Manufacturer | Schumacher Electric |
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Brand | Schumacher |
Model | SC1308 |
Item Weight | 12.63 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 7.1 x 10.4 x 10.9 inches |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
Item model number | SC1308 |
Exterior | Machined |
Manufacturer Part Number | SC1308 |
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Schumacher SC1308 2/12/30/100A 6V/12V Battery Charger and Engine Starter
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Purchase options and add-ons
- MULTIPLE MODES: 30 Amp quick boost mode, 100 Amp engine start for cars, SUVs, and small trucks
- DIGITAL DISPLAY: Easy to use controls, LED light indicators, buttons, and digital display
- BUILT-IN TESTER: Battery and alternator tester provides charge level and helps diagnose electrical problems
- AUTOMATIC: Automatically detects 6 or 12V batteries; Microprocessor-controlled to automatically adjust the amperage rate to charge and maintain
- SAFE AND EASY TO USE: Reverse hook-up protection helps prevent damage to battery and charger; Float mode monitoring automatically maintains optimum battery charge
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From the manufacturer
Start, Boost, Charge, and Maintain
Versatile Battery Charger with On-Board Diagnostics
Delivering a powerful 100 cranking amp engine start, 30A boost mode, and 6A<>2A charge/maintain rates, the SC1308 fulfills most charging needs. It also features a built-in battery and alternator tester.
Advanced Battery Charging Technology
FULLY AUTOMATIC
The unit will automatically detect a connected battery’s voltage and once the battery is fully charged will halt charging and shift to maintain mode.
VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS
The SC1308’s battery and alternator tests allows users to determine their battery’s charge level and diagnose vehicle electrical problems.
BUILT-IN SAFETY
Protect your battery and the SC1308 with reverse hook-up protection, which prevents damage if the clamps are reversed.
MULTI-STAGE CHARGING
The SC1308 uses an advanced charging algorithm designed to keep your battery in top condition and extend its lifespan.
YOU CAN RELY ON SCHUMACHER
KEEP IT ROLLING WITH SCHUMACHER’S LINE OF JUMP STARTERS AND BATTERY CHARGERS
Professional mechanics and automotive enthusiasts trust Schumacher Electric to provide high-quality and innovative automotive products. Since 1947, Schumacher has been designing and producing industry-leading power conversion technology. Schumacher’s current range of products includes EV chargers, traditional battery chargers, maintainers, jump starters, portable power stations, diagnostic tools, battery accessories, LED work lights, lithium-powered products, and more.
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HOME GARAGE
Every home garage should have a quality Schumacher battery charger and jump starter.
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HOBBY MECHANICS
The SC1308 provides home mechanics with serious engine starting and battery charging power.
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CAR RESTORERS
The unit’s maintain mode can keep your battery in top condition during restoration.
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Engine Start
| 100 cranking amps | 85 cranking amps | 80 cranking amps | 50 cranking amps |
Boost
| 30A | 30A | 20A | 10A |
Charge/Maintain
| 6A<>2A | 6A<>2A | 6A<>2A | 6A<>2A |
Voltage
| 6V/12V | 6V/12V | 12V | 12V |
Battery Types
| Standard, AGM, and Deep-cycle | Standard, AGM, and Deep-cycle | Standard, AGM, and Deep-cycle | Standard, AGM |
Display Type
| Digital display | Digital display | LED indicators | LED indicators |
Reverse Hook-up Protection
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Battery/Alternator Tester
| Yes | Yes | No | No |
Product Description
The Schumacher SC1308 is a fully automatic battery charger and engine starter designed for use with cars, SUV’s and small trucks. With 100 Amp engine start and 30 Amp boost mode, this unit delivers results when you need it most. Microprocessor controlled to automatically adjust the amperage rate to charge and maintain, with multi-stage charging for added precision, safety and battery life. Digital display with LED indicators provides easy-to-read charge levels and helps diagnose electrical problems. Includes float mode monitoring to automatically maintain optimum battery charge, as well as reverse hook-up protection with an LED light indicator that prevents the charger from operating if the clamps are reversed. Schu Eco Energy meets the highest industry standards. DOE compliant.
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ASIN | B07897HX4W |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #23,911 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #155 in Battery Chargers |
Date First Available | December 14, 2017 |
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Customers like the compactness of the auto part. They say it is very portable and easy to use. Customers are also happy with the value. However, some customers have reported issues with the lighting of the charger. They mention that the lights are hard to see and there are no LEDs. Customers also have issues with damage. Customers disagree on power, quality, performance, and ease of use.
