Anyone know if the ice for lithium battery will work in a FL-20? And whether or not the built in charger on the ultra pack would work with it as well? If so I’m thinking about upgrading to make it a lot lighter.
I’m not positive about the charger.. but I know the Lithium Battery will work just fine…
The vex charger would work OK. But, I wouldn’t pay that sort of coin for a battery, then skimp on the charger. The vex charger is a 1amp, likely @ 13volts max. The Li chargers that I’m familiar with, I believe are the same as the Ice Force charger, put out 4amps @ 14volts. Higher potential and way faster charge. For battery longevity, it’s suggested that Li batteries be charged quickly and to their full potential of around 13.7volts.
Some lithiums have the charging circuit built right in, so you can use any charger. Some do not and take a lithium only charger. Not familiar with that exact battery, but something to check when searching for one.
Will this battery work in very cold temps? the only reason I ask is that I’ve heard the problems the ION auger has in very cold temps.
It works great on my 28. Get the charger for it. If your spending the money don’t skimp on a non proven charger. Besides you will only need one charger for multiple Lithium batteries. They charge up quick. And trust me the weight savings alone is worth it! I plan to buy more of them to replace all my batteries. Once you get one you will want more…
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Will this battery work in very cold temps? the only reason I ask is that I’ve heard the problems the ION auger has in very cold temps.
After last week, I have to give a great big ABSOLUTELY. We hit an un-comfirmed -30 air-temp nearby, and windchill values at their coldest approached almost double that. My LX-7 had the Ice Force Lithium battery in it when filming the Lake of the Woods crappie show:
Guys I just ordered the battery and the charger from Ice Force as they were on sale. Does the charger have a float mode where you can leave it hooked up after the charge is complete ?
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And whether or not the built in charger on the ultra pack would work with it as well?
From ice force website…
Must be charged with the Lithium 12Volt 3Amp Battery Charger , sold separately (item SEE12V3ALBC). A standard SLA charger will only charge the battery to 50%.
I want one bad but just cant justify it to myself when it represents 7 regular 9amp batteries like the one I picked up today at Mills for $19. Eventually I will probably own one. Hopefully the price comes down by the time I cant hold out anymore.
I want one bad but just cant justify it to myself when it represents 9 regular 9amp batteries like the one I picked up today at Mills for $19. Eventually I will probably own one. Hopefully the price comes down by the time I cant hold out anymore.
Feb 2nd was ground hogs day so quit repeating yourself
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I want one bad but just cant justify it to myself when it represents 9 regular 9amp batteries like the one I picked up today at Mills for $19. Eventually I will probably own one. Hopefully the price comes down by the time I cant hold out anymore.
The weight savings and faster recharge time make it worth the extra money! Take the plunge!
Lets be honest here. The difference in weight is not that big of a deal unless you are a newborn midget. Nice but insignificant in the grand scheme of things.
What is your idea of the grand scheme. Light is right.
Light is a big factor for me. I dont have the Ice Force one but one very similar. I have found it will run much longer than my old battery. This is nice for when I go on trips where I don’t have access to power to charge the battery (LOTW). Or I am putting in a really long day. I do not worry even the slightest about my flasher turning on. Also with the lithium battery I have found I get less interference from Marcum’s to my vex because the battery actually does give it a little bit more power.
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What is your idea of the grand scheme. Light is right.
For us old bucks that still run and gun it means a lot. For you young guys that drill a couple holes and set a trap then sit around maybe not so important.
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