Booster Tips

What are the primary features to look for when buying a booster?

1. Safety:

• Reverse Polarity Protection–The booster should have a reverse polarity protection with an audible warning device for booster cables when connected to a vehicle’s battery.
• Off-On Switch for Power–The power switch is to prevent accidental arcing of the booster clamps prior to connection.

2. Power:

• Cable Size–Booster cables should be a minimum 4-gauge or approximately the size of a vehicle’s on-board battery cable.

3. Other:

• Battery Charging Indicator–The booster should illustrate when the internal battery is being recharged after use by an LED flashing charge indicator.
• Battery Status Indicator (LEDs)–A battery status indicator provides important information regarding the status of the internal battery and its readiness to provide power.
  Green: 75-100% state-of-charge
  Amber: 50-75% state-of-charge
  Red: Below 50% state-of-charge
  
• Attachments–At times, a customer may need 12-volt power to operate external accessories. Look for a booster with a 12-volt attachment for external DC power availability.