Does this charger have auto shut down when charger battery is completely charged to prevent over charging charger and killing ti? Does it function proficiently without purchasing an add on solar panel?
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This unit generates a regulated 5V at its USB port. It has no idea what type of appliance you connect to it. It is up to your appliance (cell phone or tablet) to monitor its own internal battery status, and stop charging once its internal battery is full. The solar panel on this unit works, but very slowly. It is best to fully recharge its internal battery using an AC-to-USB adapter, then rely on the solar panel only as a trickle charge.
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When the camera is connected to a computer, it is recognized on both sides as an external storage device.When the camera is hooked to a (3rd party?) USB charger it is probably doing auto-shut down, etc and no longer recieving a charge-that would be my guess. I think it is possible to turn off the auto shut down/power save feature, it's worth a try
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No, it is a trickle charger (compared to a "smart" charger that automatically turns off) and will overcharge. Please read the instructions, which clearly state not to leave it charging for more than 8 hours. Only charge until the light turns green, then stop. They also state to recharge immediately after use, and every 30 days if not used, to keep it topped up. Apparently they don't want you to leave it in a discharged state.The battery seems to be the weak link in these rather crappy quality lights. I would do everything I can to follow the instructions and not do anything that might damage the battery or shorten its life... No, it is a trickle charger (compared to a "smart" charger that automatically turns off) and will overcharge. Please read the instructions, which clearly state not to leave it charging for more than 8 hours. Only charge until the light turns green, then stop. They also state to recharge immediately after use, and every 30 days if not used, to keep it topped up. Apparently they don't want you to leave it in a discharged state.The battery seems to be the weak link in these rather crappy quality lights. I would do everything I can to follow the instructions and not do... » Read More No, it is a trickle charger (compared to a "smart" charger that automatically turns off) and will overcharge. Please read the instructions, which clearly state not to leave it charging for more than 8 hours. Only charge until the light turns green, then stop. They also state to recharge immediately after use, and every 30 days if not used, to keep it topped up. Apparently they don't want you to leave it in a discharged state.The battery seems to be the weak link in these rather crappy quality lights. I would do everything I can to follow the instructions and not do anything that might damage the battery or shorten its life... « Show Less
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Yes, it will regulate itself to not overcharge the battery. However, I would personally consider an unattended charger to be a fire hazard.
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Yes, this charger will shut off individual cell's charging current as soon as that cell is fully charged. However, the indictor light only goes off when all cells are fully charged.
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Yes, you can leave it connected all of the time. It'll automatically stop charging when the battery is full. But why would you want to? The charger is always converting 110v AC house current to 12v DC battery charging current. That produces heat and wastes electricity (aka $$$). I unplug mine when the light goes green meaning the battery is charged.
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If nothing is plugged in, the charger auto-shuts down. If a device is plugged in, the charger will power/charge the device until the charger's battery runs out. I suggest removing the device after it is 100% charged or close to fully charged.
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I assume that you mean "does it stop charging once the battery is fully powered?" My understanding is that this one does that, and seems to keep the battery charged if it stays inserted. The small chargers that came with my tools did not do that.
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I am using a car battery charger bought at (B&D;) Walmart and it works fine. The battery charger need be "smart" enough to sense when the battery is full and automatically shut off. Overcharging a sealed lead acid battery would not be good.
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Shuts off with timer only. Does not sense when battery is charged. I have owned the charger for about 6 months and am very happy with it.
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Greetings. This receiver will automatically shut off while charging. Thanks for your question.
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I have both kinds of chargers and use both but trust my better charger, not from enloop. I use a swiss charger with the read-outs and I know it will turn off charging when fully charged. I wanted an auto shut off when fully charged or it can hurt the life of the battery. I would invest in a better charger when you get a chance but it will do. Hope this helps.
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Yes the charger is automatic and will shut off automatically when batteries are charged. Thank you for your question. Cheryl Rockney, CAR Partners, LLC
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Kind of. The voltage regulator is actually part if the battery. It shuts off at full charge and also shuts off to prevent over discharge.
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Yes, it automatically shuts off. I love it. It charges fast and doesn't get hot. I carry it everywhere I go!
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Yes. If you read the comment below, you will see that I was/am correct.The panel MAY have a diode, which would prevent it from actively discharging your battery when the sun goes down, but the comment below seems to refute that. The other problem is that this panel will cook your battery, because it will apply voltage and current anytime that light shines on the panel. It will do this regardless of the state of charge of your battery... This will boil the electrolyte, and you'll be left with a 12V paper weight.
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I don't know of any battery charger that shuts off automatically. I usually leave my charger unplugged until the night when I want to use it. I found out from others here that leaving it plugged in all the time shortens the battery life. That's exactly what I was doing. Since you asked this question, I plugged in my charger with the battery and found out that when the battery is fully charged the red light on the front changes from bright red to a more dimmed red. Hope this helps!