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Customers like the value of the battery charger. They mention it's a great purchase for the money, a cheap charger for the quality name, and a good buy.
"...These handles are much stronger and worth the additional money. PS...." Read more
"...Great purchase for the money." Read more
"Great charger for the price" Read more
"...Yet Amazon chose to waste my time by sending out an unusable filthy piece of junk and call it "like new"...." Read more
Customers like the compactness of the battery charger. They mention that it's very compact, powerful, and portable. Some say that it works great and is easy to use and move around. Overall, customers are satisfied with the compact size and portability of the product.
"I'm really happy with this charger, it's light weight, easy to use and intuitive." Read more
"...Gel, lithium etc. Good construction and heavy." Read more
"...It's easy to carry and store. I gladly recommend this product." Read more
"Nice compact WELL Made" Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the auto charger. Some mention it's a really good charger, while others say that it failed to charge their batteries and shut off after only 15 minutes. They say they were informed the unit was defective and should be returned.
"...The old one when I tried it, still works perfectly. Speaks well of the durability of this brand.." Read more
"...Charge won't start and won't complete. Finally placed on batt NEG., little spark, no biggy. Now it starts charging and completed. fast...." Read more
"Great charger, light years ahead of other chargers I've had. Brought back a very dead deep cycle...." Read more
"...Also works with all the new style batteries. Gel, lithium etc. Good construction and heavy." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the battery charger. Some mention it does work good, while others say it stopped working properly. Some customers also say that the amber mode lights did not function.
"...Guess what ? The old one when I tried it, still works perfectly. Speaks well of the durability of this brand.." Read more
"just got it and did test it and it worked well, but I havent needed to actually use it yet...." Read more
"...Placing NEG on metal non battery really doesn't work well. Charge won't start and won't complete. Finally placed on batt NEG.,..." Read more
"It works well. It will automatically turn off when done. I got this because I needed a charger that would charge the newer AGM batteries." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the battery charger. Some mention that it's extremely easy to use and works as advertised, while others say that the display is primitive and not totally intuitive as to the various settings, the instructions are poor, and it'd be really hard to use if you lose the instructions. The Logic Controller is not properly programmed for this particular charger, and there is not enough information online or troubleshooting.
"I'm really happy with this charger, it's light weight, easy to use and intuitive." Read more
"The charger had a hard time with the group 31 batteries that we were using it on...." Read more
"...When I got it and used it it was so easy to use that I loved it and it worked so well in a short period of time. So glad I bought it!" Read more
"This battery charger is extremely easy to use and works as advertised...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the power of the auto part. Some mention it's powerful, portable, and the 100 Amp jump is a great bonus. Others say that it shorts out at 30 amps, gets stuck in the 30 amp boost mode, and never reaches 12Volts.
"Quality charger works great.100 Amp jump is a great bonus." Read more
"First time use and its stuck in the 30 amp boost mode and I can’t change it. I hit the switch and the charger shuts off as it’s supposed to...." Read more
"Very.... Powerful... I use them for my semi 🚛 and was very happy with the charging system...." Read more
"...to like about this item; I tried it ONCE it power up but never reach 12Volts. It only so my battery voltage. then return to 12 Volts...." Read more
Customers are disappointed with the damage of the battery charger. They say that it is not new, it is dirty, dented, and defective. The carry handle is smashed.
"...Recently ran over my old one with the tractor. Smashed the carry handle. Thought ok that's it. So I ordered this new one. Guess what ?..." Read more
"...It arrived in a battered box, the digital display with the red LEDs to show the voltage was defective, some parts did not light up...." Read more
"I unboxed this item to find it filthy, very dusty and slightly banged up. Obviously not new. I am returning and buying somewhere else." Read more
"...Also the handle was broken when it arrived, the box was fine so I have to assume it left the factory like that...." Read more
Customers have negative opinions about the lighting of the jump starter. They mention that the lights are hard to see in the daytime, the display is cracked, and the LEDs are out. Some customers also report that the LED display cannot be read in the sun light.
"...with the red LEDs to show the voltage was defective, some parts did not light up. One of the amber mode lights did not function...." Read more
"...its fully charged and in float mode... other times it wouldn't show any lights and whole unit appeared to be totally powered off...." Read more
"...But soon I realized the LED display can't be read in the sun light. Switching from 30 amps to 100 amps was frustratingly slow...." Read more
"...to turn on indicating when the battery is fully charged but it never lights up -- leaving you to wonder when, or even if, the battery is charged or..." Read more
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