seriously awesome investment.
I’m running 3 Battleborn 100ah for TM and Ionic 100 ah for cranking and all have been flawless. I’ve run the BB for 2 1/2 years and the Ionic cranking for almost a year with no issues. Fished my first tournament 2 weeks ago ( my season ended early last year so never got to try and run the Ionic down) and livewells running all day and 2 HDS Gen 2 with LSS1 module and finished the day at 99%. Cal delta so lots of running but stilll.....I love the peace of mind. My $0.02
2005 Ranger 520DVX w/ 225 Yamaha SHO
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I'm a bit confused with the options/batterie s on the Ionic site. I have a Fortrex 80 24 volt (currently running 2 Optima Bluetops 31). Which are the options for replacement? I see the 24volt 50 ah for $839. Is there a 100 ah version of this (in a single battery?) Or are there Package Deal I might consider? Thanks.
Last edited by DREWTICK; 03-22-2020 at 12:36 PM.
Drewcraft Specializes in Lithium Batteries and Chargers, We carry all Brands of Trolling Motors and Graphs, Minnkota, Lowrance, Garmin, Motorguide
910-722-0001 call or text
info@drewcraft.com
Drewcraft Specializes in Lithium Batteries and Chargers, We carry all Brands of Trolling Motors and Graphs, Minnkota, Lowrance, Garmin, Motorguide
910-722-0001 call or text
info@drewcraft.com
i have a 36v 40ah battery and fished 10.5 hours in the current sunday and at rest it was still at 79%, at full power it was reading at 49%. i spent 70% of my time on 4, the rest on 10. it amazed me at how much lower i could set the motor and still hold in current with the less weight of 3 lead acid batteries and a 45 amp charger in the boat.
2022 Hog Island Skiff
Johnson 70/40 jet
Bouncin' off rocks, and catching the smallies.
Potomac River Smallmouth Guide
Owner of Potomac Custom Tackle
So, it appears that you can run 3 12V 50AH Lithium's on a normal 36V trolling motor and be satisfied. I hope to pull the trigger on these by the end of the week.
I’m 70 yrs old, now fish for crappie, walleye, and occassionally Bass, but primarily troll jigs and cranks out of a now g3 jon boat, gave up the heavy bass boats, and now use a 12 volt MK power drive 55 amp with ipilot. Other day, after installing 2-100 amp Ionic lithiums, trolled constantly for alittle over 6 hrs,,,,,constantly,,,,usage was only 27% total. I can fish 2 days now without charging my trolling motor batteries. Using a 50 amp Ionic for electronics only, running a 10 DI+ with mega 360 and a 7 di g3n For charts and 2d both up front, and a 9 SI g2n on the bow, all networked and a gps Heading puck also,,used 52% of it in alittle over 6 hrs. I ran all electronics for the test and can shut the 9 off when up front. Dropped my boat weight alittle over 200 lbs as had 3-31 wet cells and heavy on board chargers also..Very happy with the Ionic lithiums! Love the phone app to keep track of usage and output while using and recharging the batteries. If I go back to a 24 volt trolling motor, I should get less usage possibly also.
Last edited by cevans; 04-02-2020 at 08:05 AM.
This year is the 5th year I've been running RELiONS, 2 50ah on my Fortrex and a 100ah for cranking, graphs, etc... Charging them with Dual Pro with the lithium profile. Never run them down and even gone 2 days a few times without charging.
Terry,
Do you mind sharing how the Ionics batteries performed? Thanks in advance.
As a fishing guide, I fish around 250 days a year. I've been using 3 ReLion 100 amp batteries without any problem for over 3 years. I run 4 HB Solix units plus 360, 36v Ultrex, lights, including blacklights at night, live wells (if in tournament), and in heavy tail race current for 12 hours. Never a problem. Can't say enough good things about ReLion. They have the latest technology in the industry.
Also run a 4th 100 amp HP ReLion for cranking.
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2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
pulled by a 2500HD Denali
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I'm running Lithium Pro's 2 50ah for my TM and 1 80ah for my cranking and accessory battery. Run all day and have never been below 90%. Glad I made the change to lithium, a bonus is they will charge with any charger that works on AGM or Gel. No need for a special charger.
Pat Leach
USAF MSgt Retired
1992 Procraft 180 Pro
2016 Mercury 150 Four Stroke
2018 Minn Kota Ulterra
Helix 7 SI/GPS
Helix 7 Sonar/GPS
You need 100AH or more in my opinion, unless they offer a tradeup if you try 50AH,
Blue top grp 31 are 75 amp hour, if they are not doing the job, I really doubt that 50AH lithium's will either, The probably would be very comparable to what you have now
You do not want to get wrong and end up buying a second set
Last edited by lpugh; 04-05-2020 at 07:19 PM.
Thank You Leon Pugh
Do you have a 4th battery for cranking?