Solar Powered Battery Chargers

[kernow]

I understand you need a continuous live Cigarette Lighter socket to run them,

After the ignition key is turned off.

Anybody had any experience with these Chargers ?

[bilun777]

I have one I bought off Ebay. It also has small crocodile clips.

I used to use it on an old BMW that flattened its battery when left standing for long periods.

I placed it on the rear parcel shelf and ran the lead through the rear seat armrest hole to the battery location in the boot.

[Hairball]

The socket in the Yeti boot remains live after the key is removed. I think the 12v socket in the car is switched off.

[StewartK]

The socket in the console remains live after the ignition is turned off. I have a small panel I bought from Maplin for £10 in a half price sale. I've used it a couple of times when the car has been left for a long period without being used and it's done the trick.

Edited 14 December, 2012 by StewartK

[weasley]

The socket in the console remains live after the ignition is turned off

Yes, but for how long? I thought it shut down after about 15 minutes?

[speedsport]

Both sockets remain permanently live on the Yeti - or at least they do on my 2010 model!

[rockhopper]

Mine too. On all the time. If I don't turn off my cameras then they will drain the battery.

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[kibby]

I bought the £10 Maplin charger (on offer from £20) and can confirm the front socket remains live full time. Very simple to keep battery charged leaving solar panel on the dash. Often leave car standing so a simple solution.