Electric Bike Charger
An electric bike charger is an essential accessory for all electric bikes to keep the batteries fully charged when necessary. Our ebike chargers are customized for ESKUTE electric bike types, and please make sure it's a compatible charger with your ebike models before placing the orders.
Please don't use other chargers on your ESKUTE electric bike because it might harm your battery or the drive system. Pay attention to the voltage and current; keep the same with nominal voltage and current. Usually, the higher the current, the faster the battery gets charged. If you have no idea how to choose the chargers for your e-bike, contact us to get some advice.
Ebike Chargers - How to Know the Right One for Your Bike
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Ebike Chargers are an important component of electric bikes. Choosing the right one is important to avoid short-circuiting your battery. Find out why here.
What do mobile phones and electric bikes have in common? They both need chargers to work correctly. Jokes aside, electric bike chargers are essential to the bike's overall performance, as the bike cannot function when uncharged.
The job of an e-bike charger is important as it transfers electric charge from an external electrical source to your bike's battery. So, the next task you'll get is how to pick the suitable charger for your electric bike.
One of the most important things to look out for in a charger is its wattage. Another thing you have to consider is the compatibility of the charger. If the charger isn't suited to charger your Ebike battery, you might be risking setting your bike ablaze.
What Should I Check for in My Ebike Chargers?
The entire setup of an ebike is made to fit, and one faulty component could prove detrimental. Using the wrong charger does more harm than good and should be avoided at all costs. Ideally, a fully charged battery should cover at least twenty kilometres or more, depending on its capacity.
A bad charger shortens this distance and reduces the battery's lifespan. That is why we have listed below items to review in any charger you use.
Voltage
The most crucial factor to check in your charger is the voltage of the charger and that of your e-bike battery. The electric bike battery's voltage and chargers should be the same. If not, the charger begins to damage the battery. It could also lead to a fire hazard, as the inefficient charging might result in a spark in the battery and charger temperatures.
If your e-bike's battery is 48 volts, the charger must match the voltage at least. If you get a charger with a higher voltage than your bike's battery, it's even better. No matter what you do, never compromise on the amount of voltage produced by the charger.
Wattage
Your charger wattage is the amount of power that passes through your charger at any given time. The amount of your charger's wattage affects the rate at which your battery charges. A charger with higher wattage will charge your battery faster than that with a lower wattage.
Most chargers have their wattage written on them. If it isn't, you must multiply the charger's voltage by the current that passes through. For example, a 48V charger with a 5A current has a wattage of 240W.
Suppose you are always looking for ways to save time; getting an e-bike charger of higher wattage is a way to save some time while charging. A good charger should have a wattage rating of at least 500 Watts.
Cable Length
Another factor that should determine where a cable is good enough is the length of its rope. The importance of a long charge cable is that it makes it easy to charge your bike when the power source is far away.
Before getting a charger, estimate the distance between your external power source and where your electric bike is parked. If you can't get a charger with adequate cable length to cover the distance, then go with what's available.
However, getting a long enough charger can save you from accidents due to tangling with many wires. You can also save yourself the general messiness of having a lot of cable on the floor.
Use only Manufacturer Specified Products.
We are not saying unknown brands do not make quality products. But you are playing a roulette game when you buy from a brand that does not have a quality track record. The best way to get the right one is to buy from the manufacturer directly. This method guarantees that all ratings are accurate and you get a quality or suitable product.
While you might think you are saving a few bucks by buying an unknown brand, it isn't always so. In the long run, it might prove more costly as a change of battery and charger becomes necessary.
Can I Use Any Charger for My Ebike?
Not every Ebike charger is suitable for every bike. Apart from differing voltages, the charger connecting point is another issue. While some chargers have a single pin, others have a three-pin connection. Of course, a 1-pin charge won't work with one with a 3-pin.
Also, the battery charging port is another thing to consider. The ports differ from electric bike to electric bike. Therefore, before picking a charger for your bike, think of compatibility. It would be best if you also considered your country's voltage range. Your charger should be able to work with the supply voltage coming from the electrical mains.
In some countries, the supply voltage is between 220 and 240 volts. In other countries, like the United States, it's 120 volts. Confirm that the charger will work before buying it. However, most chargers work between this range.
Should You Leave Your Ebike Charging Overnight?
Usually, it takes about 2.5 - 6 hours to charge the battery of an electric bike fully. Given the time it takes, it only makes sense to charge overnight. However, there are concerns about damage should batteries be left for such a prolonged period.
You have no reason to fear as there is no danger to charging your bike overnight. Technology has evolved to the extent that most batteries now have inbuilt charge management systems that make overcharging impossible. As soon as the battery is complete, it stops receiving charge. It means the battery will not be damaged even if you leave them plugged in all night.
Conclusion
Most electric bikes come with their chargers. You must think carefully before purchasing a replacement when those chargers get damaged. If your bike has a 48V battery, the charger should be between 48-54V.
It is important to know the voltage of your battery before getting a replacement. If you have any questions about your bike, feel free to check the Eskute Help Centre for more assistance.
FAQ
No. These universal electric bike chargers on the market are only for several models, and some even have different connectors. Due to being short of the coincident standard for electric bike manufacturers to produce chargers, there are many specifications of connectors like XLR 3pin or RCA 1pin, DC5.5x2.1mm, DC5.5x2.5mm, 9mm Aviation plug, 12mm Aviation plug etc. Also, the nominal voltage varies from 24V to 72V, and the nominal current varies from 2A to 6A.
Even though these chargers protect against over-current, over-voltage or short-circuit, it's not a safe choice to always apply incompatible chargers on your electric bike. So please choose chargers from appointed suppliers to protect your ebike batteries.
Electric bike chargers are not universal accessories; using the designed power adapter is usually suggested to get your ebike charged. And all electric bikes are delivered with a charger compatible with the battery to maximize their lifespan and avoid safety accidents caused by wrong chargers.
Most nominal voltage for electric bike charging ranges between 36V to 48V, so if you have to get a new one, you should pay attention to this: a 42V charger can support a 36V ebike, and a 54V charger can support a 48V ebike, both are the maximum values to choose. And it would be best if you also chose a charger with a suitable connector to your battery and the right plugin conforming with local standards.
When you buy a new electric bike, it should get charged for 24 hours before taking it out for a first ride on the road. Then it'll take 3-6hours for a regular charge every time, depending on the ebike battery capacity. Remember to charge it indoors because charging under freezing weather would reduce your battery's power capacity.
If you ride the ebike frequently, keep the battery capacity level above 25%. It would be best if you planned to get charged when the ESKUTE display shows only one red signal in the battery section. If you're not going to use your ebike for a while, we suggest storing the battery in-house and checking it once a month to keep it above 60%.
Although some electric bikes with regenerative braking systems can charge your bike while riding, most won't. It only can be used on electric bikes with direct drive hub motors, which are larger motors with no gears and are rarely found in most electric bicycles. These motors make it harder for riders to pedal forward when the battery runs out than regular geared motors; that's why most ebikes cannot charge while riding.
The regenerative brake helps regain some energy you waste when braking, producing only 5-10% energy, which largely depends on the road conditions. So its high cost and low ROI are destined for regenerative braking systems seldom used.